1996 Chevrolet K20 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1996 Chevrolet K20 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.

The most-reported problem area is Visibility (1 report).

2Recalls
2Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your K20?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1996 Chevrolet K20 recalls

Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:U-Bolt, Leaf Spring To Axle

Recall 96V082May 7, 199616,918 vehicles affected

Vehicle Speed Control

Recall 96V057Apr 4, 1996379,004 vehicles affected

Most common 1996 Chevrolet K20 problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Visibility1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

What owners report

1999-07-22, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
THE BRAKES ON THIS VEHICLE IN MY OPINION DO NOT WORK PROPERLY. I HAVE NUMEROUS INCIDENTS WHERE THE TRUCK FAILS TO STOP IN A TIMELY FASHION OR DISTANCE. ONE OF THESE INCIDENTS HAS RESULTED IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE I REAR ENDED A VEHICLE SOON AFTER I BOUGHT THE TRUCK. I HAVE COMPLAINED TO THE DEALER AND BROUGHT THE TRUCK TO INDEPENDENT MECHANICS SEEKING RESOLUTION. THE LATEST OF THESE INCIDENTS OCCURRED WITH MY FAMILY IN THE TRUCK AND A CAR BACKED OUT AND STOPPED FORCING ME TO USE TWO FEET ON THE BRAKE TO TRY TO STOP THE VEHICLE, IF THE CAR HAD NOT MOVED I WOULD HAVE DEFINITELY HIT HIM. I BELIEVE THIS VEHICLE IS UNSAFE . I HAVE SAID AS MUCH IN A SATISFACTION QUESTIONARE TO CHEVY AND ASKED FO
1998-01-07, Visibility
INTERMITTENT FAILURE OF THE WINDSHIELS WIPERS. GENERALLY HAPPENS IN A RAIN STORM AND AFFECTS VISIBILITY.

1996 Chevrolet K20 questions

Does the 1996 Chevrolet K20 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1996 Chevrolet K20: Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:U-Bolt, Leaf Spring To Axle; Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Chevrolet K20?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (1), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1996 Chevrolet K20 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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