CarRecallWatchThe 1996 GMC Sonoma has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 148 complaints with NHTSA, including 26 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (56 reports).
1996 GMC Sonoma recalls
Most common 1996 GMC Sonoma problems
Problem areas named in the 148 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 56 |
| Visibility | 31 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 21 |
| Power Train | 17 |
| Air Bags | 10 |
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 |
| Seats | 6 |
| Suspension | 6 |
What owners report
THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON. IT TURNS OFF SOMETIMES FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES OR FEWER MINUTES. NO REPAIR SHOP CAN DETERMINE HOW TO REPAIR THIS ISSUE. WHEN THE AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON THE AIR BAG WOULD NOT OPERATE THAT'S WHAT I HAVE READ. IS THERE A RECALL ON THE AIR BAG LIGHT? OR IS THERE A FIX FOR THIS ISSUE? *TR
FUSE BLOWS TO INTERIOR LIGHTS, BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY HORN. *TR
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 GMC SONOMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STRAPS THAT SUPPORT THE TAILGATE FAILED. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF FAILURE. NO REPAIRS WERE MADE. THE DEALER INFORMATION WAS UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 152,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 150,000. UPDATED 12/12/2007 *BF UPDATED 12/12/07 *TR
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 GMC SONOMA. WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES AT 55 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL EXTENDED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS APPLIED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS A MECHANIC AND HE REPLACED THE FRONT BRAKE LINE FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL. THE FAILURE WAS CORRECTED TEMPORARILY. HOWEVER, TWENTY MILES LATER, THE FAILURE RECURRED WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH. THE BRAKE LINE FOR THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WAS REPLACED. THE ROAD CONDITIONS WERE NORMAL DURING BOTH FAILURES. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 97V146001 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS). THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 1
FUEL LINE LEAKING . *AK
1996 GMC Sonoma questions
Does the 1996 GMC Sonoma have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 1996 GMC Sonoma: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Seat Belts; Visibility:Windshield. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 GMC Sonoma?
Based on 148 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (56), Visibility (31), Engine And Engine Cooling (21).
How do I check if a recall on my 1996 GMC Sonoma 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.