CarRecallWatchThe 1996 GMC Vandura has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2 reports).
0Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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1996 GMC Vandura recalls
No safety recalls on file for the 1996 GMC Vandura.
Most common 1996 GMC Vandura problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
THE VEHICLE IS SUPPLIED AS AN INCOMPLETE VEHICLE FOR CONVERSION TO A 12A/20C SCHOOL BUS, THE REAR WHEELAGE DESIGN IS NARROWER THAN THE FRONT AXLE TIRE TRACK, THIS DESIGN CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO EXPERIENCE FISH TAILING DUE TO LACK OF PROPER STABILITY. *MJS
WHEN DRIVING AFTER DARK, THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT MODULE (WITH AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHT TURN ON AFTER DARK) SHORTS OUT TURNING OFF THE HEADLIGHTS AND INSTRUMENTION PANEL WITHOUT WARNING. MANUALLY TURNING ON THE HEADLIGHTS CORRECTS THE PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM OCCURS AT BOTH LOW SPEED OR HIGHWAY SPEED. *AK
WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THE VEHICLE PULSATES AND LUNGES FORWARD. DEALER SAYS IT'S NORMAL. *AK
ANTI LOCK BRAKE FAILURE RESULTING IN A VEHICLE COLLISION.
1996 GMC Vandura questions
Does the 1996 GMC Vandura have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1996 GMC Vandura at this time.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 GMC Vandura?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2), Vehicle Speed Control (1), Electrical System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1996 GMC Vandura has been fixed?
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