1996 Chevrolet C/K 3500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other C/K 3500 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Chevrolet C/K 3500. That ranks 2nd out of 3 C/K 3500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 25%), typically at around 312,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1996 Chevrolet C/K 3500 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 25% | 312,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 25% | 312,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 25% | 312,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 25% | 198,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 25% | 198,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 25% | 15,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1996 Chevrolet C/K 3500 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1996 Chevrolet C/K 3500.
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Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 1996 chevrolet c/k 3500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, the brakes required excessive force in order to stop the vehicle and to avoid crashing into a deer. The contact discovered that there was oil leaking from under the vehicle. The vehicle was…
Pump mounted driver has failed a number of times, causing very high fuel temperatures. I have replaced all other parts in fuel/electrical circuit, but have had to replace the pmd 3 times so far. When the pmd is new, everything works great, but that only lasts a few months at best. *tr
I own a 1996 chevrolet c3500 p.u. Purchased new in feb, 1996. This truck came equipped with uniroyal laredo lt245/75r16e tires. They were replaced in may of 2004 after 51,000 trouble free miles. I purchased uniroyal laredo lt245/75r16e awt tires as a replacement. I suffered a tread separation on…
1996 chevrolet 3500 rear wheels fell off. The consumer stated they just fell off and pulled over to the shoulder. *kb the police report stated the left rear wheel/hub was defective. (ohio traffic crash report) *jb
Other Chevrolet C/K 3500 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 C/K 3500 | 4 | 0 |
| 1998 C/K 3500 | 9 | 0 |
| 1996 | 4 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Chevrolet C/K 3500?
Owners most often report electrical system, engine, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Chevrolet C/K 3500?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1996 Chevrolet C/K 3500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other C/K 3500 model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.