1996 Chevrolet K1500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other K1500 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 94 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Chevrolet K1500. That ranks 2nd out of 2 K1500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is visibility (26 complaints, 28%). Complaints mention 7 crashes, 2 fires, 3 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 94owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 7complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1996 Chevrolet K1500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 26 | 28% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 13 | 14% | 82,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 10 | 11% | 234,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 | 9% | 112,231 | — | — |
| Power Train | 8 | 9% | 108,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 8 | 9% | 225,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 6 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 4% | 196,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 3% | 160,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 3% | 2,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 1% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1% | 57,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1996 Chevrolet K1500 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1996 Chevrolet K1500.
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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.
My vehicle failed massachusetts seat belt test. They dont lock when pulled on quickly. I have removed and inspected them and it appears to me that the mechanism itself is not capable of passing this test i am believing that the test has been implemented after the manufacture of this particular…
1996 chevrolet silverado. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle engine problems. *smd the consumer noticed anti-freeze on the ground toward the rear of the engine. He took the vehicle took the dealer, but they were unable to find a problem. A gm service manager stated, they were aware of coolant…
Uniroyal laredo p245-r16 tires have dry-rot cracks next to tread blocks after less than five years and 24,000 miles on vehicle. *tr
The driver side power bucket seat released and dropped while i was driving, it will not support the weight of a driver. I have since put a scissor lift jack underneath it to hold it up. This is a big safety issue. I being a licensed p&c insurance agent here in arizona - know all about…
Tl* the contact owns a 1996 chevrolet k1500. While driving approximately 65 mph, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he inspected the air bag sensor and discovered that it was severely rusted. The contact removed the part and contacted both the dealer and manufacturer in…
Other Chevrolet K1500 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 94 | 0 |
| 1995 K1500 | 118 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Chevrolet K1500?
Owners most often report visibility, service brakes, hydraulic, tires problems. The top one, visibility, accounts for 26 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Chevrolet K1500?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1996 Chevrolet K1500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other K1500 model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.