1996 Chevrolet K20 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other K20 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Chevrolet K20. That ranks 2nd out of 4 K20 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (1 complaints, 50%). Complaints mention 1 crash. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1996 Chevrolet K20 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1996 Chevrolet K20 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Suspension:rear:springs:leaf spring assembly:u-bolt, leaf spring to axle
Problem: The four u-bolts nuts on either side of the rear axle were under-torqued.
Risk: Vehicle usage could cause the nuts to loosen and eventually fall off the u-bolt. This could result in sudden loss of vehicle control increasing the potential for a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will check the u-bolt nut torque and re-torque any loose u-bolts to specification.
Vehicle speed control
Problem: These vehicles were assembled with the throttle cable contacting the dash mat which could bind the throttle. This does not meet with the maximum return times required by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems."
Risk: Consequence of non-compliance: the engine speed may not return to idle increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Fix: Dealers will inspect for adequate throttle cable to dash mat clearance, and if there is insufficient clearance, cut out a portion of the dash mat to provide proper clearance.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
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…
Intermittent failure of the windshiels wipers. Generally happens in a rain storm and affects visibility.
Other Chevrolet K20 years
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Chevrolet K20?
Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, visibility problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Chevrolet K20?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1996 Chevrolet K20 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other K20 model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.