1996 Chevrolet S Series Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other S Series years
- Not enough data 3rd of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Chevrolet S Series. That ranks 3rd out of 7 S Series model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 48,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 2owner 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 S Series 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% | 48,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1996 Chevrolet S Series recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1996 Chevrolet S Series.
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.
When making a sudden stop the brake pedal feels goes down to the floor. There is a loud snapping sound and the brake pedal feels as if it is dragging on gravel. No stopping occurs. This is very dangerous. Brake pads have been check and are in good condition.
The problem with my vehicle is the engine idle speed will not remain constant, and or fluctuates suddenly at the worst possible time, (parking, etc). The dealer service department can find no reason why this happens, although they know it is happening. I am satisfied that there is no binding or…
Other Chevrolet S Series years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 S Series | 2 | 0 |
| 2001 S Series | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 S Series | 5 | 0 |
| 1999 S Series | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 S Series | 7 | 0 |
| 1997 S Series | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1996 Chevrolet S Series?
Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Chevrolet S Series?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1996 Chevrolet S Series a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other S Series model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.