1996 GMC C35 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other C35 years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 5 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 GMC C35. That is the most of any C35 model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is seats (1 complaints, 33%). There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 5safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1996 GMC C35 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seats | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1996 GMC C35 recalls (5)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Seats
Problem: Vehicle description: extended cab and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with reclining seats and the easy-entry feature. These vehicles exhibit a condition in which a pinch point exists in the recliner mechanism that can trap and pinch a person's hand or finger(s) when the easy-entry feature is activated.
Risk: This pinching can cut the hand or possibly sever the finger(s) without prior warning.
Fix: Dealers will install a protector cover over the recliner mechanism.
Tires:bead
Problem: These tires have bead damage which occured during tire mounting.
Risk: This damage to the tire reinforcing structure in the bead "toe" area causes a bulge in the sidewall after the tire is inflated. This condition will result in a slow air loss causing the tire to go flat. However, it is possible for the damage to result in a rapid air loss causing injuries to anyone if they were handling the tire when this occurred.
Fix: Dealers will demount each tire and inspect for bead damage. If bead damage is found, the tire will be replaced.
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.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Certain trucks have fuel rail assemblies with an improperly crimped end retainer clip that results in a fuel leak.
Risk: If fuel leakage occurs and an ignition source is present, an engine compartment fire could occur.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel rail assembly and replace any fuel rail assembly with a julian date code of 95318 through 95338.
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.
During any speed on wet roads with heavy loads the brakes when they are applied they will instantly engage and then disengage. The brakes have to be reapplied several times in order for the brakes to operate correctly. *ak
The dealership will not honor his recall letter regarding interior seats. *ak
Recall 96v117000, two weeks is too long to wait for tire to come in. *ak
Other GMC C35 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 3 | 5 |
| 1995 C35 | 0 | 7 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1996 GMC C35?
Owners most often report seats, service brakes, hydraulic, tires problems. The top one, seats, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1996 GMC C35?
Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1996 GMC C35 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other C35 model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.