1996 GMC G30 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other G30 years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 GMC G30. That is the most of any G30 model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (1 complaints, 50%). Complaints mention 1 crash. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 2owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1996 GMC G30 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 50% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1996 GMC G30 recalls (1)
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: One of the four rear axle u-bolts can break. This can potentially lead to the spring lifting from the axle under certain rebound, braking or cornering maneuvers.
Risk: This condition could result in sudden loss of vehicle control increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Fix: Dealers will replace the four rear axle u-bolts on the affected vehicles.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Fuel leaks from the vapor canister (EA98024) — opened Nov 10, 1998, closed Apr 20, 2000, led to recall 00V110000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
In heavy stop and go traffic driver let foot off brake and allowed vehicle to accelerate approximately 40 feet accelerator was not pushed. Vehicle continued to accelerate after brakes were applied going another 30--40 feet before hitting another vehicle. This was a 4 vehicle chain accident…
Fuel tank over flows when filling, excess gas runs down side of vehicle and spills onto hot exhaust pipe creating dangerous fire hazard, gas often spews out and vent holes around filler hose can cause person fillting tank to be doused with fuel. *slc
Other GMC G30 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 G30 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | 2 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1996 GMC G30?
Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, service brakes, air problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1996 GMC G30?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1996 GMC G30 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other G30 model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.