1996 GMC Vandura Series Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Vandura Series years
- Not enough data 3rd of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1996 GMC Vandura Series. That ranks 3rd out of 3 Vandura Series model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1996 GMC Vandura 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
1996 GMC Vandura Series recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1996 GMC Vandura 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.
Muffler,converter and tail pipe section of vehicle fell apart at the hinge causing fumes to enter the cabin of the vehicle resulting in passenger feeling drowsy.
Other GMC Vandura Series years
← 1995 Vandura Series · 1997 Vandura Series →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 Vandura Series | 3 | 0 |
| 1996 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 Vandura Series | 3 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1996 GMC Vandura Series?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1996 GMC Vandura Series?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1996 GMC Vandura Series a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Vandura Series model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.