Engine would not start on occasion fuel pump not running truck taken to garage to have checked for problem found wires inside of fuel tuel tank to have insulation and plugin melted exposing bare wires making contact with each other. *Ak
Vehicle safety record
1996 GMC C1500 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 15 complaints about the 1996 GMC C1500 with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (4) and the seats & seat belts (3). Those complaints describe 2 crashes and 5 injuries. There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1995 has 32.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical C1500 year, for its age
#138 most complained-about 1996 vehicle
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 2
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 5
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1996 GMC C1500 problems
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No recalls for the 1996 GMC C1500
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1996 GMC C1500. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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15 complaints about the 1996 GMC C1500
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The front brakes on my 1996 gmc sierra c1500 pickup have needed replacement at 29,000 and 49,000 miles. The rear brakes have shown only moderate wear I feel that this indicates a severe imbalance in the braking between the front and rear brakes. Also, the front rotors needed to be replaced do to severe rust. This caused the rotors to delaminate. This appears to be a quality issue with the rotors.*Jb
The windshield wiper fail intermittently while being used. Dealer has been contacted. Nlm consumer heared a buzzing noise when trying to activate the windshield wiper. Contact manufacturer and manufacturer stated that this vehicle was outside the range of vin. #. *Yh
Inspection of receiver platform by dot found two large cracks in receiver.
While traveling 30-35 mph, and as a result of an accident, air bags did not deploy. Dealer manufacturer have been contacted. Please provide further informaton. *Ak
Windshield wipers turn on and off intermittently, causing poor visibility. *Ak
Air conditioner compressor replaced four times.
Consumer complained that brakes are very hard when pedal is pressed. There are a few second delays before the vehcile comes to a stop. Dealer was not notified. Vehicle was serviced in an auto repair shop. *Ak
WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR FAILED.
Upon applying brakes ,steering goes out. Problem occurs at low speeds. Vehicle was brought to dealers for problem and owner was told this is normal operation. *Ak
Consumer states that the brakes wear out extremely fast. When pedal is depressed the brakes feel spongy and vehicle does not have stopping power. The dealer has been notified. *Ak
Consumer was involved in a head-on collision, impact about 40 to 45 mph and the driver's side air bag did not deploy; also, the driver's side seat did not lock, causing injuries to the driver's neck and back. *Ak
Rear seat is not secure when in folded upright position.
Drivers side seat belt locks up when going on bumpy/rough raod surface. *Ak consumer states seat belt has two round pendlums hanging down that swing in all directions so if consumer's body puts any kind of pressure against the seat belt while the pendlums are swinging it locks up, consumer has to lean back 2 inches for it to unlock.*Jb
Driver and passenger side door will not open from the inside. Tt
GMC C1500: every year compared
All C1500 years1996 GMC C1500 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 GMC C1500 | 15 | 0 | F | |
| 1996 GMC 1500 | 24 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1996 GMC C2500 | 6 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1996 GMC C15 | 4 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 1996 GMC C Series | 4 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1996 GMC C/K Series | 4 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1996 GMC 3500 | 3 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1996 GMC C/K Suburban (GMC) | 3 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1996 GMC C25 | 2 | 5 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1996 GMC C1500
Does the 1996 GMC C1500 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1996 GMC C1500 right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 GMC C1500?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (4), seats & seat belts (3), visibility & wipers (3).
How many complaints has the 1996 GMC C1500 had?
15 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 20, 1996 and the latest on March 23, 2005. Of these, 2 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 5 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1996 GMC C1500 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 6 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical GMC C1500 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which GMC C1500 years have the most complaints?
1995 (32), 1994 (25), 1993 (21). See every GMC C1500 year compared.
What should I do if my 1996 GMC C1500 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data