- The problem
- Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (To see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). The connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. As a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.
- The risk
- This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
- The fix
- Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on october 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
Vehicle safety record
1996 GMC G35 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1996 GMC G35 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in May 2006 for the fuel system, gasoline.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical G35 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1996 GMC G35 recalls 4
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- The steering linkage assemby contains a relay rod tapered-stud attachment nut that was not torqued to proper specifications.
- The risk
- The tapered stud can loosen and the driver would notice a lag in the responsiveness to steering wheel inputs. Eventually the relay rod stud can fracture resulting loss of steering control.
- The fix
- Dealers will remove the existing crimped nut and install a new nut torqued to specifications.
- The problem
- Water intrusion into the kick panel areas in front of both the driver and passenger doors can cause a corrosion path between the battery feed and the electrical ground.
- The risk
- This condition can cause an electrical short leading to ignition and combusion of the plastics in the electrical components of the vehicle resulting in a vehicle fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the 25 amp circuit breakers with 25 amp fuses in the fuse block; remove a temporary paper fuse-block cover; install a plastic shield over the fuse block; replace and reorient the power door lock relay (if equipped); inspect the remote keyless entry module (if equipped) for signs of corrosion, replace if corroded, and reorient it; and apply additional body sealer in key areas.
- The problem
- These tires have bead damage which occured during tire mounting.
- The 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.
- The fix
- Dealers will demount each tire and inspect for bead damage. If bead damage is found, the tire will be replaced.
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GMC G35: every year compared
All G35 years1996 GMC G35 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 GMC G35 | 0 | 4 | D | |
| 1996 GMC 1500 | 24 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1996 GMC C1500 | 15 | 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 |
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 G35
Does the 1996 GMC G35 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 1996 GMC G35: fuel system, gasoline (May 2006); linkages (September 1996); fuses and circuit breakers (September 1996); bead (July 1996). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1996 GMC G35 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1996 GMC G35 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 26 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical GMC G35 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.
What should I do if my 1996 GMC G35 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