1996 CHEVROLET PICKUP — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

75

Owner Complaints

7 Crashes 1 Fire

1

Recall

ACTIVE RECALL

0

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 1996 CHEVROLET PICKUP

The 1996 CHEVROLET PICKUP has received a total of 75 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS. The most commonly reported problems involve the Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor (10 complaints), Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher (9 complaints), and Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip (4 complaints).

Recalls for the 1996 CHEVROLET PICKUP

NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 1996 CHEVROLET PICKUP, potentially affecting up to 1,921 vehicles.

Recall 08E050000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

| 1,921 vehicles affected

Defect: K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.

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Owner Complaints for the 1996 CHEVROLET PICKUP

75 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1996 CHEVROLET PICKUP. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 10
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 9
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 4 1 Crash
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
Complaints: 3 1 Crash
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 3
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 2 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Otherstoragefuel Gauge System
Complaints: 2
Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit
Complaints: 2
Seats
Complaints: 2
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 2
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
Complaints: 2
Air Bags
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Electrical Systemhorn
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingenginediesel
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagecolumn Shift
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airantilock
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdifferential Proportional Valve
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
Complaints: 1
Steering
Complaints: 1
Steeringrack And Pinionpinion Shaft
Complaints: 1
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 1
Structurebodytailgate
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 1
Tires
Complaints: 1
Tiressidewall
Complaints: 1
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#10091681 | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER | | 38,000 miles
AFTER RECEIVING A RECALL NOTICE CONCERNING WINDSHIELD WIPERS VEHICLE WAS TAKEN INTO THE DEALER AND SERVICE WAS REFUSED BECAUSE IT IS A SALVAGED VEHICLE. *AK *TC
#10055445 | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH | | 80,000 miles
DOOR HANDLES CONSTANTLY BREAK OFF. DRIVER'S DOOR IS TILTED OFF THE HINGES. DRIVER MUST ROLL DOWN WINDOW TO EXIT VEHICLE. *AK
#10046473 | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | | 24,000 miles
THE FRONT OF THE SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK. AS A RESULT, THERE WAS NO UPPER BODY RESTRAINT FOR THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER. *AK THE DEALERSHIP WOULD NOT HELP RESOLVE THIS ISSUE. *SCC *JB
CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING AND WITH NO WARNING WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL WORK INTERMITTENTLY, AND IT WILL BE HARD FOR THE CONSUMER TO SEE DURING RAINY WEATHER. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK
#10006472 | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER | | N/A miles
WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOP WORKING WHEN ON DELAY OR LOW. THEY START WORKING ONLY BY TURNING WIPERS ON HIGH. *SCC ***DIMSII IVOQ ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12/12/02 CUT-OVER TO ARTEMIS***751088

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Safety Rating for the 1996 CHEVROLET PICKUP

NHTSA has not yet tested the 1996 CHEVROLET PICKUP in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 1996 CHEVROLET PICKUP

No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.

NHTSA Investigations for the 1996 CHEVROLET PICKUP

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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