1996 GMC VANDURA — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
6
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 1996 GMC VANDURA
The 1996 GMC VANDURA has received a total of 6 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The most commonly reported problems involve the Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip (2 complaints), Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers (1 complaint), and Interior Lighting (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 1996 GMC VANDURA
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1996 GMC VANDURA. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 1996 GMC VANDURA
6 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1996 GMC VANDURA. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structureframe And Members | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
THE VEHICLE IS SUPPLIED AS AN INCOMPLETE VEHICLE FOR CONVERSION TO A 12A/20C SCHOOL BUS, THE REAR WHEELAGE DESIGN IS NARROWER THAN THE FRONT AXLE TIRE TRACK, THIS DESIGN CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO EXPERIENCE FISH TAILING DUE TO LACK OF PROPER STABILITY. *MJS
WHEN DRIVING AFTER DARK, THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT MODULE (WITH AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHT TURN ON AFTER DARK) SHORTS OUT TURNING OFF THE HEADLIGHTS AND INSTRUMENTION PANEL WITHOUT WARNING. MANUALLY TURNING ON THE HEADLIGHTS CORRECTS THE PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM OCCURS AT BOTH LOW SPEED OR HIGHWAY SPEED. *AK
WHEN DRIVING AFTER DARK, THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT MODULE (WITH AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHT TURN ON AFTER DARK) SHORTS OUT TURNING OFF THE HEADLIGHTS AND INSTRUMENTION PANEL WITHOUT WARNING. MANUALLY TURNING ON THE HEADLIGHTS CORRECTS THE PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM OCCURS AT BOTH LOW SPEED OR HIGHWAY SPEED. *AK
WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THE VEHICLE PULSATES AND LUNGES FORWARD. DEALER SAYS IT'S NORMAL. *AK
WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THE VEHICLE PULSATES AND LUNGES FORWARD. DEALER SAYS IT'S NORMAL. *AK
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Safety Rating for the 1996 GMC VANDURA
NHTSA has not yet tested the 1996 GMC VANDURA in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 1996 GMC VANDURA
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 1996 GMC VANDURA
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
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