1996 Chevrolet C10 Recalls
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 1996 Chevrolet C10. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assemblyCovers: Chevrolet C10 1995–1998, GMC C15 1995–1996, Sierra 1500 1997–1998
Reported issue: Vehicle description: crew cab pickup trucks. The front, inner corner of the fuel tank can contact the body sill either intermittently or constantly. This movement can cause a discernible noise and, over time, can wear a hole in or crack the fuel tank at point of contact.
Possible consequence: This condition can result in fuel leakage and a distinct fuel odor if the tank were filled above the level of the hole or crack. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank for wear and, either install a spacer between the fuel tank and the front crossmember, or if necessary, replace the fuel tank.
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washerCovers: Chevrolet C10 1994–1996, Suburban 1994–1996, GMC Suburban 1994–1996 +7 more
Reported issue: Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, 2 and 4-wheel drive. Solder joints near the wiring harness connector can crack causing the windshield wipers to work intermittently.
Possible consequence: This condition can result in inoperative wipers, reducing a driver's visibility, and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover.
- SeatsCovers: Chevrolet C10 1995–1997, C20 1995–1997, C30 1995–1997 +6 more
Reported issue: Vehicle description: extended cab and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with reclining seats and the easy-entry feature. These vehicles exhibit a condition in which a pinch point exists in the recliner mechanism that can trap and pinch a person's hand or finger(s) when the easy-entry feature is activated.
Possible consequence: This pinching can cut the hand or possibly sever the finger(s) without prior warning.
Remedy: Dealers will install a protector cover over the recliner mechanism.
- Suspension › Rear › Springs › Leaf spring assembly › U-bolt, leaf spring to axleCovers: Chevrolet C10 1996, GMC C15 1996, Chevrolet K10 1996 +9 more
Reported issue: The four u-bolts nuts on either side of the rear axle were under-torqued.
Possible consequence: Vehicle usage could cause the nuts to loosen and eventually fall off the u-bolt. This could result in sudden loss of vehicle control increasing the potential for a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will check the u-bolt nut torque and re-torque any loose u-bolts to specification.
- Vehicle speed controlCovers: Chevrolet C10 1995–1996, Suburban 1995–1996, GMC Suburban 1995–1996 +11 more
Reported issue: These vehicles were assembled with the throttle cable contacting the dash mat which could bind the throttle. This does not meet with the maximum return times required by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems."
Possible consequence: Consequence of non-compliance: the engine speed may not return to idle increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for adequate throttle cable to dash mat clearance, and if there is insufficient clearance, cut out a portion of the dash mat to provide proper clearance.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Chevrolet C10 1996, GMC C15 1996, C35 1996 +3 more
Reported issue: Certain trucks have fuel rail assemblies with an improperly crimped end retainer clip that results in a fuel leak.
Possible consequence: If fuel leakage occurs and an ignition source is present, an engine compartment fire could occur.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel rail assembly and replace any fuel rail assembly with a julian date code of 95318 through 95338.
← All problems reported for the 1996 Chevrolet C10
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.