1996 Chevrolet G20 Problems
- Complaints
- 7filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 4campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1996 Chevrolet G20 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 1996 Chevrolet G20. The part named most often is visibility, with 2 complaints (29% of the total), followed by air bags (1) and brakes (1). Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns and 2 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Air bags1 14%
- Brakes1 14%
- Seat belts1 14%
- Body and structure1 14%
- Suspension1 14%
- Tires1 14%
Example complaints
Air bags: “While pulling from a stop sign vehicle was struck on the left side corner panel speed was under 20 MPH. Driver's side air bag did not deploy, but passenger's side did.”
NHTSA complaint #823765, filed 1998-06Brakes: “Consumer was coming to a stop sign when applied the brake pedal. While applying the brakes felt a quick popping sensation. The brake pedal stayed hard, but it did not stop the vehcile. Vehicle kept on going. Dealer notified.”
NHTSA complaint #823689, filed 1998-05Seat belts: “The rear passenger's seat belt does not correctly fit. The belt lays on the passenger's face and not on the shoulder. That is very dangerous to that person.”
NHTSA complaint #805809, filed 1996-12Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 09V297000Jul 29, 2009Equipment adaptive/mobilityCovers: Chevrolet G20 1996, Ford E-150 1994, E-250 2004 +1 more
R&r mobility is recalling 7 vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lift. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations on motor vehicles." the threshold warning…
- 09V298000Jul 29, 2009Equipment adaptive/mobilityCovers: Chevrolet G20 1996, Ford E-150 1994, E-250 2004 +1 more
R&r mobility is recalling 7 vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift system accessible for motor vehicles." the anti-stow…
- 96V186000Sep 26, 1996Electrical system › Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakersCovers: Chevrolet G20 1996, G30 1996, G10 1996 +2 more
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.
- 96V187000Sep 26, 1996Steering › LinkagesCovers: Chevrolet G20 1996, G30 1996, G10 1996 +2 more
The steering linkage assemby contains a relay rod tapered-stud attachment nut that was not torqued to proper specifications.
Recall details for the 1996 Chevrolet G20 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 2 on record; the latest 2 are shown.
- 10232287Feb 21, 2023Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10246631Sep 1, 2013Engine cooling. Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
Other model years of the Chevrolet G20
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 5 | 120,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1996 | 7 | — | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1995 | 82 | 108,266 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1994 | 42 | 79,222 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 59 | 72,500 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 19 | 171,000 | 3 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1991 | 5 | — | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 17 | 123,619 | 1 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1989 | 7 | 29,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1988 | 11 | 150,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1987 | 10 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1985 | 6 | 140,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Chevrolet G20 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1996 Chevrolet G20 have?
NHTSA recorded 7 consumer complaints for the 1996 Chevrolet G20 as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1996 Chevrolet G20 is reported most often?
Visibility is named most often, in 2 complaints (29% of the total), followed by air bags with 1.
Has the 1996 Chevrolet G20 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.