1996 GMC Pick UP recalls & problems
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls for the 1996 GMC Pick UP and 11 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is electrical system (3 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (2). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.
1996 GMC Pick UP problems by component
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Latest owner complaints
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Sep 7, 2004 · 65,016 miles · OH
The master bake cylinder rusted. The problem caused extended stopping distance. Please provide more I nformation. *jb
Visibility · Feb 23, 2004 · KY
Consumer seeking reimbursement for repairs on recall on vehicle's windshield wiper motor. *la *jb
Electrical System · Sep 23, 1998 · AL · fire
Vehicle caught fire while driving. Flames came from underneath dashboard, wiring on driver side fender wall completely destroyed.
Tires · Oct 22, 1997 · CA
Alignment is off due to bad front tire.
Electrical System · Jun 5, 1997 · LA
Vehicle intermittently stalls while driving, no warning, various speeds, dealer replaced ignition, ignition coil, problem still exists. *ak
Electrical System · Jun 5, 1997 · LA
Vehicle intermittently stalls while driving, no warning, various speeds, dealer replaced ignition, ignition coil, problem still exists. *ak
Latches/Locks/Linkages · Apr 10, 1997 · CA
Tailgate latch cable failed.
Power Train · Mar 14, 1997 · ID
Four wheel drive inoperative.
Suspension · Mar 14, 1997 · ID
Front end misaligned.
Vehicle Speed Control · Feb 18, 1997 · CA
Accelerator jammed at full throttle in a cul-de-sac after start up, causing accident.
Vehicle Speed Control · Oct 7, 1996 · CA
High idle.
Seats · Sep 9, 1996 · TX
The front passenger seat does not lock in place and the seat glides back and forth.*ak
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 1996 GMC Pick UP have any recalls?
No safety recalls are listed for the 1996 GMC Pick UP in NHTSA's recall database. Recalls can still be issued later, so check again by VIN before buying.
What are the most common problems with the 1996 GMC Pick UP?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are electrical system (3), service brakes, hydraulic (2), vehicle speed control (2).
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 1996 GMC Pick UP?
Owners reported 0 crashes, 1 fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.