MYRModel Year Report

1996 Chevrolet C Series

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1996 Chevrolet C Series
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:14:25.239Z

Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet C Series Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1982: 1 complaints 1982 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 0 complaints 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 1 complaints 1989 1990: 1 complaints 1991: 1 complaints 1992: 1 complaints 1992 1993: 7 complaints 1994: 2 complaints 1995: 10 complaints 1995 1996: 11 complaints 1996 1997: 22 complaints 1998: 17 complaints 1998 1999: 3 complaints 2000: 0 complaints 2001: 2 complaints 2001 2002: 3 complaints 2007: 2 complaints 2008: 1 complaints 2008
1996: 11 complaints
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YearComplaints
19821
19840
19850
19860
19870
19880
19891
19901
19911
19921
19937
19942
199510
199611
199722
199817
19993
20000
20012
20023
20072
20081

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VISIBILITY

3 of 11 total reports mention: visibility.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 11 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

FIRE
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VEHICLE BEEN EXPERIENCING INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH BRAKES FAILING TO STOP VEHICLE PROPERLY WHENEVER BRAKES WERE APPLIED IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION. DEALER NOTIFIED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000223

AIR BAGS

2 of 11 total reports mention: air bags.

INJURY
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DT: THE CONSUMER STATED THE AIR BAG INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED. THE CONSUMER WAS INJURED. *AK *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20050627

VISIBILITY

1 of 11 total reports mentions: visibility.

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INTERMITTENTLY WINDSHIELD WIPERS BECOME INOPERABLE OBSTRUCTING THE DRIVER'S VIEW. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20031001

TIRES

1 of 11 total reports mentions: tires.

CRASH
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DRIVING @ 60MP WEST BOUND 210FRWY IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA. REAR TIRE BLEW AND UPON LOOKING AT TIRE THE TIRE "THREW TOP TREAD" AND SEPARATED. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20080728

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 Chevrolet C Series — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 Chevrolet C Series reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Chevrolet C Series?

The most-reported component is visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Chevrolet C Series have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.