MYRModel Year Report

1996 Chevrolet C2500

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1996 Chevrolet C2500
RENDERED 2026-09-16T16:58:57.932Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet C2500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1988: 1 complaints 1988 1989: 6 complaints 1990: 6 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaints 1992: 11 complaints 1992 1993: 19 complaints 1994: 52 complaints 1994 1995: 60 complaints 1996: 53 complaints 1996
1996: 53 complaints
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YearComplaints
19881
19896
19906
19911
199211
199319
199452
199560
199653

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

SERVICE BRAKES 51%

51% of complaints: service brakes — 27 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH
VISIBILITY 17%

17% of complaints: visibility — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing motor and windshield wiper/washer.

SEATS 9%

9% of complaints: seats — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing recliner.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE STOPPING AT A STOP LIGHT TRUCK WAS HIT IN THE REAR, CAUSING FRONT SEAT FALL COMPLETLY DOWN ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER WERE INJURED. MANUFACTURER CONTACTED: NO RESULTS . *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19970612

OWNER STATES THAT HER CHILD WAS GETTING INTO VEHICLE WHEN HIS FINGERS GOT CAUGHT IN THE HINGE WHERE SEAT BENDS. OWNER ALSO NOTES OF THE RECALL SHE HAD ON HER VEHICLE FOR THIS PROBLEM. *AK*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19970516

POWER TRAIN 8%

8% of complaints: power train — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing transfer case (4-wheel drive) and seal.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 6%

6% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 3 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing gasoline and emission control.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE

Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20071108 — equipment

CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. TH

Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.

Campaign 07E088000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 Chevrolet C2500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (27 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seats issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07E088000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 Chevrolet C2500 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 C2500?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 51% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Chevrolet C2500 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.