MYRModel Year Report

1996 Chevrolet C35

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1996 Chevrolet C35
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:49:36.432Z

Only 3 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 3 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 C35 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1988: 3 complaints 1988 1990: 1 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 20 complaints 1993 1994: 14 complaints 1994 1995: 8 complaints 1995 1996: 3 complaints 1996
1996: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19810
19820
19830
19840
19850
19860
19883
19901
19912
19923
199320
199414
19958
19963

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

1 of 3 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar.

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THE PINCH BOLT WAS NOT INSTALLED INTO THE THREAD SIDE OF THE CLAMP, CAUSING THE STEERING COLUMN NOT TO ACTIVATE THE STEERING BOX. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19970206

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.

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CONSUMER STATES THAT THE ENGINE BLEW. THE DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19971210

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 Chevrolet C35 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 Chevrolet C35 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 C35?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Chevrolet C35 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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