MYRModel Year Report

1996 Chevrolet C3500

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1996 Chevrolet C3500
RENDERED 2026-09-17T05:40:07.113Z

Only 26 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 26 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 C3500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1989: 7 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1991: 3 complaints 1991 1992: 8 complaints 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 18 complaints 1995: 47 complaints 1995 1996: 26 complaints 1996 2018: 0 complaints 2018
1996: 26 complaints
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YearComplaints
19880
19897
19905
19913
19928
199315
199418
199547
199626
20180

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 26 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

11 of 26 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

5 of 26 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and diesel.

Show complaint excerpts

1996 CHEV. 1 TON DUALLY 6.5 DIESEL, ENGINE AUTOMATICALLY SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING LIKE IT'S STARVING FOR FUEL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050511

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020920

WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE SHUTS DOWN, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STALL. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19970731

VISIBILITY

3 of 26 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and motor.

TIRES

2 of 26 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 26 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing differential unit and column shift.

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

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 Chevrolet C3500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 Chevrolet C3500 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 C3500?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Chevrolet C3500 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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