MYRModel Year Report

1996 Chevrolet K1500

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1996 Chevrolet K1500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:49:02.761Z

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
94
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1996

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Visibility

28% of complaints

Complaints per year

1988: 10 complaints 1988 1989: 10 complaints 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1992: 16 complaints 1992 1993: 22 complaints 1994: 100 complaints 1994 1995: 118 complaints 1996: 94 complaints 1996 94
1988: 10 complaints 1988 1989: 10 complaints 1989 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 16 complaints 1992 1993: 22 complaints 1993 1994: 100 complaints 1994 1995: 118 complaints 1995 1996: 94 complaints 1996 94
1988: 10 complaints 1988 1989: 10 complaints 1989 1990: 7 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 16 complaints 1992 1993: 22 complaints 1993 1994: 100 complaints 1994 1995: 118 complaints 1995 1996: 94 complaints 1996 94

1996: 94 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
198810
198910
19907
19911
199216
199322
1994100
1995118
199694

Known problem areas

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

Visibility

28% · 26 reports

Most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and motor.

Service brakes

15% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASH

Tires

11% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing tread/belt.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

Uniroyal laredo P245-R16 tires have dry-rot cracks next to tread blocks after less than five years and 24,000 miles on vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-31

Power train

10% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and transfer case (4-wheel drive).

CRASH
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Bushings that hold clutch pedal in firewall broke, causing vehicle to malfunction. Vehicle. Contacted dealer. Please provide further information.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-18

Seats

9% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing recliner.

INJURY
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The driver side power bucket seat released and dropped while I was driving, it will not support the weight of a driver. I have since put a scissor lift jack underneath it to hold it up. This is a big safety issue.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-10-08

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 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…

    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).

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    2007-11-08Equipment07E088000 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.…

    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1996 Chevrolet K1500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Visibility: 26 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 14 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 10 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 07E088000 · Equipment
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 Chevrolet K1500 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 K1500?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1996 Chevrolet K1500 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.