MYRModel Year Report

1996 Chevrolet K3500

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1996 Chevrolet K3500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:41:22.934Z

Only 13 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 13 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 K3500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1988: 1 complaints 1988 1989: 1 complaints 1990: 3 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 4 complaints 1994: 6 complaints 1994 1995: 12 complaints 1996: 13 complaints 1996
1996: 13 complaints
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YearComplaints
19881
19891
19903
19910
19923
19934
19946
199512
199613

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

6 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

INJURY
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ANTI LOCK BRAKES FAILED CAUSING A COLLISION.

NHTSA ODI report, 19980331

BRAKES/ROTORS: BRAKES LOCK UP PERIODICALLY; PISTON SEIZED, BRAKE ROTOR ON THE LEFT SIDE FAILED. HAVE HAD IN FOR REPAIRS TWICE FOR THE SAME PROBLEM, BUT HAS HAD PROBLEMS WITH BRAKES SINCE HE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19970708

VISIBILITY

1 of 13 total reports mentions: visibility.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 13 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

TRAILER HITCHES

1 of 13 total reports mentions: trailer hitches.

CRASH
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TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 CHEVROLET K3500 WITH A CURRENT MILEAGE OF 92,000 MILES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070417

SUSPENSION

1 of 13 total reports mentions: suspension.

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 K3500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 Chevrolet K3500 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 K3500?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 Chevrolet K3500 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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