MYRModel Year Report

1996 GMC 1500

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1996 GMC 1500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:40:11.877Z

Only 24 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 24 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, GMC 1500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1985: 3 complaints 1985 1990: 8 complaints 1990 1994: 29 complaints 1994 1996: 24 complaints 1996 1997: 0 complaints 1997 1998: 0 complaints 1998 1999: 0 complaints 1999 2000: 0 complaints 2000
1996: 24 complaints
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YearComplaints
19853
19908
199429
199624
19970
19980
19990
20000

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 24 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VISIBILITY

4 of 24 total reports mention: visibility.

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WHILE TRAVELING IN THE RAIN THE WIPERS STARTED OUT WORKING AND THEN SUDDENLY STOPPED. CONSUMER STATES' FEEL VERY UNSAFE DRIVING IN THE RAIN. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. TS

NHTSA ODI report, 20021108

VISIBILITY

3 of 24 total reports mention: visibility.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

3 of 24 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

CRASH
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VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. VEHICLE PULLED TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT WHILE BRAKING. ONE MOMENT IT HAD BRAKE, THE NEXT MOMENT BRAKES WERE GONE; BRAKE PEDAL WENT DOWN TO THE FLOOR, AND DID NOT STOP VEHICLE. . DEALER/MFR. WAS NOT NOTIFIED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19991007

POWER TRAIN

2 of 24 total reports mention: power train.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2 of 24 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

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THE SENDING UNIT SHORTAGE OUT WITH 15 GALLONS OF FUEL REMAIN IN THE TANK WHILE DRIVING ALSO CAUSE VEHICLE TO SHUT DOWN DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME . FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. TS

NHTSA ODI report, 20021205

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 GMC 1500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 GMC 1500 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 GMC 1500?

The most-reported component is visibility:windshield wiper/washer, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 GMC 1500 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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