1996 GMC C2500

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1996 GMC C2500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:44:17.621Z

Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, GMC C2500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1981: 0 complaints 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 0 complaints 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1987: 1 complaints 1988: 2 complaints 1989: 6 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1991: 4 complaints 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 5 complaints 1994: 8 complaints 1995: 8 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1996
1996: 6 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19830
19840
19850
19860
19871
19882
19896
19905
19914
19923
19935
19948
19958
19966

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

2 of 6 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

CRASH
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I HAVE DONE RESEARCH ON THIS WELL KNOWN PROBLEM OF THIS PART CREATING A WILD HORSE VEHICLE AT UNEXPECTED TIMES. SO FAR GM IS NOT HELPING, THE LAST VISIT WAS CONFIRMED THIS PUMP WAS THE PROBLEM AND A NEW PUMP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140407

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 GMC SIERRA C2500 SLE N/A. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED AN ABNORMAL ODOR IN THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE INTO A SHOPPING CENTER AND NOTICED A PUDDLE OF FUEL UNDER THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160623

SEAT BELTS

1 of 6 total reports mentions: seat belts.

CRASH INJURY
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WAS INVOLVED IN AN AUTO MOBILE ACCIDENT HITTING A SCHOOL BUS HEAD ON AND HIT BY A TRUCK IN THE PASSENGER'S SIDE BED OF TRUCK, GOING ABOUT 40 MILES AN HOUR. MY AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY AND I HIT MY HEAD ON THE STEERING WHEEL VERY HARD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20071128

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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FUEL INJECTION PUMP HAS FAILED AND BEEN REPLACED 6 TIMES OVER THE LIFE OF THE VEHICLE .ONE FAILURE RESULTED IN FUEL LEAKING ON EXHAUST SYSTEM THIS COULD HAVE BEEN EXTREMLY DANGEROUS.WIPER FAILURES IS AN ONGOING PROBLEM WICH OCCURS INTERMITTENTLY AND...

NHTSA ODI report, 20010821

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel system, diesel.

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GM 6.5L DIESEL 94-2000. THE FUEL INJECTION PUMP FUEL SOLENOID DRIVER FAILS WITHOUT WARNING CAUSING LOSS OF ENGINE POWER/POWER STEERING/AND BRAKES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20031127

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 6 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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DIESEL ENGINE WOULD STALL WHILE DRIVING AT ANY RATE OF SPEED. CONSUMER HAS TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP SEVERAL TIMES, AND DEALERSHIP(S) CANNOT ASSIST CONSUMER WITH PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ATTACHMENTS.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20010402

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20071108 — equipment

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. TH

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.

Campaign 07E088000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 GMC C2500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 07E088000 (equipment) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1996 GMC C2500 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 C2500?

The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 GMC C2500 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.