MYRModel Year Report

1996 GMC K2500

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1996 GMC K2500
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:35:18.041Z

Only 14 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 14 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 K2500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1986: 3 complaints 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 1 complaints 1988 1989: 3 complaints 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 4 complaints 1992: 1 complaints 1992 1993: 2 complaints 1994: 7 complaints 1994 1995: 10 complaints 1996: 14 complaints 1996
1996: 14 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19830
19840
19850
19863
19870
19881
19893
19902
19914
19921
19932
19947
199510
199614

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

13 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

VISIBILITY

4 of 14 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing motor and windshield wiper/washer.

STRUCTURE

3 of 14 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing door and frame and members.

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VEHICLE RATTLES/SQUEAKS.

NHTSA ODI report, 19970424

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood and wiring.

FIRE
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SMOKE ROLLED OUT OF THE CAB OF THE PICKUP, WIRE UNDER DRIVER SEAT FOR THE ELECTRIC SEATS BECAME BARE SHORTED OUT AND THE FUSE DID NOT CLOSE SHUT, BURNED UP HARNESS AND MELTED PART OF DASH BY FUSES AND BURNED UP ALL WIRES UNDER DASH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20020402

SUSPENSION

1 of 14 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing front.

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

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 K2500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07E088000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 GMC K2500 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 K2500?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 93% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 GMC K2500 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

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