MYRModel Year Report

1996 GMC Pick UP

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1996 GMC Pick UP
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:33:41.794Z

Only 11 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 11 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 Pick UP Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1981: 1 complaints 1981 1985: 3 complaints 1986: 3 complaints 1986 1987: 4 complaints 1988: 4 complaints 1988 1989: 4 complaints 1990: 3 complaints 1990 1991: 6 complaints 1992: 5 complaints 1992 1993: 11 complaints 1994: 16 complaints 1994 1995: 18 complaints 1996: 11 complaints 1996
1996: 11 complaints
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YearComplaints
19811
19853
19863
19874
19884
19894
19903
19916
19925
199311
199416
199518
199611

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 11 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash and switch.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE DRIVING. FLAMES CAME FROM UNDERNEATH DASHBOARD, WIRING ON DRIVER SIDE FENDER WALL COMPLETELY DESTROYED.

NHTSA ODI report, 19980923

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 11 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing linkages and cruise control.

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 11 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

VISIBILITY

1 of 11 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer.

Show complaint excerpts

CONSUMER SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS ON RECALL ON VEHICLE'S WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR. *LA *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20040312

TIRES

1 of 11 total reports mentions: tires.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 GMC Pick UP — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 GMC Pick UP 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 Pick UP?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 GMC Pick UP have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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