MYRModel Year Report

1996 GMC S15

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1996 GMC S15
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:22:20.263Z

Only 3 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 3 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 S15 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1980: 1 complaints 1980 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 0 complaints 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 1 complaints 1986: 3 complaints 1987: 3 complaints 1987 1988: 2 complaints 1989: 8 complaints 1990: 3 complaints 1990 1991: 8 complaints 1992: 3 complaints 1993: 4 complaints 1993 1994: 6 complaints 1995: 3 complaints 1996: 3 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1998: 2 complaints 1999: 1 complaints 1999 2001: 1 complaints 2001
1996: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19801
19820
19830
19840
19851
19863
19873
19882
19898
19903
19918
19923
19934
19946
19953
19963
19972
19982
19991
20011

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

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

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ABS BRAKES FAILED.

NHTSA ODI report, 19980713

ABS; WHEN YOU PRESS ON THE BRAKES VEHICLE VEERS TO THE RIGHT. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19960130

VISIBILITY

1 of 3 total reports mentions: visibility.

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NO SUMMARY.

NHTSA ODI report, 19981221

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19960216 — power train

SOME OF THESE TRUCKS WERE BUILT WITH TRANSMISSIONS CONTAINING PARTS WHICH WERE NOT MACHINED TO GM'S SPECIFICATIONS.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSMISSION MAIN SHAFT OUTPUT TORQUE USING A SPECIAL TOOL. IF THE OUTPUT TORQUE DOES NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS, THE TRANSMISSION WILL BE REPLACED.

Campaign 96V035000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 GMC S15 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 96V035000 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 GMC S15 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 S15?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 GMC S15 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.