MYRModel Year Report

1996 GMC Vandura

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1996 GMC Vandura
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:27:36.705Z

Only 4 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 4 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 Vandura Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1996 highlighted. 1987: 2 complaints 1987 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1994: 14 complaints 1994 1995: 34 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 1 complaints 2000
1996: 4 complaints
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YearComplaints
19872
19892
199414
199534
19964
19983
19992
20001

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 4 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

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WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THE VEHICLE PULSATES AND LUNGES FORWARD. DEALER SAYS IT'S NORMAL. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19990903

ANTI LOCK BRAKE FAILURE RESULTING IN A VEHICLE COLLISION.

NHTSA ODI report, 19980713

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 4 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

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WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THE VEHICLE PULSATES AND LUNGES FORWARD. DEALER SAYS IT'S NORMAL. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19990903

STRUCTURE

1 of 4 total reports mentions: structure.

INTERIOR LIGHTING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: interior lighting.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1996 GMC Vandura — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1996 GMC Vandura 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 Vandura?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1996 GMC Vandura 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.