1996 Chevrolet G30 problems

General information about Chevrolet-G30
Overview of popular issues
Analysis of common problems
Сomplaints list
Recalls list

The Chevrolet Van or Chevy Van (also known as the Chevrolet/GMC G-series vans and GMC Vandura) is a range of vans that was manufactured by General Motors from the 1964 to 1996 model years. Introduced as the successor for the rear-engine Corvair Corvan/Greenbrier, the model line also replaced the panel van configuration of the Chevrolet Suburban. The vehicle was sold both in passenger van and cargo van configurations as well as a cutaway van chassis that served as the basis for a variety of custom applications.

Produced across three generations (1964–66, 1967–70, and 1970–96), the model line was sold under a wide variety of model names under both the Chevrolet and GMC brands. The first two generations were forward control vehicles (with the engine placed between the seats); the third generation adopted a configuration placing the engine forward of the driver. The second and third generations shared powertrain commonality with the C/K pickup truck model line.

After the 1996 model year, GM retired the G-Series vans, replacing them with the GMT600-platform Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana.

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Common 1996 Chevrolet G30 problems

Common Problems with the Chevrolet G30 1996

Based on the search results, the following are common problems with the Chevrolet G30 1996, which are reported by car owners:

Fuel System Problems

One of the common problems with the Chevrolet G30 1996 is related to the fuel system. Some car owners reported that after changing the fuel pump, the car ran rough, and there was a lot of black smoke spitting and sputtering. The problem could be due to leaking injectors or a weak fuel pressure regulator spring. The fuel pressure regulator is located at the top of the TBI, and rebuild kits are available for it. If all is good with the fuel pressure regulator, the next step is to check the spray coming out of the fuel injectors, which should be a nice cone shape mist.

Electrical System Problems

The electrical system of the Chevrolet G30 1996 is also prone to problems. One of the recalls for this model is related to the electrical system, specifically the wiring and fuses. The recall report states that the wiring for the fuel pump relay may have been damaged during assembly, which could cause a fuel pump relay failure. This problem could lead to the engine stalling, which is a safety concern.

Steering System Problems

The steering system of the Chevrolet G30 1996 is another area where problems have been reported. One of the recalls for this model is related to the steering system, specifically the linkages. The recall report states that the steering linkage may have been improperly tightened during assembly, which could cause the steering to bind or fail. This problem could lead to a loss of steering control, which is a safety concern.

Suspension System Problems

The suspension system of the Chevrolet G30 1996 is also prone to problems. One of the recalls for this model is related to the suspension system, specifically the leaf spring assembly. The recall report states that the leaf springs may have been improperly installed, which could cause the suspension to fail. This problem could lead to a loss of control, which is a safety concern.

Tire Problems

The tires of the Chevrolet G30 1996 are also prone to problems. One of the recalls for this model is related to the tires, specifically the bead. The recall report states that the tires may have been improperly manufactured, which could cause the bead to fail. This problem could lead to a loss of tire pressure, which is a safety concern.

In conclusion, the Chevrolet G30 1996 has several common problems that have been reported by car owners. These problems include fuel system issues, electrical system problems, steering system issues, suspension system problems, and tire problems. It is essential to address these problems promptly to ensure the safety and reliability of the vehicle.

What is the mpg on a 1996 Chevy G30?

Based on data from 1 vehicles, 32 fuel-ups and 9,958 miles of driving, the 1996 Chevrolet G30 gets a combined Avg MPG of 12.18 with a 0.51 MPG margin of error.

Is a Chevy G30 a 1 ton?

Pricing & Values

Prices shown are the prices you can expect to pay for a 1991 Chevrolet G30 Van 1 Ton Van across different levels of condition.

How many miles per gallon does a 1995 Chevy G30 get?

The 1995 G-Series G30 gets 14 MPG overall, with 13 MPG in the city and 15 MPG on the highway. For a complete list of all the 1995 G-Series G30 specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1995 Chevrolet G-Series G30 specs page.

What transmission is in a 1990 G30 van?

4-speed automatic

Used 1990 Chevrolet Chevy Van G30 - Specs & Features

Overview Gas Engine
Engine Type	Gas
Transmission	4-speed automatic
Drive Type	Rear wheel drive
Cylinders	V8

What is the mpg on a 1996 Chevy G30?

Based on data from 1 vehicles, 32 fuel-ups and 9,958 miles of driving, the 1996 Chevrolet G30 gets a combined Avg MPG of 12.18 with a 0.51 MPG margin of error.

Is a Chevy G30 a 1 ton?

Pricing & Values

Prices shown are the prices you can expect to pay for a 1991 Chevrolet G30 Van 1 Ton Van across different levels of condition.

How many miles per gallon does a 1995 Chevy G30 get?

Do Chevys have good mileage?

With fuel-saving enhancements like available stop/start technology and efficient electric and diesel options — Chevrolet offers a wide array of vehicles with an EPA-estimated 28 MPG highway† or better. So there's no need to limit how far you can go.

1996 Chevrolet G30 car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet G30 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

Service brakes problems
Hydraulic problems
Suspension problems
Steering problems
Power train problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 1996 Chevrolet G30 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

1996 Chevrolet G30 complaints

The NHTSA has received 7 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1996 Chevrolet G30.

2004-04-16

SUSPENSION PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2004-04-16
VIN: 1GCGG35K0TF
Components: SUSPENSION
Summary: WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH A LOUD BANGING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE REAR. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO REPAIR SHOP, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT DRIVER'S SIDE LEAF SPRING BROKE. THE MECHANIC SHOP EXPLAINED TO THE CONSUMER THAT THE REPAIR SHOP WAS UNABLE TO FIX THE PROBLEM. CONSUMER DROVE VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT U BOLT CAME LOOSE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. *AK

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2001-10-17

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 1997-07-01
VIN: PLEASE FILL
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary: WHEN BRAKING IN A PANIC/SUDDEN STOP OR SOMETIMS IN NORMAL BRAKING, BOTH REAR WHEELS LOCK UP INTERMITTENTLLY. VEHICLE BEEN TO DEALER'S SHOP ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, AND UNABLE TO LOCATE THE PROBLEM. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

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2001-07-30

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2001-07-16
Fire: 1
VIN: 1GBGG39N1TF
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary: DESCENDING 11-13% GRADE, GEAR DOWN 1 BELOW DRIVE, FIRE OCCURRED IN BOTH FRONT WHEEL WELLS DUE TO FAILURE OF MATERIAL USED IN CONSTRUCTION OF ABS SENSOR HOLDER (BAKELITE-LIKE) , KNOWN POTENTIAL HOT AREA SHOULD BE MADE OF FIRE PROOF MATERIAL. *AK

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2001-06-28

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2001-06-28
VIN: 1GCGG35Z2TF
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary: ABS SYSTEM NOT WORKING; BRAKES EITHER LOCK WHEELS, OR FAIL COMPLETELY

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2000-01-04

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary: WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES ON A TAR SURFACE VEHICLE WILL NOT STOP. OWNER HAS TO STAND ON BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER TO STOP OR REAPPLY THE VEHICLE'S BRAKES. DEALER SAID IT'S NORMAL. *AK

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1999-11-28

STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 1997-05-20
VIN: 1GBFG15RXT1
Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Summary: NONE

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1997-05-06

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 1996-01-25
Crash: 1
VIN: 1GKCS18W9SK
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Summary: APPLIED BRAKES HARD, PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR, REARENDED ANOTHER MOVING VEHICLE; DEALER WILL REPLACE ENTIRE BRAKING SYSTEM. *AK

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1996 Chevrolet G30 recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 6 recalls for different components of the 1996 Chevrolet G30.

2007-10-24

Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
Components: EQUIPMENT
Summary: 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. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
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.

2006-05-19

Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Summary: 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 MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
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).

1996-09-26

Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Components: STEERING:LINKAGES
Summary: THE STEERING LINKAGE ASSEMBY CONTAINS A RELAY ROD TAPERED-STUD ATTACHMENT NUT THAT WAS NOT TORQUED TO PROPER SPECIFICATIONS.
Consequence: THE TAPERED STUD CAN LOOSEN AND THE DRIVER WOULD NOTICE A LAG IN THE RESPONSIVENESS TO STEERING WHEEL INPUTS. EVENTUALLY THE RELAY ROD STUD CAN FRACTURE RESULTING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE EXISTING CRIMPED NUT AND INSTALL A NEW NUT TORQUED TO SPECIFICATIONS.

1996-09-26

Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Summary: WATER INTRUSION INTO THE KICK PANEL AREAS IN FRONT OF BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS CAN CAUSE A CORROSION PATH BETWEEN THE BATTERY FEED AND THE ELECTRICAL GROUND.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT LEADING TO IGNITION AND COMBUSION OF THE PLASTICS IN THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS OF THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE 25 AMP CIRCUIT BREAKERS WITH 25 AMP FUSES IN THE FUSE BLOCK; REMOVE A TEMPORARY PAPER FUSE-BLOCK COVER; INSTALL A PLASTIC SHIELD OVER THE FUSE BLOCK; REPLACE AND REORIENT THE POWER DOOR LOCK RELAY (IF EQUIPPED); INSPECT THE REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY MODULE (IF EQUIPPED) FOR SIGNS OF CORROSION, REPLACE IF CORRODED, AND REORIENT IT; AND APPLY ADDITIONAL BODY SEALER IN KEY AREAS.

1996-07-01

Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Components: TIRES:BEAD
Summary: THESE TIRES HAVE BEAD DAMAGE WHICH OCCURED DURING TIRE MOUNTING.
Consequence: THIS DAMAGE TO THE TIRE REINFORCING STRUCTURE IN THE BEAD "TOE" AREA CAUSES A BULGE IN THE SIDEWALL AFTER THE TIRE IS INFLATED. THIS CONDITION WILL RESULT IN A SLOW AIR LOSS CAUSING THE TIRE TO GO FLAT. HOWEVER, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE DAMAGE TO RESULT IN A RAPID AIR LOSS CAUSING INJURIES TO ANYONE IF THEY WERE HANDLING THE TIRE WHEN THIS OCCURRED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL DEMOUNT EACH TIRE AND INSPECT FOR BEAD DAMAGE. IF BEAD DAMAGE IS FOUND, THE TIRE WILL BE REPLACED.

1996-06-03

Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Components: SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:U-BOLT, LEAF SPRING TO AXLE
Summary: ONE OF THE FOUR REAR AXLE U-BOLTS CAN BREAK. THIS CAN POTENTIALLY LEAD TO THE SPRING LIFTING FROM THE AXLE UNDER CERTAIN REBOUND, BRAKING OR CORNERING MANEUVERS.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN SUDDEN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FOUR REAR AXLE U-BOLTS ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES.

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