1996 Chevrolet S-10 problems
The Chevrolet S-10 is a compact pickup truck produced by Chevrolet. It was the first domestically-built compact pickup of the big three American automakers. When it was first introduced as a "quarter-ton pickup" in 1981 for the 1982 model year, the GMC version was known as the S-15 and later renamed the GMC Sonoma. A high-performance version of the latter was released in 1991, called "Syclone." The pickup was also sold by Isuzu as the Hombre from 1996 through 2000, but only in North America. There was also an SUV version, the Chevrolet S-10 Blazer/GMC S-15 Jimmy. An electric version was leased as a fleet vehicle in 1997 and 1998. These models are sometimes internally referred to as the S/T series to denote two and four wheel drive models respectively (similar to the full size Chevrolet C/K trucks) despite all versions being badged with 'S' nomenclature.
In North America, the S-series was replaced by the Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, and Isuzu i-Series in 2004.
The S-Series ended production in Brazil in 2012, being replaced by the Chevrolet Colorado, but still with the name S-10.
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Common 1996 Chevrolet S-10 problems
The 1996 Chevrolet S-10 pickup, while a popular and reliable vehicle, has some common problems that owners have reported. Here are some of the most frequently mentioned issues:
In addition to these common problems, the 1996 Chevrolet S-10 can also be prone to rust, particularly in areas where salt is used on the roads during the winter months. This can lead to a variety of issues, including structural damage and decreased safety. Regular maintenance and inspections can help prevent these issues and ensure the safe and reliable operation of your vehicle.
Overall, the 1996 Chevrolet S-10 is a reliable and durable vehicle, but like any vehicle, it is prone to certain common problems. Regular maintenance and inspections can help prevent these issues and ensure the safe and reliable operation of your vehicle. If you do experience any issues with your S-10, it is important to have them addressed as soon as possible to prevent further damage and ensure the safety of yourself and your passengers.
Why did Chevy stop making s10s?
Chevrolet discontinued the S10 pickup truck in 2004. This was 22 years after its first launch in 1982. It was replaced largely for the same reason that a lot of modern vehicles are: fluctuating trends of the ever-changing automotive industry and changing consumer demands.
Does a S10 have a 4L60E transmission?
Automatic variants were equipped with either a 4L60 transmission, or a 4L60E transmission (depending on the year). Both gearboxes were extremely capable, but time and mileage can take their toll, resulting in many Chevrolet S-10 transmission problems.
What is the biggest engine you can put in a Chevy S10?
The largest engine Chevrolet ever dropped into an S-10 was the 4.3-liter V-6, which was ¾ of a small-block 350. That engine was durable and adequate for the S-10, but it didn't show up until 1988.
What engine does an S10 have?
The Iron Duke 4-cylinder and 2.8 L 60° V6 engines were discontinued, the 4.3 L Vortec V6 was enhanced, and a new 2.2 L 4-cylinder engine (which had been introduced in 1990 on various front-wheel-drive GM compact and mid-size platforms) became the engines of choice to power the second generation of S-10s.
Is a 96 Chevy S10 reliable?
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Got the 96, can't remember the mileage, about 5 years ago and am now at 197K+. Oyer than the normal upkeep it has been a reliable vehicle until this week. It is the process of getting a 5-speed tranny in it. my first big expense in over 150K miles.
Why did Chevy stop making s10s?
Chevrolet discontinued the S10 pickup truck in 2004. This was 22 years after its first launch in 1982. It was replaced largely for the same reason that a lot of modern vehicles are: fluctuating trends of the ever-changing automotive industry and changing consumer demands.
What engine does an S10 have?
The Iron Duke 4-cylinder and 2.8 L 60° V6 engines were discontinued, the 4.3 L Vortec V6 was enhanced, and a new 2.2 L 4-cylinder engine (which had been introduced in 1990 on various front-wheel-drive GM compact and mid-size platforms) became the engines of choice to power the second generation of S-10s.
What is the biggest engine you can put in a Chevy S10?
The largest engine Chevrolet ever dropped into an S-10 was the 4.3-liter V-6, which was ¾ of a small-block 350. That engine was durable and adequate for the S-10, but it didn't show up until 1988.
1996 Chevrolet S-10 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet S-10 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Visibility problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1996 Chevrolet S-10 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1996 Chevrolet S-10
The NHTSA has received 776 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1996 Chevrolet S-10. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1996 Chevrolet S-10 vehicles.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-16
- VIN: 1GCCS1943T8
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: MY TRUCK IS NOT RUNNING AT ALL FOR THE MOMENT.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-12
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GCCS19W5T8
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I WAS INVOLVED IN A TRAFFIC COLLISION IN WHICH MY BRAKES FAILED TO STOP MY VEHICLE. WHEN I PRESSED THE BRAKES DURING A SUDDEN STOP, THE BRAKES STARTED TO SLOW DOWN MY TRUCK BUT THEN THE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY DOWN TO THE FLOOR WITH A RUBBING NOISE AND MY TRUCK KEPT TRAVELING UNTIL I HIT THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-12
- VIN: 1GCCS19W0T8
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 CHEVROLET S10. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE ABS MALFUNCTIONED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS ENGAGED INDEPENDENTLY, AND PULLED THE VEHICLE TO THE LEFT. FURTHERMORE, THE VEHICLE LOST BRAKE FUNCTIONALITY COMPLETELY. GILCREST CHEVROLET BUICK GMC IN TACOMA, WASHINGTON WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE NEEDED TO BE TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES HAD BEEN SERVICED BY THE DEALER PRIOR TO THIS FAILURE, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL ON THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT CITED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 99V193000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) AS A POSSIBLE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 64,160.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-08
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1GCCS19X6TK
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: DRIVERS SIDE SEATBELT WOULDN'T LATCH. DRIVING AND SMELLED SMOKE. SAW SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER DRIVERS SIDE DASH. STOPPED AND SAW MELTED WIRES. SEATBELT INDICATOR LIGHT WENT OUT.
STEERING,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-06-06
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- Components: STEERING,AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE ACCIDENT WAS ALMOST HEAD ON MAINLY ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. THE IMPACT WAS HARD THE AIR BAGS WENT OFF IN THE OTHER CAR BUT NEITHER ONE OF OURS WENT OFF. FOR ABOUT A YEAR PRIOR TO THE ACCIDENT THE TRUCK WOULD STALL AT RANDOM TIMES. *TR
STEERING,POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1997-08-01
- Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: FOR YEARS MY CHEVY S-10 1996 2WD TRUCK WOULD SUDDENLY SHUT OFF ON THE ROAD OFTEN AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. CHEVY LOOKED AT THE TRUCK MANY TIMES AND ALWAYS SAID THEY COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. ONE TIME THEY TALKED ME INTO A BRAND NEW TRANSMISSION AT 36100 MILES. THEY DIDN'T HONOR THE WARRANTY EVEN THOUGH THEY SAID THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS THE SHUTOFF PROBLEM AND HAPPENED BEFORE THE 36K WARRANTY LIMIT. THAT COST ME NEARLY 4000 DOLLARS. THEY TRUCK CONTINUED TO SHUT ITSELF OFF WHILE DRIVING FOR YEARS. IT WASN'T TILL A MECHANIC NOT AFFILIATED WITH GM TOLD ME TO STOP USING MORE THAN ONE KEY ON MY KEYCHAIN. THIS GM IGNITION RECALL GOES WAY BEYOND 2005 AND COBALTS. IT GOES BACK TO EARLY 90'S S-10 TRUCKS. NOW WE SHOULD KNOW WHY GM NEVER ACCEPTED RESPONSIBILITY FOR MY TRUCK AND DROPPED THE S-10 IN THE MID 2000'S. *TR
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-03-29
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GCCS1441TK
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE LADY TURNED IN FRONT OF ME AND I TBONED HER. *TR
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-10-31
- VIN: 1GCCS19X9T8
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 CHEVROLET S-10. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH THE VEHICLE STOPPED ACCELERATING AND THE REAR WHEELS LOCKED UP. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE HE WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION LOCKED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 99,000.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-07-14
- VIN: 1GCCS1444TK
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 CHEVROLET S-10 PICKUP. WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS OF 5 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED. THE CONTACT HAD THE BRAKES REPAIRED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND WAS ADVISED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO CRYSTALLIZATION OF THE BRAKES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES FAILED FIVE TIMES. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 135,574 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-08-27
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: MY CHEVY MALIBU IS HAVING POWERSTEERING ISSUES. IT FREEZES UP WHILE TRYING TO TURN CORNERS. THIS CAR HAS NOTHING WRONG WITH IT. THE POWERSTEERING FLUID IS AT A GOOD LEVEL AND THERE ARE NO LEAKS IN THE SYSTEM. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-05-17
- Crash: 1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: 1996 CHEVY S10 ATTEMPTED TO SLOW BUT HAD EQUIPMENT FAILURE WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM. CONSUMER THEN SWERVED TO THE RIGHT TO AVOID HITTING THE CAR AHEAD, DROVE ONTO THE CEMENT CURB, AND STRUCK A POLE. *NJ UPDATED 05/12/10 *BF THE BRAKE LINES ON THE LEFT FRONT SIDE AND REAR WERE LEAKING. THE FLUID RESERVOIR WAS VERY LOW AND IN FACT WAS EMPTY ON THE HALF DESIGNATED FOR THE REAR BRAKE. THE DRIVER ADMITTED USING THE WRONG TYPE OF BRAKE LINE FITTING WHEN HE DID THE BRAKE SERVICING. OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT #10-0433-91 THE CONSUMER STATED THE ACCIDENT WAS A RESULT OF EXCESSIVE CORROSION ON AND AROUND THE REAR AXLE. UPDATED 05/14/10.*JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-10-05
- VIN: 1GCCS1449TK
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE HAZARD/BRAKE LIGHT FUSE BLOWING OCCASIONALLY ABOUT 2.5 YR AGO... RECENTLY THE FUSE BLOWS ALMOST AS SOON AS YOU TURN THE VEHICLE ON. BULBS ARE GOOD AND LIGHTS WORK UNTIL THE FUSE BLOWS. I'VE REPLACED THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IN THE STEERING COLUMN TWICE IN THAT SAME PERIOD OF TIME. THE MOST RECENT TIME HAD NO EFFECT ON THE FUSES BLOWING. *TR
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-09-14
- VIN: 1GCCS1442T8
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: RECALL ON WIPER MOTOR ON 1996 CHEVROLET S-10 PICKUP WAS DONE IN THE EARLY 90'S. WHENEVER IT RAINS NOW, WIPERS DON'T TURN OFF RIGHT AWAY. I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM BEFORE I HAD RECALL DONE, AND WAS OK UNTIL JUST RECENTLY. *JB
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-01-16
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: TAILGATE CABLE LEFT SIDE BROKE. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-08-17
- VIN: 1GCCS144XT8
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: I BOUGHT MY TRUCK NEW. I HAVE HAD THE TIMING CHAIN REPLACED ONCE, AND HAVE TO HAVE IT REPLACED AGAIN. IT HAS BEEN PARKED FOR THE LAST YEAR. I HAVE BEEN TOLD ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THAT THIS SHOULD NOT OF HAPPENED. THIS TRUCK IS 11 YRS OLD BUT HAS LESS THEN 75000 MILES. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-05-30
- VIN: 1GCCT19W5TK
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE RADIATOR OVERHEATED, AND THE TEMPERATE GAUGE WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE RED LINE. THERE WAS YELLOW FLUID THAT OVERFLOWED FROM THE RESERVOIR AND HAD RUSTED THE RADIATOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SERVICE DEALER WHO REFUSED TO FLUSH THE RADIATOR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT ALERTED.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-10-18
- VIN: 1GNDT13W3T2
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: I HAVE REPLACED MY HEADLIGHT SWITCH 3 TIMES NOW, THE 2ND TIME I WOULD DRIVE AND HEADLIGHTS WOULD FLASH HIGH AND LOW LIKE A POLICE CAR, NOW MY DAY TIME HEADLAMPS DO NOT WORK? INCIDENT DATES ARE NOT CORRECT NOT SURE. *NM
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-04-29
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 1GCDT19X1T8
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE KNEELING ON THE TAILGATE BOTH CABLES BROKE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THE CABLES WERE REPLACED. THERE IS A NHTSA RECALL, # 06V066000, REGARDING THE TAILGATE CABLES. THE VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEMS AS INDICATED IN THE RECALL; HOWEVER IT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO THE VIN. UPDATED 3/28/2006 - *NM
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-01-10
- VIN: 1GCCS19X2TK
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE SIDE MIRRORS ON THE DOORS WERE LOOSE AT THE BASE. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED BOTH MIRROR ASSEMBLIES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.*AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-06-01
- VIN: 1GCCS1449T8
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: I READ WITH GREAT INTEREST TODAY THAT GM IS RECALLING SEVERAL PICKUPS AND SUVS FOR THE INADVERTENT APPLICATION OF ABS IN LOW SPEED STOPS. I WAS SURPRISED, HOWEVER, THAT MY VEHICLE WAS NOT NAMED. I DRIVE A 1996 CHEVY S-10 PICKUP, AND, ON THREE OCCASIONS, HAVE HAD THE ABS 'KICK IN' WHEN DOING A VERY GRADUAL STOP AT SLOW SPEEDS ON DRY PAVEMENT. TWICE I ALMOST REAR ENDED THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. ONCE THERE WAS NO ONE AND I MERELY DRIFTED INTO THE INTERSECTION BY A FEW FEET. I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THAT YOU INCREASE THE SCOPE OF YOUR INVESTIGATION TO INCLUDE MY YEAR AND MODEL OF VEHICLE, AS IT SOUNDS LIKE IT IS SUBJECT TO THE SAME PROBLEMS THAT HAVE DRIVEN YOUR CURRENT RECALL. V/R, KEN ZEMACH. *NM
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-07-26
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GCDT14X6T8
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: DT: THE CONSUMER STATED 1996 CHEVROLET S-10 WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH. UPON IMPACT, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE TRUCK WAS HIT BY A TRACTOR TRAILER. DRIVER SUSTAINED SEVERE INJURIES, INCLUDING WHIPLASH, A SWOLLEN HEAD, CUT AND SCRAPS, FACIAL ABRASIONS, AND INJURIES TO THE CHEST/LEGS/STOMACH AND A BLACK EYE. THE SEAT BELTS DID CONTAIN THE DRIVER TO THE SEAT. THE DRIVER HAD MARKS ON THE STOMACH LEFT FROM THE SEAT BELT. BUT, THE SEAT BELTS ON THE DRIVER SAVED HIM FROM FALLING OUT OF THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER HIT THE STEERING WHEEL WITH HIS FACE ON THE LEFT SIDE. THE BACK WINDOW WAS SHATTERED AND FRONT WINDOW BUSTED, AND THE DOOR CAME OPEN. . THE CONSUMER WAS TAKEN TO AN URGENT CARE FACILITY. THE SECURITY AND SAFETY FOR CONSUMER'S COMPANY TOOK CARE OF THE ACCIDENT, AND DID NOT CALL THE POLICE. THE COMPANY PREPAIRED A REPORT AND HAD PICTURES. *AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-07-01
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GCCS19X4T8
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING A CHEVY S-10 WHEN A LADY PULLED IN FRONT OF ME. I WAS DOING THE SPEED LIMIT OF ABOUT 55-60 MPH. I ENDED UP HITTING HER CAR AND IN TURN MY TRUCK ROLLED OVER SEVERAL (6-10) TIMES. THE WHOLE TRUCK FROM BUMPER TO BUMPER AND SIDE TO SIDE AND TOP TO BOTTOM WAS DESTROYED. THE TRUCK WAS TOTALED. THE SEATBELT DID ITS JOB BUT NO AIRBAG CAME OUT. I BOUGHT THE TRUCK USED FROM A LOCAL CAR DEALER HERE IN CONCORD 2 YEARS AGO. I AM VERY BRUISED AND CUT AND VERY UPSET THAT JUST MAYBE IF THAT AIRBAG HAD WORKED I WOULD NOT HAVE GOTTEN ALL THAT GLASS ALONG WITH EVERYTHING ELSE FLYING MY WAY. I KNOW THAT AN AIRBAG WORKS WHEN IT IS HIT JUST RIGHT, BUT AS I STATED THERE IS NO PART ON THAT TRUCK THAT WAS NOT HIT INCLUDING THE FRONT BUMPER AS IT IS ALMOST OFF THE TRUCK. THE INSURANCE COMPANY IS TAKING CONTROL OF THE TRUCK AS WE SPEAK BUT THERE ARE NUMEROUS PICTURES AND WITNESSES TO THIS. I JUST WANT TO KNOW IF SOMETHING WAS WRONG AND THAT I DID NOT PUT ALL MY SAFETY ASSURANCES INTO THIS AIRBAG. THANK-YOU FOR YOUR TIME. CHRISTINE FLORO
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-06-15
- VIN: 1GCCS1947TK
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: DT: ONE OF THE CIRCUIT BOARD SHORTED OUT, AND THE VEHICLE WILL NOT START. EVERYTIME STARTING THE VEHICLE SMOKE COMES OUT OF THE VEHICLE, AND ONE CAN SMELL BURNING PLASTIC. SATURDAY GOT THE OIL CHANGED AND DIDN'T NOTICE ANY PROBLEMS.*AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-04-14
- VIN: 1GCCS14X8T8
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE BUNGY THAT HOLDS THE SPARE TIRE IN PLACE GAVE WAY, RELEASING THE SPARE TIRE.*AK *SB *NM
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-05-21
- VIN: 1GCDT14W8T8
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: 1) THE HEAD LIGHTS ON MY 1996 CHEVROLET S10 HAVE NEVER WORKED RIGHT. AT FIRST, WHEN I TURNED ON THE IGH BEAMS, THEY WOULD STAY ON FOR LESS THAN A MINUTE, THEN I WOULD LOSE THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS AND THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS WOULD COME ON. THIS SITUATION IS GETTING STEADILY WORSE. NOW THE LOW BEAMS ARE EXHIBITING THE SAME PROBLEM. 2) THE HEADLIGHTS DON'T WORK, MEANING THAT I CAN'T DRIVE IT AT NIGHT OR WHEN IT RAINS. STATE LAW REQUIRES THAT THE HEADLIGHTS BE ON WHEN YOU USE THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS. 3) I HAVE SPENT THOUSANDS TRYING TO GET THIS PROBLEM CORRECTED, BUT THE SERVICE PERSONNEL JUST TAKE THE MONEY AND NEVER SOLVE THE PROBLEM.
Negative 1996 Chevrolet S-10 car reviews
Positive 1996 Chevrolet S-10 car reviews
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Nice truck! I would definitely recommend the V6 vortec, it makes driving so much more fun. Also, without 4wd it can be a bit rough in the snow.
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This is such an awesome little truck! It's great for everything, especially in the snow - it slides around corners nicely and does great in the mud (I've never gotten stuck). However, it's not the best when it comes to rivers and bridges. On the bright side, parts for this truck are extremely cheap!
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Many other reviews on this site rate this truck poorly, but let's take a closer look at their complaints. Some of them may seem a bit unreasonable. It's important to keep in mind that regular maintenance is crucial for any vehicle's longevity. If you use your vehicle heavily, you may encounter some issues, but that's normal wear and tear. Speaking from personal experience, I have a 96 s-10 that wasn't used heavily and was maintained properly, and I haven't had a single problem with it. If you're looking for a powerful truck, I highly recommend getting one with a v6. You won't be disappointed - this thing can really move!
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Purchased in '02 with 107,000 miles, now has 165,000 miles with no trouble other than alternator, tires, brake pads (normal wearing items). Of course, I do all the normal maintenance that is supposed to be done since I have over 15 years of experience as an auto mechanic.
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The quality of your vehicle is superb! It's great to hear that you've had virtually no trouble with it in the 8 years you've owned it.
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Elroy Hammes 2024-10-01
Hi there! I wanted to share my experience with a 4cyl truck that I bought back in 1999. It used to be a company truck and had a few issues like the A/C not working and it had been in an accident before being sold. At the time, it was the only thing I could afford. However, I found that it wasn't the best choice for anything other than work purposes. I ended up having to replace the engine due to highway usage, as well as the clutch, slave cylinder, master clutch cylinder, driver seat, and the power brake is starting to go out. If you're looking for more reliability, I would recommend buying a full-size truck, whether it be a Chevy or Ford. Hope this helps!
Chris Dickens 2024-06-25
Hi there! I am the original owner of my 4wd ext. cab ZR2 with 100K mi as of 12/05, and I have to say, it has been a blast to drive off road and to haul stuff with. However, there have been a few major repairs that have cost quite a bit of money: Tranny at 50K mi, fuel pump, pwr window motor & switches, 6 batteries, oil leaks, two A/C units, two alternators, electrical problems, idler pulley and recently some ignition system problems. Despite all of this, the 4.3L Vortec V6 has been strong and burns no oil. Although it only gets 16 MPG on the highway, it is still a great vehicle for off-roading and hauling. I'm convinced the ABS never worked right in spite of at least 3 recalls/bulletins, but overall, I still love my truck!
Ewell Kerluke 2024-06-09
The S10 had a 4.3 V6 engine and a 5-speed manual transmission. Unfortunately, the front brake pads and Delco batteries did not last very long on this truck. The battery had to be replaced three times in just six years. Major issues began to arise at around 45,000 miles, starting with the alternator dying. At 50,000 miles, the transmission failed. However, the dealership was able to replace the transmission, clutch, and slave cylinder with a new one. A couple of months later, the AC stopped working. Unfortunately, about 14 months after having the new transmission put in, it started to malfunction again. Despite regular maintenance and careful driving, this truck experienced several issues.
Evan Larson 2024-05-25
I have experienced multiple issues with this vehicle, including 3 rear main seal leaks, 2 oil pan leaks, and 9 rear pinion seal leaks, which unfortunately continue to persist.
Hubert Hirthe 2024-05-20
Hey there! I just wanted to let you know that some Chevy trucks were shipped with a faulty head gasket and a few other issues that can cause some thumping noises. Unfortunately, the 2.2L engine doesn't have a lot of power. On the bright side, my old '88 Chevy (which I sold to a friend) is still running strong with over 250k miles! However, I am currently at 150k miles and need to rebuild everything. Just wanted to give you a heads up!