1996 Gmc Sonoma 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 Gmc Sonoma problems
Based on complaints from owners of the GMC Sonoma 1996, common problems include issues with the fuel system, brakes, seats, visibility, equipment, transmission, electrical, and lighting. Here is a detailed breakdown of each problem:
- Fuel System: The GMC Sonoma 1996 has faced issues related to the fuel system. This problem can impact the vehicle's performance and efficiency, leading to potential safety concerns.
- Brakes: Brake problems are another common complaint among owners of the GMC Sonoma 1996. Brake issues can compromise the vehicle's ability to stop effectively, posing a significant safety risk.
- Seats: Complaints regarding seats suggest that there may be issues with the comfort, functionality, or safety of the seats in the GMC Sonoma 1996. Seat problems can affect the overall driving experience and passenger safety.
- Visibility: Visibility problems can include issues with the windshield, mirrors, or other components that affect the driver's ability to see clearly while operating the vehicle. Poor visibility can lead to accidents and safety hazards.
- Equipment: Complaints related to equipment may involve various components of the vehicle, such as the audio system, air conditioning, or other features. Equipment problems can impact the convenience and functionality of the GMC Sonoma 1996.
- Transmission: Transmission issues can cause the vehicle to shift gears improperly, leading to performance issues and potential safety risks. Addressing transmission problems is crucial for the overall functionality of the GMC Sonoma 1996.
- Electrical: Electrical problems can manifest in various ways, affecting the vehicle's lights, power windows, or other electrical components. These issues can be frustrating for owners and may require professional attention to resolve.
- Lighting: Lighting problems can include issues with headlights, taillights, or interior lighting. Proper lighting is essential for safe driving, especially in low-light conditions.
These common problems reported by owners of the GMC Sonoma 1996 highlight the importance of regular maintenance and prompt attention to any issues that arise to ensure the vehicle's safety and performance.
1996 Gmc Sonoma car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Gmc Sonoma 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 Gmc Sonoma vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1996 Gmc Sonoma
The NHTSA has received 171 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1996 Gmc Sonoma. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1996 Gmc Sonoma vehicles.
2014-09-08
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-09-29
- VIN: 1GTCS19X8T8
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON. IT TURNS OFF SOMETIMES FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES OR FEWER MINUTES. NO REPAIR SHOP CAN DETERMINE HOW TO REPAIR THIS ISSUE. WHEN THE AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON THE AIR BAG WOULD NOT OPERATE THAT'S WHAT I HAVE READ. IS THERE A RECALL ON THE AIR BAG LIGHT? OR IS THERE A FIX FOR THIS ISSUE? *TR
2009-10-08
INTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-04-15
- VIN: 1GTCS1945T8
- Components: INTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: FUSE BLOWS TO INTERIOR LIGHTS, BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY HORN. *TR
2007-09-21
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-06-01
- VIN: 1GTDT19W2T8
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 GMC SONOMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STRAPS THAT SUPPORT THE TAILGATE FAILED. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF FAILURE. NO REPAIRS WERE MADE. THE DEALER INFORMATION WAS UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 152,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 150,000. UPDATED 12/12/2007 *BF UPDATED 12/12/07 *TR
2007-07-26
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-07-06
- VIN: 1GTCS1446TK
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 GMC SONOMA. WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES AT 55 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL EXTENDED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS APPLIED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS A MECHANIC AND HE REPLACED THE FRONT BRAKE LINE FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL. THE FAILURE WAS CORRECTED TEMPORARILY. HOWEVER, TWENTY MILES LATER, THE FAILURE RECURRED WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH. THE BRAKE LINE FOR THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WAS REPLACED. THE ROAD CONDITIONS WERE NORMAL DURING BOTH FAILURES. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 97V146001 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS). THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 105,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 104,980.
2007-04-12
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-04-12
- VIN: 1GTCS1448T8
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
- Summary: FUEL LINE LEAKING . *AK
2006-12-29
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-12-26
- VIN: 1GTCS1947T8
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: TL* - THE CONTACT CALLED CONCERNING A SERVICE BULLETIN REGARDING WINDSHIELD WIPER WASHER MOTOR. THE BULLETIN HAS A PRODUCT RECALL. THE CONTACT HAS BEEN TOLD BY GMC THAT THE CAR WAS NOT A PART OF THE RECALL\ DUE TO THE VIN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORK INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL EITHER STAY UP IN THE AIR, WON'T WORK AT ALL, OR SHUT OFF BY THEMSELVES. THE LAST INCIDENT WAS ON DECEMBER 26, 2006. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PROBLEM WITH THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS BEGAN IN JULY 2006. THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALER, AND THEY GAVE HER A SERVICE REQUEST NO. 71-463971283, AND THEN THE DEALER DENIED IT. *AK
2006-11-16
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-11-14
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH UNDER NORMAL BRAKING ON WET ROADS, THE ABS LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE HAD AN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. THE DEALER EXAMINED THE VEHICLE AND DETERMINED THE THREE SENSORS HAD TO BE REPLACED, BUT WERE NOT CERTAIN THAT THE REPLACEMENT WOULD CORRECT THE PROBLEM. THE VEHICLE WAS CURRENTLY AT THE DEALER FOR FURTHER REPAIRS. THE CONTACT ENCOUNTERED NHTSA RECALL # 99I006000 REGARDING THE SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: ANTILOCK.
2006-09-12
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-09-11
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: 1996 GMAC SONOMA AIR BAG SENSOR RIVET FAILURE. FOUND DRIVERS SIDE SENSOR HANGING FROM ELECTRICAL LEAD, WHEN I INSPECTED THE MOUNTING AREA I FOUND THAT THE TWO RIVETS THAT SECURE THE SENSOR WERE SHEARED OFF. I INSPECTED THE OTHER SENSOR MOUNTING AND FOUND THAT ONE OF THE TWO RIVETS WAS ALSO SHEARED OFF. NO FRONT END IMPACT HAD OCCURRED AND NO INDICATIONS WERE NOTED. *JB
2004-05-11
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-12-07
- VIN: 1GTCS1334T8
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: MY ENGINE HAS BEEN SURGING, SLOW START, RATTLING, ROUGH IDLE, HARD SHIFTING, AND I HAVE HAD THE TRASMISSION REPLACED 3 TIMES. MY DEALER TOLD ME AFTER AN INSPECTION THAT THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG, BUT IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY AT THE TIME. GO FIGURE! I HAVE PROOF OF THE NEW TRASMISSIONS. NOW THE COMPRESSOR IS CRACKED, AND IT WILL NOT HOLD COOLANT, AND I CAN HARDLY GET THE TRUCK GOING AFTER SITTING ALL NIGHT. THESE REPAIRS ARE COSTING ALOT OF MONEY, AND I AM STILL PAYING FOR THIS TRUCK. IT IS NOT WORTH THE COST OF REPAIRS.
2004-02-19
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-02-01
- VIN: 1GTCS19X6TK
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
- Summary: ABS ANTI-BRAKE SYSTEM HAS FAILED. LIGHT CONTINUOUSLY STAYS ON. ANALYSIS HAS DETERMINED THAT THREE OF THE FOUR SENSORS ARE BAD. VEHICLE HAS ONLY 40,000 MILES ON IT. ALSO ANALYSIS HAS DETERMINED THAT THE CATALICTIC CONVERTER IS DEFECTIVE, CAUSING THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON "LIGHT" TO BE ON CONTINUOUSLY.
2004-01-24
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-06-18
- VIN: 1GTCS1440TK
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: MY TIMING TENSIONER KEEPS WEARING OUT AFTER ABOUT 15,000 MILES, IT STARTED WHEN I BOUGHT MY TRUCK IN 96 AROUND 25,000 MILES I NOTICE A TICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE,I TOOK THE TRUCK IS TO THE SERVICE DEPT. THEY TOLD ME I WAS USING THE WRONG OIL FILTER,HA HA. THEY DID SOMETHING TO THE TRUCK BUT THE TICKING STOP UNTIL 36,000 MILES AND THEN MY WARRANTY WAS GONE. I HAVE REPLACED THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER 7 TIMES SINCE I BOUGHT THE TRUCK. I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEM WITH THIS TRUCK EVER SINCE MY WARRANTY HAD EXPIRED,THE TENSIONER BROKE ONE TIME WHEN I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY,BENT TWO VALVES,AND A HEAD JOB LATER STILL HAVING PROBLEMS. TO ME IT LOOKS LIKE I MAY HAVE BOUGHT A LEMON. THIS MAY NOT BE ON ALL TRUCKS BUT IT SURE HAS HAPPEN TO MINE. ITS LIKE THE TIMING SYSTEM DOES NOT LINE UP. TO WEAR THE TENSIONER IN SUCH A SHORT TIME. I HAVE REPLACED WITH GM PARTS. *LA
2003-09-23
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-23
- VIN: 1GTCS1448TK
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE ENGINE HAS A MISS IN IT SOMETIMES IT WILL QUIT AND YOU HAVE TO WAIT A HALF HOUR FOR IT TO START AGAIN WE HAVE PUT A NEW COIL, FUEL PUMP, FUEL FILTER, AND A MODULE IT DID NOT FIX IT. WHAT CAN I DO TO FIX IT.
2003-09-03
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-09-03
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD WIPER COMES ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY WHILE TRAVELING IN INCLEMENT WEATHER. *AK
2003-05-02
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-04-29
- VIN: 1GTCS1946TK
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE CABLE THAT HELD THE SPARE TIRE BROKE WHILE DRIVING WHICH CAUSED THE TIRE TO BOUNCE DOWN THE ROAD. *NLM
2003-04-04
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-03-14
- VIN: 1GTDT19X4T8
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: 1996 GMC SONOMA - INTERMITTENT BRAKE LIGHTS AND FOUR-WAY FLASHERS. DEFECTIVE MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH IN STEERING COLUMN. *JB
2003-02-26
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-02-01
- VIN: 1GTCS19WXT8
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM AS STATED IN RECALL # 96V035000, HOWEVER THE VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. *JB
2003-02-26
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-06-01
- VIN: 1GTCS19WXT8
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THE BRAKE SYSTEM LEAKED FLUID WHICH CAUSED EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE, THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS REPLACED, HOWEVER THE PROBLEM RECURRED.*JB
2003-02-13
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Crash: 1
- VIN: NOT AVAILAB
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: CONSUMER LOSS CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND HIT A TREE, AND THE AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY.*JB
2002-12-04
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-12-04
- VIN: 1GTCS144XT8
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WIPERS HAVE BEEN INTERMIDENTLY FAILING OVER A SEVERAL YEAR PERIOD BUT NOW HAS BECOME MORE FREQUENT AND LAST LONGER. DT
2002-11-08
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: CONSUMER NOTICE WHILE SHIFTING VEHICLE INTO REVERSE VEHICLE WAS NOT GAINING ANY POWER. VEHICLE WAS SERVICE TECHNICIAN NOTICE THAT TRANSMISSION WAS OVER HEAT. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. TS
2002-10-30
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-10-17
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GTCS1948T8
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AND WITH NO WARNING THE WINDSHIELD WIPER WORKED INTERMITTENTLY. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS POSSIBLE ELECTRICAL FAILURE CAUSED WIPERS TO FAIL MOSTLY DURING RAINY WEATHER. *TT
2002-10-04
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-09-30
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GTCS194XTA
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: VEHICLE INVOLVED IN FRONTAL COLLISION, NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. *MRCONSUMER CALLED GM AND THEY INFORMED CONSUMER THAT FROM THE DESCRIPTION OF THE ACCIDENT THE AIR BAGS WOULD NOT HAVE DEPLYED BECAUSE IT WASN'T A FRONTAL COLLISION. *JG
2002-08-08
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-07-07
- Fire: 1
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM VEHICLE., AND VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. VEHICLED CHECKED BY DEALER, WHO DETERMINED THAT COOLANT WAS LEAKING FROM CYLINDER ONTO HEAD GASKET.*AK
2002-08-02
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-07-26
- Crash: 1
- VIN: PLEASE FILL
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION OF 50 MPH IMPACT AND NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
2002-05-06
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-02-03
- VIN: 1GTCT19W5TK
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: CONSUMER STATED VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS AS INDICATED IN RECALL 98-V-15-001; BUT THIS VEHICLE NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK *YH
1996 Gmc Sonoma recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 9 recalls for different components of the 1996 Gmc Sonoma.
2007-03-12
- Manufacturer: DELPHI
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
- Summary: CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
- Consequence: FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
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).
1999-07-19
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN 4-WHEEL DRIVE PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ABS (ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM) MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 1989 THROUGH AUGUST 1996. UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS THE SWITCH WHICH SIGNALS THE ABS SYSTEM WHETHER THE VEHICLE IS IN 2-WHEEL OR 4-WHEEL DRIVE CAN MALFUNCTION CAUSING INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES DURING ABS STOPS WHILE IN THE TWO-WHEEL DRIVE MODE.
- Consequence: IF THIS OCCURRED AT A TIME WHEN MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE WAS REQUIRED, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE OR REPAIR THE 4-WHEEL/2-WHEEL DRIVE SWITCH.
1999-07-19
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
- Summary: THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, OR MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3-SENSOR ABS (ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM) EBC4 UNITS.
- Consequence: THESE VEHICLES CAN EXPERIENCE EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCES DURING ABS STOPS ON CERTAIN MULTIPLE SURFACES, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE COMPUTER PROGRAM WHICH OPERATES THE ABS UNIT ON SOME VEHICLES, OR REPLACE THE COMPUTER ON OTHERS TO IMPROVE THE PERFORMANCE OF THE ABS ON THESE SURFACES.
1998-07-01
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, 2 AND 4-WHEEL DRIVE. SOLDER JOINTS NEAR THE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR CAN CRACK CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS TO WORK INTERMITTENTLY.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN INOPERATIVE WIPERS, REDUCING A DRIVER'S VISIBILITY, AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIPER MOTOR CIRCUIT BOARD AND COVER.
1997-09-11
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PASSENGER PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 4.3L ENGINES. THE FRONT BRAKE LINE CAN CONTACT THE LEFT-HAND SIDE OF THE ENGINE OIL PAN CAUSING THE BRAKE LINE TO WEAR TO THE POINT OF BRAKE FLUID LOSS DURING BRAKE APPLICATION.
- Consequence: BRAKE FLUID LOSS CAN REDUCE BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS AND INCREASE STOPPING DISTANCES RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE OIL PAN AND THE BRAKE LINE. IF THE CLEARANCE IS 6MM OR LESS, DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL BRAKE LINE CLIP AND IF THERE WAS CONTACT BETWEEN THE OIL PAN AND BRAKE LINE, THE FRONT BRAKE LINE WILL BE REPLACED.
1997-06-12
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: EXTENDED CAB PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 60/40 FRONT BENCH SEATS AND EXTENDED CAB PICKUP TRUCKS AND 2-DOOR UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL LOCKING RECLINER BUCKET SEATS. THE OUTBOARD SAFETY BELT WEBBING ON THE DRIVER'S AND/OR PASSENGER'S SEAT CAN SEPARATE DURING A FRONTAL IMPACT.
- Consequence: IF A SEPARATION OCCURRED AND THERE WERE SECONDARY CRASH EVENTS OR VEHICLE ROLLOVER, THERE WOULD BE NO BELT RESTRAINT OF THE OCCUPANT AND INCREASED INJURIES COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A PROTECTIVE COVER OVER THE RECLINER MECHANISM.
1997-01-27
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
- Summary: THE TOP COAT PAINT SEVERELY PEELS DUE TO OVERBAKING OF THE POWDER PRIMER PRIOR TO THE TOP COAT APPLICATION. SINCE THE WINDSHIELD PRIMER AND ADHESIVE ADHERE TO THE TOP COAT PAINT ONTHE WINDSHIELD OPENING FLANGE, THE WINDSHIELD DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, "WINDSHIELD MOUNTING."
- Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE WINDSHIELD MAY NOT STAY IN PLACE AS REQUIRED BY FMVSS NO. 212.
- Remedy: ALL VEHICLES HAVE BEEN REPURCHASED. THIS CAMPAIGN IS 100%.
1996-02-22
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
- Summary: SOME OF THESE TRUCKS WERE BUILT WITH TRANSMISSIONS CONTAINING PARTS WHICH WERE NOT MACHINED TO GM'S SPECIFICATIONS.
- Consequence: THESE TRANSMISSIONS COULD SEIZE AND LOCK THE REAR DRIVE WHEELS WHILE THE TRUCK IS BEING DRIVEN CAUSING A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
- 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.
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