1996 Chevrolet G30: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1996 Chevrolet G30: 4 recalls, 7 owner complaints.
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Recalls
4 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 2 equipment/tire recalls that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Suspension Vehicle recall #96V092000 · 1996 · 105 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: This condition could result in sudden loss of vehicle control increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix: Dealers will replace the four rear axle u-bolts on the affected vehicles.
Tires Vehicle recall #96V117000 · 1996 · 5,773 vehicles
What's wrong: These tires have bead damage which occured during tire mounting.
Why it matters: 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…
The fix: Dealers will demount each tire and inspect for bead damage. If bead damage is found, the tire will be replaced.
Electrical Vehicle recall #96V186000 · 1996 · 20,689 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: 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…
Steering Vehicle recall #96V187000 · 1996 · 8,340 vehicles
What's wrong: The steering linkage assemby contains a relay rod tapered-stud attachment nut that was not torqued to proper specifications.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Dealers will remove the existing crimped nut and install a new nut torqued to specifications.
2 aftermarket equipment / tire recalls replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Fuel system Equipment recall #06E043000 · 2006 · 88,303 vehicles
What's wrong: 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…
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006.
Equipment Equipment recall #07E088000 · 2007 · 121,680 vehicles
What's wrong: 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…
Why it matters: This condition May cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (hydraulic) (5): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (2).
- Steering (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 1996 Chevrolet G30 has 7 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 12 G30 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 5). Complaints peaked in 2001 (3 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old. Neighboring years: 1995 (21 complaints, 2 recalls), 1997 (4 complaints, 0 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 1996 Chevrolet G30 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 vehicle recalls for the 1996 Chevrolet G30, plus 2 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1996 Chevrolet G30 problems?
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (hydraulic) (5), steering (1), transmission & drivetrain (1).
Where can I get a 1996 Chevrolet G30 repair manual?
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