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1996 Chevrolet C20 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1996 Chevrolet C20. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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1996 Chevrolet C20 recalls, newest first

March 7, 1997NHTSA 97V037000624,433 vehicles potentially affected

Seats

Summary
Vehicle description: extended cab and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with reclining seats and the easy-entry feature. These vehicles exhibit a condition in which a pinch point exists in the recliner mechanism that can trap and pinch a person's hand or finger(s) when the easy-entry feature is activated.
Consequence
This pinching can cut the hand or possibly sever the finger(s) without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will install a protector cover over the recliner mechanism.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

May 7, 1996NHTSA 96V08200016,918 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Rear › Springs › Leaf spring assembly › U-bolt, leaf spring to axle

Summary
The four u-bolts nuts on either side of the rear axle were under-torqued.
Consequence
Vehicle usage could cause the nuts to loosen and eventually fall off the u-bolt. This could result in sudden loss of vehicle control increasing the potential for a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will check the u-bolt nut torque and re-torque any loose u-bolts to specification.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 4, 1996NHTSA 96V057000379,004 vehicles potentially affected

Vehicle speed control

Summary
These vehicles were assembled with the throttle cable contacting the dash mat which could bind the throttle. This does not meet with the maximum return times required by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems."
Consequence
Consequence of non-compliance: the engine speed may not return to idle increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect for adequate throttle cable to dash mat clearance, and if there is insufficient clearance, cut out a portion of the dash mat to provide proper clearance.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 25, 1996NHTSA 96E0100002,400 vehicles potentially affected

Seats

  • Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed
Summary
The seat recliner to seat frame attaching bolts on these vehicles could loosen, fatigue and fracture, allowing the seat back to suddenly recline.
Consequence
If this were to occur to the driver's seat, this could result in a sudden loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will remove all foam and/or fabric sandwiched between the recliner assembly and the seat frame, install washers between the seat recliner and the seat frame at each attachment point, and install new attaching bolts torqued to a higher specification. These corrections will be made to both the driver's and passenger's seats.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 28, 1995NHTSA 95V243000623 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary
Certain trucks have fuel rail assemblies with an improperly crimped end retainer clip that results in a fuel leak.
Consequence
If fuel leakage occurs and an ignition source is present, an engine compartment fire could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel rail assembly and replace any fuel rail assembly with a julian date code of 95318 through 95338.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1996 Chevrolet C20 were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

Other Chevrolet C20 years

Other 1996 Chevrolet models

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  1. 1996 Dodge Caravan (16 recalls)
  2. 1996 Honda Civic (16 recalls)
  3. 1996 Dodge Ram (14 recalls)
  4. 1996 Plymouth Voyager (13 recalls)
  5. 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (13 recalls)
All of 1996’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 1996 Chevrolet C20 have any recalls?
5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: seats, suspension, vehicle speed control, fuel system, gasoline. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1996 Chevrolet C20 recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Chevrolet dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1996 Chevrolet C20?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.