1996 Chevrolet S10 fuel system, gasoline problems
18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the fuel system, gasoline on the 1996 Chevrolet S10 — 3% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“While driving, the brake line leaked. As a result, the pedal became mushy and was unable to grab. The dealer stated the fuel tank was designed too close together, therefore, dirt settled on the line and caused rusting. *ak the front brake pads and rear brake shoes were installed on the vehicle…”
filed Nov 10, 2003
“Fuel leak at #4 injector dripping onto exhaust manifold. Extreme fire hazard! I am a certified master mechanic and I am going to fix this my self. There is a recall on this vehicle with this engine but the chevy dealer said it was not for this vin #[xxx] (1996 chevy s10 pu 2.2 liter engine). *la…”
filed Nov 1, 2003
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Fuel System, Gasoline problems in other S10 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 S10 | 10 | 6% |
| 2002 S10 | 14 | 7% |
| 2001 S10 | 18 | 6% |
| 2000 S10 | 22 | 5% |
| 1999 S10 | 6 | 3% |
| 1998 S10 | 12 | 2% |
| 1997 S10 | 26 | 6% |
| 1995 S10 | 34 | 4% |
| 1994 S10 | 38 | 4% |
| 1993 S10 | 19 | 8% |
| 1992 S10 | 12 | 7% |
| 1991 S10 | 10 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1996 Chevrolet S10
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.