1996 Chevrolet S-10 Problems
Above Average Complaints
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 1996 Chevrolet S-10.
Complaints
6
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 1996 Chevrolet S-10 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#11 complaints
ENGINE
Avg mileage:3,000 mi
#21 complaints
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Avg mileage:86,000 mi
#31 complaints
POWER TRAIN
Avg mileage:3,000 mi
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1996 Chevrolet S-10.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE | 1 | — | — | 3,000 mi | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | 1 | — | — | 86,000 mi | |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 | — | — | 3,000 mi | |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 1 | — | — | 99,000 mi | |
| STEERING | 1 | — | — | 3,000 mi | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 | — | — | 3,000 mi |
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