VIN Vehicle Report

1996 Chevrolet 1500 4x2 ext silverado

2GCEC19R3T1209228

Vehicle history report for the 1996 Chevrolet 1500 4x2 ext silverado (VIN 2GCEC19R3T1209228). White, pickup, 5.7L 8-cyl, gasoline. 142,834 mi reported. Registered in Ca. No NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.

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🧰 Factory warranty & equipment

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  • Standard equipment & coloursWhat this trim came with from the factory, and the colours it was offered in
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🚨 Recalls on this VIN

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At a glance

Reported mileage142,834 mi
LocationCa, USA
ColorWhite
Last listed price$1,550
Recall campaignsNone

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make
Chevrolet
Model
1500
Year
1996
Trim
4x2 ext silverado
Body style
Pickup
Vehicle type
TRUCK
Engine
5.7L 8-cyl
Displacement
5.7 L
Cylinders
8
Fuel type
Gasoline
Drivetrain
4x2
Assembly plant
OSHAWA TRUCK, ONTARIO, CANADA
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS LLC

🧾 Window sticker / build sheet → All 1996 Chevrolet 1500 data →

📋 All factory specifications on file5 more fields from the manufacturer's VIN record (NHTSA vPIC)

⚙️ Engine, fuel & battery

Engine manufacturerWRN

📐 Body, chassis & dimensions

Body cab typeExtra/Super/Quad/Double/King/Extended
Brake system typeHydraulic

🏭 Manufacturing & other

Plant company nameNA-Canada - Truck
Series2Conventional Cab

Values are as reported by the manufacturer for this VIN pattern; blank or "not applicable" fields are omitted.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 2

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.

This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.

Bulletin 17-NA-073 · Equipment · Feb 2023

Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules

Bulletin 130089009 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Sep 2013

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the 1500. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Safety recall campaigns None on record

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1996 Chevrolet 1500.

These are NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year, last checked 4 Nov 2026. They don't show whether this particular car has had the repair done — check this VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on all 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1996 Chevrolet 1500, here are the most-reported problem areas — and what to check before you buy.

💥 1 involved a crash 🔥 1 involved a fire 🚑 1 reported injury

Fuel System 6 reports

🔍 Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

Gasoline 5 reports

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Service Brakes 4 reports

🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Engine And Engine Cooling 3 reports

🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

Visibility 3 reports

🔍 Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.

Power Train 2 reports

🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

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Owner complaints 20

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 1996 Chevrolet 1500.

SERVICE BRAKES

VEHICAL IS ONE FAMILY OWNER, HAS 76000 MILES ON IT. BRAKES ARE VERY BAD, HAVE REPLACED ALL HYDROLICS, PADS HOSES DISC AND DRUMS, VEHICLE ON BRAKE APPLICATION WILL SHAKE VERY BAD, AND ALSO WILL JERK THE STEERING WHEEL BACK AND FORTH. DEALER HAS VEHICLE NOW FOR AT LEAST 8 TIMES TO TRY AND FIX. VERY DANGEROUS TRUCK, CANNOT BE TRUSTED.CALIPERS WERE REPLACED ALSO…

NHTSA ODI #10779054

SERVICE BRAKES

I WAS DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AND WAS GETTING OFF AT A EXIT RAMP AND I PRESSED ON THE BRAKE PAD THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND I DID NOT HAVE BRAKES AT THAT POINT AND ALMOST HIT THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME I FINALY CAME TO A STOP AND CHECKED TO SEE WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS AND SEEN BRAKE FLUID EVERYWHERE UNDER THE WHEEL WELL I CAREFULLY DROVE IT HOME TAKING BACK ROA…

NHTSA ODI #10732711

SERVICE BRAKES

WENT TO DRIVE VEHICLE WHEN I NOTICED PEDAL WHEN TO FLOOR. UPON INSPECTION NOTICED THAT THE BRAKE LINES NEAR THE REAR OF VEHICLE INSIDE FRAME NEAR THE FUEL TANK WAS RUSTED COMPLETELY. THIS VEHICLE IS WELL MAINTAINED AND LOOKS PERFECT BESIDES RUSTED BRAKE LINES. *TR

NHTSA ODI #10713931

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

I HAVE A 1996 CHEVROLET C1500 ORIGINALLY EQUIPPED WITH A 5 LITER WHICH WAS REPLACED WITH A 5.7 LITER. I REPLACED THE FUEL PUMP AND SENDING UNIT DUE TO THE OLD PART WAS NO LONGER GOOD. WITHIN 2 MONTHS THE NEW PART SHORTED OUT, FRYING ONE OF THE WIRES ON THE INSIDE PART OF SENDING UNIT, INSIDE THE FUEL TANK. I AGAIN REPLACED THE PART THINKING I HAD BOUGHT A DE…

NHTSA ODI #10541964

POWER TRAIN

I JUST BOUGHT THIS TRUCK ON CRAIGSLIST AND WHEN I GOT IT HOME IT WOULDN'T BACK UP OR SHIFT IN TO SECOND GEAR RIGHT SO I AM HAVING THE TRANNY REBUILT NOW WHIT A MASTER REBUILD KIT AND NEW SUN SHELL AND NEW TORQUE CONVERTER. *TR

NHTSA ODI #10505017

SERVICE BRAKES

WHILE DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDDLE LEFT REAR STEEL BRAKE LINE RUPTURED RESULTING IN LOSS OF BRAKE PEDDLE AND STOPPING ABILITY. *TR

NHTSA ODI #10491461

AIR BAGS

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 CHEVROLET 1500. WHILE DECELERATING FROM 30 MPH TO MAKE A TURN, THE CONTACT WAS STRUCK HEAD ON BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING 60 MPH. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO HIS NECK, BACK, AND SHOULDERS. THE INSURANCE COMPANY STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED; HOWEVER, THEY DID NOT CONDUCT AN INVESTIG…

Crash · 1 injured · NHTSA ODI #10217977

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

I PURCHASED THIS TRUCK ABOUT 18 MONTHS AGO AND SINCE I HAVE HAD IT I HAVE HAD TO HAVE THE FUEL PUMP REPLACED 5 TIMES BY A MECHANIC SHOP, COSTING OVER $300 EACH TIME IT WAS DONE. IT WOULD WORK FOR AWHILE THEN QUIT, LEAVING ME STRANDED IN REMOTE AREAS. I USED TO BE A MECHANIC BEFORE A BACK INJURY SO I FINALLY PULLED THE FULL TANK DOWN AND PULLED THE SENDI…

NHTSA ODI #10137908

+ 12 more complaints on record.

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Is the VIN 2GCEC19R3T1209228 valid?

2GCEC19R3T1209228 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Canada. It decodes to the 1996 Chevrolet 1500.

Are there safety recalls on the 1996 Chevrolet 1500?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1996 Chevrolet 1500 model year. That covers the model year, not this individual car: to see whether a specific vehicle still needs a recall repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

Recall data checked 4 Nov 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.