1996 GMC K35 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

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Owner complaints per model year, GMC K35. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

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1996 GMC K35 recalls (2)

Tires › Bead

NHTSA recall 96V-117 · Jul 1, 1996 · 5,773 vehicles

These tires have bead damage which occured during tire mounting.

Remedy: Dealers will demount each tire and inspect for bead damage. If bead damage is found, the tire will be replaced.

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

NHTSA recall 96V-082 · May 7, 1996 · 16,918 vehicles

The four u-bolts nuts on either side of the rear axle were under-torqued.

Remedy: Dealers will check the u-bolt nut torque and re-torque any loose u-bolts to specification.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the 1996 GMC K35 have?

There are 2 recalls for the 1996 GMC K35, the most recent from July 1, 1996 (bead). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.