Gmc Sonoma 1996

• Recall 45623 [USA]: Fuel may leak, possibly resulting in a fire.
  Certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, p/nos. FP10020-11b1, fP10026-11b1, and fP10027-11b1, sold after january 9, 2007, as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles listed above. The universal pressure regulators (upr) were produced without an o'ring and retainer.
  delphi will notify owners and replace the upr free of charge. The recall began on april 23, 2007. Owners can contact delphi at 877-411-8770.
  this recall only pertains to aftermarket delphi fuel pressure regulators and has no relation to any original equipment installed by general motors.Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

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• Recall 59930 [USA]: This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
  Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on "document search" and then "bus applications"). The connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. As a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.
  honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on october 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
  this recall only pertains to aftermarket fram fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed.Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

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• Recall 8684 [USA]: These vehicles can experience extended stopping distances during abs stops on certain multiple surfaces, increasing the risk of a crash.
  This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Vehicle description: certain light duty pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, or minivans equipped with 3-sensor abs (antilock braking system) ebc4 units.
  dealers will modify the computer program which operates the abs unit on some vehicles, or replace the computer on others to improve the performance of the abs on these surfaces.
  on vehicles which required the computer program to be modified, owner notification has began.For vehicles which require a new computer module, gm has scheduled owner notificatiion to begin during the last week of may 2000.A phased mailing will be required, with the last mailing scheduled to be completed by december 2000.Owners can contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.

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• Recall 10138 [USA]: If this occurred at a time when minimum stopping distance was required, a vehicle crash could occur without prior warning.
  Vehicle description: certain 4-wheel drive pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with abs (antilock braking system) manufactured from september 1989 through august 1996. Under certain driving conditions the switch which signals the abs system whether the vehicle is in 2-wheel or 4-wheel drive can malfunction causing increased stopping distances during abs stops while in the two-wheel drive mode.
  dealers will replace or repair the 4-wheel/2-wheel drive switch.
  the first phase of owner notification letters began may 31, 2000,with the last mailing completed by october 2000. Owners can contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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• Recall 11182 [USA]: This condition can result in inoperative wipers, reducing a driver's visibility, and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
  Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, 2 and 4-wheel drive. Solder joints near the wiring harness connector can crack causing the windshield wipers to work intermittently.
  dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover.
  owner notification began december 15, 1998.Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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• Recall 14044 [USA]: Brake fluid loss can reduce braking effectiveness and increase stopping distances resulting in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
  Vehicle description: light duty passenger pickup trucks equipped with 4.3l engines. The front brake line can contact the left-hand side of the engine oil pan causing the brake line to wear to the point of brake fluid loss during brake application.
  dealers will inspect the clearance between the oil pan and the brake line. If the clearance is 6mm or less, dealers will install an additional brake line clip and if there was contact between the oil pan and brake line, the front brake line will be replaced.
  owner notification is expected to begin during october 1997.Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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• Recall 14443 [USA]: If a separation occurred and there were secondary crash events or vehicle rollover, there would be no belt restraint of the occupant and increased injuries could occur.
  Vehicle description: extended cab pickup trucks equipped with 60/40 front bench seats and extended cab pickup trucks and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with manual locking recliner bucket seats. The outboard safety belt webbing on the driver's and/or passenger's seat can separate during a frontal impact.
  dealers will install a protective cover over the recliner mechanism.
  owner notification:owner notification will begin during september 1997. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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• Recall 13527 [USA]: In the event of a vehicle crash, the windshield may not stay in place as required by fmvss no. 212.
  The top coat paint severely peels due to overbaking of the powder primer prior to the top coat application. Since the windshield primer and adhesive adhere to the top coat paint onthe windshield opening flange, the windshield does not comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 212, "windshield mounting."
  all vehicles have been repurchased. This campaign is 100%.
  owner notification began january 30, 1997.Note:owners who do not have their vehicle replaced or their purchase price refunded should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782.Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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• Recall 16395 [USA]: These transmissions could seize and lock the rear drive wheels while the truck is being driven causing a loss of vehicle control increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
  Some of these trucks were built with transmissions containing parts which were not machined to gm's specifications.
  dealers will inspect the transmission main shaft output torque using a special tool. If the output torque does not meet specifications, the transmission will be replaced.
  system: power train; transmission; 5 speed.Vehicle description: 2 wheel drive pickup trucks equipped with 2.2l engines and 5-speed manual transmissions.Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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• Recall 1999135 [Canada]: Brakes
  Certain four wheel drive vehicles may experience increased stopping distances during abs stops while in the two-wheel drive mode. A switch can erroneously signal the abs system that the vehicle is in four-wheel drive when the vehicle is actually in two wheel drive. Correction: dealers will replace the switch on affected vehicles.

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• Recall 1998150 [Canada]: Visual system
  Certain vehicles may have windshield wiper motors with solder joints near the wiring harness connector that could crack. This could cause the windshield wiper to work intermittently and ultimately result in inoperative wipers. This could reduce driver visibility in inclement weather and result in a crash. Correction: wiper motor circuit board and cover will be replaced.

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• Recall 1997152 [Canada]: Seats and restraints
  On certain vehicles, the driver's and/or passenger's front outboard seat-belt webbing could separate during a frontal impact having at least the same dynamics as a 48 kph frontal barrier collision. If a separation occurred and there were secondary crash events or rollover, there would be no restraint of the occupant and increased injuries could occur. Correction: a protector cover will be installed over the recliner mechanism.

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• Recall 1997154 [Canada]: Brakes
  On certain vehicles, the front brake pipe may contact the left-hand side of the engine oil pan. This contact could cause the brake pipe to wear through to the point of brake fluid loss during brake application. This could reduce braking effectiveness and increase stopping distances. Correction: vehicles will be inspected and an additional brake pipe clip will be installed if required. If there was contact between the oil pan and the brake pipe, the brake pipe will be replaced.

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• Recall 1996040 [Canada]: Powertrain
  On certain vehicles, the transmissions may contain parts which are not machined to specification. These transmissions could seize and lock the rear wheels while the truck is being operated. This could result in loss of vehicle control and a possible crash without prior warning. Correction: dealers will inspect the transmission main shaft output torque and of the torque does not meet the specification criteria, the transmission will be replaced.

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• Recall 1996094 [Canada]: Emissions
  Certain vehicles may not comply with cmvss 1105 - evaporative emissions. Fuel injectors may exhibit leakage of fuel vapour due to a stress of the plastic encapsulant. Correction: fuel injectors on affected vehicles will be inspected for involved date codes and replaced if necessary.

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To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

The air bag light stays on. It turns off sometimes for about 5 minutes or fewer minutes. No repair shop can determine how to repair this issue. When the air bag light is on the air bag would not operate that's what i have read. Is there a recall on the air bag light? Or is there a fix for this issue? *tr

Fuse blows to interior lights, but more importantly horn. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 1996 gmc sonoma. While applying the brakes at 55 mph, the brake pedal extended all the way to the floor. The emergency brake was applied to stop the vehicle. The contact was a mechanic and he replaced the front brake line for the passenger side wheel. The failure was corrected temporarily. However, twenty miles later, the failure recurred while driving 30 mph. The brake line for the front driver side was replaced. The road conditions were normal during both failures. The manufacturer stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa recall number 97v146001 (service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings). The current mileage was 105,000 and failure mileage was 104,980.

Tl*the contact owns a 1996 gmc sonoma. The contact stated that the straps that support the tailgate failed. The dealer was unable to determine the cause of failure. No repairs were made. The dealer information was unknown. The current mileage was 152,000 and failure mileage was 150,000. Updated 12/12/2007 *bf updated 12/12/07 *tr

Fuel line leaking . *ak

Tl* - the contact called concerning a service bulletin regarding windshield wiper washer motor. The bulletin has a product recall. The contact has been told by gmc that the car was not a part of the recall\ due to the vin. The contact stated that the windshield wipers work intermittently. The contact stated that the windshield wipers will either stay up in the air, won't work at all, or shut off by themselves. The last incident was on december 26, 2006. The contact stated that the problem with the windshield wipers began in july 2006. The contact called the dealer, and they gave her a service request no. 71-463971283, and then the dealer denied it. *ak

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 40 mph under normal braking on wet roads, the abs lights illuminated and the vehicle had an extended stopping distance. The dealer examined the vehicle and determined the three sensors had to be replaced, but were not certain that the replacement would correct the problem. The vehicle was currently at the dealer for further repairs. The contact encountered nhtsa recall # 99i006000 regarding the service brakes, hydraulic: antilock.

1996 gmac sonoma air bag sensor rivet failure. Found drivers side sensor hanging from electrical lead, when i inspected the mounting area i found that the two rivets that secure the sensor were sheared off. I inspected the other sensor mounting and found that one of the two rivets was also sheared off. No front end impact had occurred and no indications were noted. *jb

Abs anti-brake system has failed. Light continuously stays on. Analysis has determined that three of the four sensors are bad. Vehicle has only 40,000 miles on it. Also analysis has determined that the catalictic converter is defective, causing the service engine soon "light" to be on continuously.

Common OBD-II Error Codes

• P1002 [1] P1002
• P0300 [1] Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected