11 problems related to seats have been reported for the 1996 Chevrolet C1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Windshield wipers and washer work ,creating situations that warrant pulling off the road to avoid hazardous driving conditions in inclement weather. Both the driver and passenger seats are very loose along the tracks. When driving alone the passenger seat can be observed vibrating.
Interior system anchor track is defective, and seat will not hold. Dealership is aware of problem. Consumer states that while traveling at a constant speed, the seat is fine, however once the brakes are applied the seat starts to slide forward automatically without anyone touching the lever.
Front seat torn.
Drivers seat failed, broke from base at seat bottom.
Front seat spring hinge snapped.
Front seats are loose in the tracks.
Consumer's son's finger tip was cut off and the manufacturer said they want no part because they never had problem before. On 03-25-97, consumer received manufacturer's recall notice with no id. Number on it. Nhtsa does not have this notice posted.
Passenger seat sliding mechanism failed.
The seat on the passenger's side does not stay secured. The seat moves freely on the track. Dealer is aware of the problem. The problem has not been corrected.
Passenger seat does not lock properly in track, seat moves off the bracket/base and is not stable.
The passenger's side seat will not lock in position. The seat slides back and forwar. , consumer contacted the dealer, dealer replaced parts. Consumer now states the seat is locked in postion, the seat will not go forward or backward. Please provide any further details.
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