Two problems related to electrical system have been reported for the 1996 Chevrolet K1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Vehicle was parked. The driver opened the door by remote control and noticed smoke was coming from the driver's door. The remote inside of the door caught on fire. Driver extinguished fire, and had the vehicle towed to the dealer for analysis. The mechanic noticed that the switch needed to be replaced due to an electrical short.
When driving consumer smelled burning odor coming from the dashboard. Heater blower switch melted, causing the burning smell.
| Electrical System problems | |
| Wiring problems | |
| Battery problems | |
| Alternator/generator/regulator problems |