Frame And Members problems of the 1996 Chevrolet S10

Three problems related to frame and members have been reported for the 1996 Chevrolet S10. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Frame And Members problem

Failure Date: 09/29/2003

The vehicle's frame was broken in two places which resulted in the frame detaching from the vehicle. Please provide any additional information.

2 Frame And Members problem

Failure Date: 11/13/1999

The frame welds are failing. A military certified welding shop examined the welds and said the welds were not done correctly when the vehicle was built. He said the the failure of the right side welds is beginning also. I have reported this to gm and have taken the vehicle to the dealer twice for them to examine. Gm says they will not fix it.

3 Frame And Members problem

Vehicle body frame leaks water.


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