1996 Chevrolet Caprice NHTSA Investigations
NHTSA Caprice Defect Investigations
The following investigations on the Chevrolet Caprice have been announced by the ODI. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about investigations by the NHTSA.
Recent 1996 Caprice Investigations
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REAR WHEEL SEPARATION Defect Investigation for the 1996 Caprice
Vehicle Component: Suspension
Summary: Wheel lug nuts may not have be tightened securely at the factory. This could cause the wheel studs to shear (fracture) and the wheel to separate from the vehicle without warning, potentially causing a vehicle crash.
More Details: For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning investigation #EA96007 »
Status of Investigation: This investigation was closed on December 24 1996 and no recall was issued.
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REAR WHEEL SEPARATION Defect Investigation for the 1996 Caprice
Vehicle Component: Suspension
Summary: There is no summary currently available
More Details: For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning investigation #PE96001 »
Status of Investigation: This investigation was closed on May 31 1996 and there was a recall ordered: #96V245000
COOLANT FIRES Defect Investigation for the 1996 Caprice
Vehicle Component: Visibility:Defroster/Defogger System
Summary: The plastic flow restricter valve is alleged to fail and leak coolant in the righ rear quarter of the engie copartment where it may be ignited by hot exhaust component surfaces.
More Details: For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning investigation #EA99003 »
Status of Investigation: This investigation was closed on August 17 2000 and no recall was issued.