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1996 Chevrolet Tahoe Lights Problems

9 owner-reported lights complaints from NHTSA data

9
Complaints
Feb 1997Dec 2006
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (9)

highEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Dec 2006

Your headlights won't turn on when you flip the switch, even after nearly $200 in diagnostic work. The repair shop found that wiring in the steering column has become frayed and damaged, likely from repeated use of the tilt steering wheel adjustment. You're currently using daytime running lights as a temporary workaround, but this is a safety concern since the lights failed while you were driving in the dark. The repair will likely involve replacing or rewiring the headlight circuit in the steering column.

NHTSA #: 10175869
highEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Dec 2006

Your headlights aren't turning on. You've already replaced both the headlight bulbs and the headlight switch, but the lights still won't work. This suggests an electrical wiring or connection problem rather than just a bulb or switch issue.

NHTSA #: 10175345
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Sep 1998

SHORT IN THE HEADLIGHT HARNESS OR SWITCH.

NHTSA #: 541022
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Nov 1997

TURN SIGNAL MODULE FAILS INTERMITTENTLY.

NHTSA #: 604903
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Oct 1997

DAY TIME HEAD LIGHTS FAILED.

NHTSA #: 525518
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Sep 1997

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS FAILED.

NHTSA #: 605042
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Jun 1997

HIGH-BEAM HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT THREE TIMES WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT.

NHTSA #: 518237
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: May 1997

SLOW TO START.

NHTSA #: 517530
mediumEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Filed: Feb 1997

HEAD LAMP FAILED.

NHTSA #: 602600

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