Chevrolet C10 1981
Model C10 made in 1981 by Chevrolet got 5 consumer complains there are 2 investigations as well as 3 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline and service brakes, hydraulic. The car had some investigations: fuel system, gasoline, vehicle speed control. There were some recalls concerningequipment, service brakes, hydraulic and wheels.
Model 1981
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT | ||||||||||||||||
| 07E088000 | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. | E (Equipment) | 121680 | 11/08/2007 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/24/2007 | 10/30/2007 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. the affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. the date code and part number appear on the filter housing. fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. the gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. the recall began during november 2007. owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FLUID | ||||||||||||||||
| 81V148000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 06/01/1981 to 06/01/1981 | V (Vehicle) | 17 | 12/17/1981 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 12/14/1981 | 12/22/1981 | 571 | 116 | |||||
| Defect Summary | The hydraulic brake fluid used in certain vehicles may fail to comply with the brake fluid boiling point requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 116, motor vehicle brake fluids. braking efficiency may be reduced and vehicle stopping distance increased, especially when hard or frequent braking raises brake fluid temperature. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Suspect hydraulic brake fluid will be bled from the brake system and replaced with gm delco supreme no. 11 or an equivalent, without charge. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: light trucks.system: service brakes; hydraulic brake fluid.consequences of defect: in situations requiring minimum vehicle stoppingdistance, an accident would result.note: the problem may be indicated by an increase in pedal travel or a spongyfeeling to the pedal. | |||||||||||||||
| WHEELS - RIM | ||||||||||||||||
| 81V118000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 09/01/1980 to 01/01/1981 | V (Vehicle) | 253 | 10/12/1981 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/05/1981 | 10/13/1981 | 571 | 120 | |||||
| Defect Summary | The spare wheel is one inch wider than the maximum approved rim width and fails to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | The spare wheel assembly will be replaced without charge to owner. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with rpo ph7 (aluminum wheels) andsize p205/75r15 or fr78-15 tires.system: suspension; wheel.consequences of defect: gradual loss of air could eventually lead to a flattire, possible loss of vehicle control, and an accident. | |||||||||||||||
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||
| EA92041 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 12/08/1992 | 03/09/1995 | FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES | ||||||
| PE88016 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 01/14/1988 | 03/31/1988 | EXHAUST MANIFOLD LEAKS | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 05/26/2005 | 714 | 10 | |
| Dt: spent thousands of dollars trying to repair problem. on 03/05 first noticed the problem when the exhaust was sending fumes into the vehicle, and was causing headaches/blurred vision, and so on. the dealership installed an exhaust system from another vehicle. the vehicle was still releasing fumes into cab. *ak exhaust gases were passing through rubber hoses in the engine compartment. the dealership replaced the vehicle's exhaust manifold with a caprice manifold. the engine would hesitate between the 2nd-3rd gears and idled roughly. the wipers had become inoperative, the oil pressure gauge was reading too low. there was an exhaust leak coming from the left of the manifold. the vehicle would also sputter when being driven on hills. the consumer requested to be charged back 3k dollars to his credit card. *sc *nm | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 1 | |||
| Poor design of the location of the gas tank. | |||
| 1 | |||
| Purchased truck used, fuel tank doesn't have a plate , the doors don't shut right . *ak *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 07/23/1992 | 150000 | 1 | 11/17/1985 |
| 1981 chevy c-10, front brake hoses retainer bracket, crimped too tightly on hose, causing hose to plug, uneven brake pressure, vehicle pulls to right or left. *tr | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - MOTOR | |||
| 05/26/2005 | 714 | 10 | |
| Dt: spent thousands of dollars trying to repair problem. on 03/05 first noticed the problem when the exhaust was sending fumes into the vehicle, and was causing headaches/blurred vision, and so on. the dealership installed an exhaust system from another vehicle. the vehicle was still releasing fumes into cab. *ak exhaust gases were passing through rubber hoses in the engine compartment. the dealership replaced the vehicle's exhaust manifold with a caprice manifold. the engine would hesitate between the 2nd-3rd gears and idled roughly. the wipers had become inoperative, the oil pressure gauge was reading too low. there was an exhaust leak coming from the left of the manifold. the vehicle would also sputter when being driven on hills. the consumer requested to be charged back 3k dollars to his credit card. *sc *nm | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OR | EUGENE | 97401 | KENDALL CHEVROLET | 541 335 6033 |