Chevrolet C10 1982

Model C10 made in 1982 by Chevrolet got 4 consumer complains there are 2 investigations as well as 3 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, fuel system, gasoline and latches/locks/linkages. The car had some investigations: fuel system, gasoline, vehicle speed control. There were some recalls concerningequipment, power train and wheels.

Model 1982

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT
07E088000HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. E (Equipment)12168011/08/2007MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.10/24/200710/30/2007
Defect SummaryCertain 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 SummaryThis condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.
Corrective SummaryHoneywell 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.
NotesCustomers 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.
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
83V045000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 08/01/1981 to 04/01/1982V (Vehicle)620405/03/1983ODIGENERAL MOTORS CORP.04/27/198305/18/1983
Defect SummaryThe locking screw that retains the pinion shaft in place in the differential could come loose. the pinion shaft turns the gears inside the differential that rotate the drive axles and rear wheels. if the locking screw comes loose, it could damage other components or jam in the gears. if the pinion shaft comes loose, the rear wheels may no longer power the vehicle.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will replace the differential lock screw at no charge.
NotesVehicle description: light trucks equipped with eaton locking differential.system: power train; differential shaft lock screw.consequences of defect: if the failure should occur while the vehicle is inmotion, the driver may lose control of the vehicle and an accident couldresult.
WHEELS - LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS
82V128000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 12/01/1981 to 07/01/1982V (Vehicle)163312/10/1982MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.12/14/198212/17/1982
Defect SummaryOn the involved vehicles, the rear brake drum balance weights may interfere with the aluminum wheels. this contact could cause the wheel lug nuts to loosen, leading to wheel stud failure. this could allow separation of the wheel and tire from the vehicle.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will inspect and, if necessary, modify the rear brake drum balance weights without charge to owner.
NotesVehicle description: light trucks equipped with optional aluminum wheels andrear brake drums.system: service brakes; rear brake drum, balance weights.consequences of defect: wheel and tire separation could occur without priorwarning and could result in loss of vehicle control and an accident.

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
EA92041GENERAL MOTORS CORP.12/08/199203/09/1995FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY
 There is no summary currently available
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - LINKAGES
PE88016GENERAL MOTORS CORP.01/14/198803/31/1988EXHAUST MANIFOLD LEAKS
 There is no summary currently available

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
10/20/2000105/01/1982
 No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
06/09/1997
 Fuel leaks from under tank onto ground, owner keeps pan under truck to catch fuel, cause unknown, vehicle has not been checed. *ak
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH
 The driver side door lock when consumer lock door can't open from the inside and air conditioner don't work. tt
TIRES
08/04/2001106/01/2000
 Experienced blowout at speed of approx 70 mph on i-75 north of macon georgia. vibration noted prior to blowout but i attributed that symptom to the road surface and not the tire. tire tread separated causing damage to vehicle underbody as tire remanents struck vehicle forward and to the rear of the rear axle. tire is available for analysis if necessary.*ak (dot number: vdat jab tiresize: p255 60r15)