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
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 | |||||
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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. | |||||||||||||||
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DIFFERENTIAL UNIT | ||||||||||||||||
83V045000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 08/01/1981 to 04/01/1982 | V (Vehicle) | 6204 | 05/03/1983 | ODI | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 04/27/1983 | 05/18/1983 | |||||||
Defect Summary | The 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 Summary | The dealer will replace the differential lock screw at no charge. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle 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 | ||||||||||||||||
82V128000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 12/01/1981 to 07/01/1982 | V (Vehicle) | 1633 | 12/10/1982 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 12/14/1982 | 12/17/1982 | |||||||
Defect Summary | On 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 Summary | The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, modify the rear brake drum balance weights without charge to owner. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle 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 ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
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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 |
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | |||
10/20/2000 | 1 | 05/01/1982 | |
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 | |||
08/04/2001 | 1 | 06/01/2000 | |
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) |