Chevrolet G20 1978

Model G20 made in 1978 by Chevrolet got 1 consumer complain as well as 3 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference to service brakes, hydraulic. . There were some recalls concerningequipment and fuel system, gasoline.

Model 1978

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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
78V107000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 08/01/1977 to 10/01/1977V (Vehicle)22605/12/1978MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.05/15/197810/12/1979
Defect SummaryOn the involved vehicles, an interference condition may exist between the carburetor fuel pipe assembly and the air conditioning bracket. this could eventually cause the pipe to wear through due to vibration and fuel pressure pulsation.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will inspect and, if necessary, reposition the carburetor fuel pipe at no charge.
NotesVehicle description: trucks.system: fuel; carburetor pipe.consequences of defect: fuel leakage could occur, creating the potential for avehicle fire and passenger injury.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
90V137000MARK III INDUSTRIES, INC.from 09/01/1978 to 12/01/1984V (Vehicle)1363708/23/1990MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.07/18/199008/01/1990
Defect Summary
Consequence SummaryOccupants would not be adequately protected in event ofan accident or sudden stop.
Corrective SummaryInstall proper mounting hardware and seat belts.
NotesNote: this recall was initialized by mark iii industries.system: seat belts, seat belt anchors, and seat mounting. dom: sept. 1978 tosept. 1984.description on defect: improper mounting hardware and improper safety restraintsystems may have been installed in these vehicles.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
05/16/19951
 The clamp on the front flexible brake hose is so tight that after time with rubber swelling and clamp rusting it stops all flow of fluid to the brakes. tt