Chevrolet G20 1979

Model G20 made in 1979 by Chevrolet got 1 consumer complain as well as 3 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference to engine and engine cooling. . There were some recalls concerningequipment and exterior lighting.

Model 1979

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.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH
79V142000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 12/01/1978 to 01/01/1979V (Vehicle)15328MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.06/06/197910/12/1979
Defect SummaryOn the involved vehicles the brake stoplight and cruise control switch which is operated by the brake pedal may have been assembled with an incorrect lubricant on the actuating plunger. this can cause the rear brake stoplights to become inoperative and the cruise control, if activated, to stay electrically engaged.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake stoplight and cruise control switch at no cost to owner.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: lighting and communications; switch button ring, brake lights.consequences of defect: with inoperative brake lights, a vehicle approachingfrom the rear would not be aware that brakes were being applied. also, if thecruise control fails to automatically disengage through brake pedal operation,vehicle may accelerate when the brake pedal is released. either condition couldresult in loss of vehicle control and an accident.note: owner is advised not to engage the cruise control until it has beeninspected by dealer.
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
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
01/01/2010500000
 Tl*the contact owned a 1979 chevrolet g-20. while his vehicle was parked in his driveway with the ignition on, he noticed black smoke coming from under the hood. he attempted to open the hood but it was extremely hot and flames began coming from under the hood. the fire department was called and a report was filed. upon further investigation, the fire marshall advised that the origin of the fire was due to ethanol fuel dissolving the fuel filter, which caused fuel to leak onto the engine. the vehicle was destroyed. the failure and current mileages were approximately 500,000. updated 4/19/10