Chevrolet G20 1983

Model G20 made in 1983 by Chevrolet got 1 consumer complain as well as 3 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference to suspension. . There were some recalls concerningequipment and seat belts.

Model 1983

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.
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.
TRAILER HITCHES
83V084000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 12/01/1982 to 01/01/1983V (Vehicle)14109/13/1983MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.09/02/198310/12/1983
Defect SummaryPlatform trailer hitches were produced from other than pure steel. consequently, the hitch will not withstand normal stresses.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe hitch platform assembly will be replaced on all involved vehicles.
NotesVehicle description: vans equipped with platform-type trailer hitches.system: equipment; trailer hitch torsion bar.consequences of defect: trailer hitch torsion bar may break as the trailer isbeing towed. the trailer would separate from the towing vehicle, possiblyresulting in an accident and personal injury.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - UPPER ARM
1
 Control arms on both sides rusted through.