Chevrolet G20 1992

Model G20 made in 1992 by Chevrolet got 32 consumer complains as well as 4 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningequipment and fuel system, gasoline.

Model 1992

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
06E043000HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. E (Equipment)8830310/18/2006MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.05/19/200605/22/2006
Defect SummaryCertain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on document search and then bus applications). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.
Consequence SummaryThis condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Corrective SummaryHoneywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket fram fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed.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.
SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - HEAD RESTRAINT
94V177000SHERRY DESIGNS, INC.from 09/01/1991 to 01/01/1994V (Vehicle)38112/23/1994OVSCGENERAL MOTORS CORP.09/14/199409/22/1994571202
Defect SummaryThe front driver and passenger seat back height does not conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 202, head restraints.
Consequence SummaryConsequence of non-compliance: seat occupants are subject to increased risk of injury in the event of a sudd stop or accident.
Corrective SummarySherry designs will provide an attachable headrest for the dealer or customer to add to the seats.
NotesSystem: interior systems; seat head restraints.vehicle description: conversion vans.note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the noncompliance, please contact sherry designs at 1-219-264-0602. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST
92V127000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 02/01/1992 to 02/01/1992V (Vehicle)24609/25/1992MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.09/03/199209/29/1992571105
Defect SummaryThe brake pedal assembly has a pushrod pin that is too small and it is installed in the wrong position, causing an increased brake pedal ratio and a decreased master cylinder stroke.
Consequence SummaryThe reduced master cylinder stroke results in failure tomeet the partial system failure requirements of fmvss 105, hydraulic brakesystems. a further reduction in braking ability at a time when partial systemfailure has occurred could result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryReplace the brake assembly.
NotesSystem: brakes: brake pedal assembly; fmvss 105.vehicle description: vans equipped with vacuum power brakes.note: fmvss 105 requires that hydraulic brake systems have an emergency featurewhich stops the vehicle under specified conditions. all hydraulic brake systemsare designed with a split system. each split works independently from the other.the partial system failure test of the fmvss is performed with one of the splitsystems inoperative.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
09/12/1997
 Looked in rear mirror, noticed smoke , looked under van saw flames, no machanical problems, damage to van incluedes interior front half of van
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
07/15/1992
 The consumer has been experiencing problems with automatic transmission. vehicle bounces and sways side to side during any speed. in addition the seat belts aren't long enough to secure their driver. also, the fuses in the electrical system started failing.*ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
02/04/1997
 Replaced leaking seal/oil pan gasket/heater core. also replaced serpentine belt. *ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
02/04/1997
 Replaced leaking seal/oil pan gasket/heater core. also replaced serpentine belt. *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP
01/02/200012012/01/1993
 We have had an ongoing problem with the fuel filler neck on this vehicle. when you fill the vehicle up with fuel, once it is almost full, the gasoline tank belches (for lack of a better term) and fuel is expelled from the tank all over the person filling the vehicle (unless you stand appx. 2' away from the gas pump nozzle). we have talked to owner's of similar vehicles (this is a full size chevy conversion van) and all of them have the same problem. this is a very dangerous problem. fuel literally erupting from the filler nozzle can easily spray anyone standing nearby and can cause caustic burns to human flesh. please investigate this serious problem!! both chevrolet & gmc manufactured this vehicle from 1971 - 1996 and most, if not all, probably have the same problem. thank you! *ak
01/22/1997112/01/1993
 Gas expulsion after filling tank.
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
07/15/1992
 The consumer has been experiencing problems with automatic transmission. vehicle bounces and sways side to side during any speed. in addition the seat belts aren't long enough to secure their driver. also, the fuses in the electrical system started failing.*ak
 Front oil pump in auto-transmission has failed interrupting response of acceleration when needed. please describe details. tt
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER
1
 Torque converter failed causing vibration. mjs
10/16/19959
 Automatic transmission failure, torque converter has been replaced five times, leaking transmission fluid. tt first the transmission was repaired due to vibration. then the torque converter was replaced. the transmission started leaking and the pump bushing and new torque convertor were replaced. again the transmission began vibrating and leaking. the problem still exists after tires were replaced as possible cause. cruise control failed. drive shaft was leaking *yh
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE
02/04/1997
 Replaced leaking seal/oil pan gasket/heater core. also replaced serpentine belt. *ak
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DRIVESHAFT
10/16/19959
 Automatic transmission failure, torque converter has been replaced five times, leaking transmission fluid. tt first the transmission was repaired due to vibration. then the torque converter was replaced. the transmission started leaking and the pump bushing and new torque convertor were replaced. again the transmission began vibrating and leaking. the problem still exists after tires were replaced as possible cause. cruise control failed. drive shaft was leaking *yh
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
07/15/1992
 The consumer has been experiencing problems with automatic transmission. vehicle bounces and sways side to side during any speed. in addition the seat belts aren't long enough to secure their driver. also, the fuses in the electrical system started failing.*ak
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - WEBBING
205/01/1992
 Seat belts on both front seats are poorly placed and cause the seat belt to lay across the neck of the driver and front seat passenger. this has also caused excessive wear on the belts to the point of being frayed. in an accident, it appears that severe neck injury would occur due to their placement. this is a mark iii conversion van so i am not sure if the fault lies with the manufacturer or the conversion company. *ak
SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - RECLINER
02/15/1996
 Passenger and driver recline seat bolts broke, cause the seat fall backwards. tt
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
07/02/2011171000
 Tl- the contact owns a 1992 chevrolet g20. the contact stated that the brakes failed and caused the contact to crash into the rear of another vehicle. the contact was able to drive the vehicle to a mechanic and was told that the support for the brake line was rusted and the pressure caused the brake line to rupture. the vehicle was repaired. the vin was not available. the failure and current mileages were 171,000. kmj
07/02/2011171000
 Tl- the contact owns a 1992 chevrolet g20. the contact stated the support for the brake lines had rusted through and the pressure caused the brake line to rupture. the failure caused the vehicle to hit another vehicle from behind. the contact thought the driver of the other vehicle may have been injured. the contact was able to drive the vehicle to a mechanic and was told was caused the failure. the has been repaired. the vin was not available. the failure mileage and current mileages were 171,000.rl
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
11/01/19951
 Abs, when applying brakes on wet surface front brakes lockup. tt *slc
07/01/1995
 Abs system not working properly when brakes are applied they do not catch right away. tt
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
05/13/1997
 While applying brakes there was no pressure on first attempt, then released pedal and tried again and pressure had returned. cause unknown. *ak
12/30/1996112/01/1991
 When brakes are applied steering wheel shimmies.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM
11/12/19981
 No summary provided by consumer
STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR
 Drivers side door is falling off. please describe. tt
SUSPENSION
07/15/1992
 The consumer has been experiencing problems with automatic transmission. vehicle bounces and sways side to side during any speed. in addition the seat belts aren't long enough to secure their driver. also, the fuses in the electrical system started failing.*ak
SUSPENSION - FRONT
06/25/1999
 Front suspension rusted through, causing the driver's side front wheel to collapse, and could have caused loss of control. please provide further information. *ak
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
01/01/1993
 While driving will go open throttle position or close position, causing to stall or accelerate. tt
10/16/19959
 Automatic transmission failure, torque converter has been replaced five times, leaking transmission fluid. tt first the transmission was repaired due to vibration. then the torque converter was replaced. the transmission started leaking and the pump bushing and new torque convertor were replaced. again the transmission began vibrating and leaking. the problem still exists after tires were replaced as possible cause. cruise control failed. drive shaft was leaking *yh
VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - HEATER CORE
02/04/1997
 Replaced leaking seal/oil pan gasket/heater core. also replaced serpentine belt. *ak
WHEELS
11/12/19981
 No summary provided by consumer