Chevrolet K10 1994

Model K10 made in 1994 by Chevrolet got 8 consumer complains there is 1 investigation as well as 6 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to power train, seats and tires. The car had one investigation (seats). There were some recalls concerningseats, service brakes, hydraulic and suspension.

Model 1994

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SEATS
93V216000GENERAL MOTORS CORP. V (Vehicle)137512/23/1993MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.12/14/199312/30/1993571207
Defect SummaryThe seats have been assembled without bolts that connect the upper slave hinge to the seat back frame, or without bolts that connect the seat to the seat adjuster. in either case, the vehicles fail to conform to fnvss no. 207, seating systems.
Consequence SummaryThe missing bolts may cause the driver's seat to becomeloose and in a sudden stop or accident may subject the occupant to increasedrisk of injury.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect seats for missing bolts and install bolts if required.
NotesSystem: interior systems; seat track anchors; fmvss 207.vehicle description: 1/2 ton, 3/4 ton and 1 ton pickup trucks, extended cab andchassis cab models with bench seat, 60/40 split seat or high back bucket seats.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and freeof charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact chevrolet service center at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc service center at1-313-456-4547. also, contact the national highway traffic safetyadministration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
95V246000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 06/01/1992 to 09/01/1994V (Vehicle)67566103/07/1996ODIGENERAL MOTORS CORP.12/21/199501/02/1996
Defect SummaryThe seat recliner to seat frame attaching bolts on these vehicle could loosen, fatigue and fracture, allowing the seat back to suddenly recline.
Consequence SummaryIf this were to occur to the driver's seat, this could result in a sudden loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Corrective SummaryDealers will remove all foam and/or fabric sandwiched between the recliner assembly and the seat frame, install washers between the seat recliner and the seat frame at each attachment point, and install new attaching bolts torqued to a higher specification. these corrections will be made to both the driver's and passenger's seats.
NotesSystem: interior; seat track anchors and seat.vehicle description: light duty pickup extended cab trucks equipped with front high-back bucket seats or 60/40 split bench seats.note: owners who take their vehicle to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc at 1-800-462-8782. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
96E010000VEHICLE SAFETY SYSTEMS E (Equipment)240008/19/1996MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.03/25/199603/29/1996
Defect SummaryThe seat recliner to seat frame attaching bolts on these vehicles could loosen, fatigue and fracture, allowing the seat back to suddenly recline.
Consequence SummaryIf this were to occur to the driver's seat, this could result in a sudden loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Corrective SummaryDealers will remove all foam and/or fabric sandwiched between the recliner assembly and the seat frame, install washers between the seat recliner and the seat frame at each attachment point, and install new attaching bolts torqued to a higher specification. these corrections will be made to both the driver's and passenger's seats.
NotesSystem: interior; seat track anchors and seat.equipment description: front high-back bucket seats or 60/40 split bench seats provided by vehicle safety systems for installation in light duty pickup extended cab conversion trucks.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact vss at 1-800-742-5043. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES
93V152000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 07/01/1993 to 08/01/1993V (Vehicle)7015409/03/1993MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.09/15/199309/21/1993
Defect SummaryThe brake pedal push rod retainer is missing, mispositioned or not properly seated.
Consequence SummaryBrake pedal push rod problems can cause the stop lampswitch and the brake booster push rod to disconnect from the brake pedal,resulting in loss of brake operation, and a vehicle crash could occur withoutprior warning.
Corrective SummaryInspect vehicles to assure the brake pedal push rod retainer is present and fully seated in its correct position.
NotesSystem: brakes; hydraulic; linkage.vehicle description: light trucks and vans.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and freeof charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact either the chevrolet service center at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc servicecenter at 1-313-456-4547. also contact the national highway traffic safetyadministration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER ARM
94V060000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 11/01/1993 to 12/01/1993V (Vehicle)3014804/14/1994MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.04/05/199404/13/1994
Defect SummaryTrucks were assembled with the left-hand lower control arm to frame rear nut tightened below the specified torque. low torque on this nut may allow the attachment bolt to loosed and subsequently fatigue and break. the bolt breakage can cause the left hand control arm to separate from the frame.
Consequence SummaryIf this occurs, a loss of vehicle control and a crash could result.
Corrective SummaryDealers will tighten the left-hand lower control arm to frame rear nut to the proper torque specification.
NotesSystem: suspension; independent front control arm; lower.vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided in a reasonable amount of time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, or gmc at 1-313-456-4547. also, please contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD
94V212000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 08/01/1994 to 08/01/1994V (Vehicle)2910/28/1994MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.10/26/199411/02/1994571212
Defect SummaryThe windshields were installed with incorrect windshield opening pinch-weld-flange primer. this primer will not properly etch the painted surface of the flange, allowing the windshield to separate from the vehicle during a collision. this does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 212, windshield mounting.
Consequence SummaryConsequence of non-compliance: the separation of the windshield from the vehicle during collision increases the risk of injury for all persons involved.
Corrective SummaryDealers will remove the windshield and reinstall it using the correct primer.
NotesSystem: visual systems; glass; windshield.vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks.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 chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020; or gmc at 1-810-456-4547. also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SEATS
PE95050GENERAL MOTORS CORP.09/22/199512/22/1995FRONT SEAT BACK COLLAPSE95V246000
 Front seat back recliner attachment bolts loosen, fatigue, and fracture, allowing the seat to collapse backwards without warning.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - LEVER AND LINKAGE - COLUMN SHIFT
 Purchase truck new when driving the transmission is hard to shift took to dealer couldn't find a problem . tt
POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION
10/12/19991
 Transmission failed early
SEATS
 Driver's seat separated from the track. dealer has inspected vehicle. *ak
SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - RECLINER
 Driver's seatback rest collapsed due to a broken bolt on assembly. had it repaired under warranty, but has broken again. truck was a recall, but didn't receive a owner's notification letter. *ak
 Upon receipt of recall notice from mfr, consumer contacted dlr to schedule appt., dlr put vin in and found vehicle not included in recall, vehicle exhibits similar defect, both bolts have sheared off and driver's seat is in reclining position. *ak
TIRES - TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
06/08/20041
 While driving 20 mph the spare tire fell off from underneath the vehicle. consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and pulled over. consumer contacted the dealer, and was informed that the spare tire cable assembly needed to be replaced due to corrosion. *ak
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - MOTOR
06/22/20042
 While driving in inclement weather windshield wipers came on and off on their own. dealer was aware of this problem. mechanic informed consumer that this vehicle was not on recall. consumer informed the mechanic that this problem occurred more than once, and had not been resolved. *ak
 Windshield wipers went out . a recall has been isued. however, this vehicle was not included due to vin. the dealer has replaced the windshield wipers. *ak