Chevrolet K20 1980
Model K20 made in 1980 by Chevrolet got 1 consumer complain there is 1 investigation as well as 2 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference to steering. . The car had one investigation (fuel system, gasoline). There were some recalls concerningequipment, service brakes, hydraulic.
Model 1980
Recalls
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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EQUIPMENT | ||||||||||||||||
07E088000 | HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. | E (Equipment) | 121680 | 11/08/2007 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/24/2007 | 10/30/2007 | ||||||||
Defect Summary | Certain 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 Summary | This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Honeywell 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. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | 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. | |||||||||||||||
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - VACUUM | ||||||||||||||||
81V010000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 08/01/1978 to 06/01/1979 | V (Vehicle) | 320677 | 01/09/1981 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 01/13/1981 | 02/12/1981 | |||||||
Defect Summary | Fatigue cracks may develop in the brake vacuum booster housing. this may cause a vacuum leak and reduce the effectiveness of the brakes. after prolonged use, the cracks may develop to the extent that the booster may separate from the vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | Vehicles will be inspected for fatigue cracks in the brake vacuum booster. those without cracks will have a support brace installed. those with evidence of cracking will have a new brake vacuum booster and support brace installed. this service will be provided at no charge. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with vacuum power disc/drum brakes.system: service brakes; vacuum brake booster housing.consequences of defect: separation will result in a loss of braking abilitywithout prior warning and may lead to an accident. partial loss of brakingability may also lead to an accident, particularly in situations where minimumstopping distance is required. |
Investigations
NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||
EA92041 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 12/08/1992 | 03/09/1995 | FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY | ||
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Consumer Complaints
Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
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STEERING | |||
06/01/1999 | 1 | ||
Steering housing cracked causing poor steering ability. *yc |