Chevrolet S10 1983
Model S10 made in 1983 by Chevrolet got 7 consumer complains, 3 investigations there are 4 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to power train, seat belts and structure. Technical service bulletines regarding latches/locks/linkages, structure and visibility. The car had some investigations: electrical system, suspension. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting, power train.
Model 1983
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | ||||||||||||||||
| 06E026000 | PRO-A MOTORS, INC. | E (Equipment) | 61944 | 04/03/2006 | OVSC | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 03/23/2006 | 03/23/2006 | 571 | 108 | ||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled lamp model numbers.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| 06E049000 | CK MOTORSPORT, INC. | E (Equipment) | 27176 | 07/01/2006 | OVSC | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 05/24/2006 | 06/05/2006 | 571 | 108 | ||||||
| Defect Summary | Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the vehicle manufacturers.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled | |||||||||||||||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 08E050000 | K2 MOTOR CORPORATION | E (Equipment) | 1921 | 12/17/2008 | OVSC | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 08/11/2008 | 08/14/2008 | 571 | 108 | ||||||
| Defect Summary | K2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. these headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. the recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. owners may contact k2 motor at 1-909-839-2992. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by honda, ford, or chrysler llc. 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. | |||||||||||||||
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION - LUBRICANT | ||||||||||||||||
| 84V073000 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | from 02/01/1982 to 08/01/1982 | V (Vehicle) | 35919 | 07/26/1984 | MFR | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 06/18/1984 | 07/10/1984 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Rear wheels may lock suddenly due to insufficient lubrication between mainshaft and first gear. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealer will replace transmission fluid with a blended fluid and in addition, will update the maintenance schedule. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with 5-speed manual transmissions.system: transmission; lubrication.consequences of defect: when vehicle is in fifth gear, the transmission couldlock the rear wheels, possibly resulting in sudden loss of control and anaccident. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH | |||||
| GM161514 | 04/01/1995 | 92-153-10 | 41072 | End gate latch rattle (install revised striker). *tw | 11/01/1995 |
| STRUCTURE - BODY - HOOD | |||||
| GM561204 | 04/01/1995 | 41076 | Water leak at the a/c recirculation door (install new hood hinge seal). *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | |||||
| 9310A343 | 02/01/1993 | 39431 | Front door side glass binding/track disengagement. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||||||
| PE87003 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 10/27/1986 | 07/16/1987 | ELECT. FAILURES/FIRES | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| SUSPENSION | ||||||
| PE88047 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 04/19/1988 | 11/07/1988 | REAR AXLE FAILURE | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| EA89003 | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. | 11/07/1988 | 08/24/1990 | REAR AXLE SHAFT | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 10/02/1998 | |||
| Ongoing problem with the plastic pawl kit; the plastic keep stripping out, causing vehicle not to be able to change gear or stop. dealer notified, and informed consumer that the problem is a recall, but refused to repair unless cost goes to consumer. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | |||
| When starting and driving the clutch moved out of gear . tt | |||
| POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY - PEDAL/LINKAGE | |||
| 07/20/1999 | 4 | ||
| Clutch pedal has been replaced four times in the past two years, once resulting in a collision. manufacturer has been notified. *ak | |||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | |||
| 12/15/1995 | 5 | ||
| Rear seat belt fails to secure child safety seat. *sd | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||
| 01/07/1995 | |||
| Flames coming from tachometer manufacturer offer no assistance. tt | |||
| TIRES - TREAD/BELT | |||
| 05/27/2002 | |||
| There are knots and tread separation on tire. size, dot# unknown.*ak | |||
| WHEELS - LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS | |||
| 07/12/1997 | 1 | ||
| Wheel studs on left front wheel sheared, causing wheel to strike oncoming vehicle. | |||