Chevrolet T10 1991

Model T10 made in 1991 by Chevrolet got 1 investigation as well as 3 recalls. The car had one investigation (engine and engine cooling). There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline and suspension.

Model 1991

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE
91V108000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 01/01/1990 to 02/01/1991V (Vehicle)10288507/03/1991MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.06/21/199107/01/1991571301
Defect SummaryVehicles have been shipped with the fuel tank sender seal out of position.
Consequence SummaryIn the event of rollover accident, an out of postionseal could allow fuel spillage in excess of the amount prescribed by fmvss 301.spilled fuel could ignite near an ignition source.
Corrective SummaryReplace sender seals.
NotesSystem: fuel systems; fmvss 301.vehicle description: light trucks and multi-purpose vehicles.
SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM - LOWER ARM
90V193000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 08/01/1990 to 08/01/1990V (Vehicle)23711/27/1990MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.11/14/199011/29/1990
Defect SummaryNuts used to attach lower control arms, rear spring and shackle, and rear shock absorbers do not meet specifications and could strip.
Consequence SummaryStripping of the nuts in the rear suspension could reduceclamp load on lower control arm, which could allow the arm to detach, resultingin loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Corrective SummaryReplace lower control arm attachment nuts as well as rear spring and shackle, and rear shock absorber nuts.
NotesSystem: lower control arm attaching nuts.vehicle description: light duty trucks
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD
90V107000GENERAL MOTORS CORP.from 02/01/1990 to 02/01/1990V (Vehicle)18106/15/1990MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.06/04/199006/14/1990571212
Defect SummaryUse of improper primer on metal surfaces of windshield and side window openings could cause low adhesion to the metal surface and would not provide retention required by fmvss 212.
Consequence SummaryWindshield and side window glass would not prevent theejection of vehicle occupants during a vehicle crash, which causes seriousinjuries and fatalities.
Corrective SummaryRemove and reinstall glass using proper primer.
NotesSystem: windshield and side window mounting; fmvss 212.vehicle description: utility, pickup, and extended cab pickup trucks.

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
EA94029GENERAL MOTORS CORP.07/29/199407/31/1996ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
 An alleged malfunction in the atlernator resulting in engine compartmet fires.