1991 Chevrolet C1500
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1991 Chevrolet C1500. Newest first.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy
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.
Certain 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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This 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.
Remedy
Honeywell 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).
Owner complaints
39 complaints1 involved a crash2 involved a fire1 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Tires
Driving at 50mph front left tire separated luckily I was able to control vehicle. A spare was put on-some minor damage to truck undercarriage. *tr
- Structure › Body
TL* the contact owns a 1991 chevrolet c1500. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was found that the frame was perforated due to rust. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was not available.
- Tires
I was driving on freeway 65 miles an hour. This IS the first time it happened in 2011. My truck felt like someone lassoed my bumper. I was out of control but no one got hurt . Thank god! when I was able to get out and check my tire, it still had air in it but the tread had separated and wrapped…
I was driving on freeway 65 miles an hour. This IS the first time it happened in 2011. My truck felt like someone lassoed my bumper. I was out of control but no one got hurt . Thank god! when I was able to get out and check my tire, it still had air in it but the tread had separated and wrapped around my rear axle. Tread was still attached to tire also. The chevy 1990 truck had almost rolled. I never seen anything like it before! I have great pictures of this ! 2ND time I was on highway doing 65 and tread separated again. This IS 2013. This time tread damaged my rear fender. I have pictures of this also. Tire still had air in it. Total tread separation! big o tire pathmax 31x10 50r15lt. Big o isn't big o any more so I went to another big o and they would not replace my tire under my lifetime warranty because it wasn't there shop! What IS this??!! *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic
Uneven front brake application. Medium brake pressure energized right front only causing severe right steer. Heavy brake pressure energized both front brakes only to leave left front brake locked. problem occurred gradually and progressively worsened to danger level, especially on wet or loose…
Uneven front brake application. Medium brake pressure energized right front only causing severe right steer. Heavy brake pressure energized both front brakes only to leave left front brake locked. problem occurred gradually and progressively worsened to danger level, especially on wet or loose surfaces. inspection determined the left front brake hose support clamp had been over compressed in manufacturing causing gradual compression of the inner hydraulic line to the point of virtual closure. The only flow possible was at elevated pressure and also preventing return flow causing severe and extended caliper clamping pressure. failed part IS available for inspection. *tr
- Structure
Instrument panel does not work. when the truck gets hot, the emergency light comes on ,and the whole instrument panel control does not operate properly. when this happens, and when trying to turn the panel on and off nothing comes off. Consumer cannot read the amount of fuel in tank or how fast vehicle IS traveling. *ak
- Power train › Driveline › Driveshaft
While pulling into highway driveshaft has broken in half. dealer and manufacturer were not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.*ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Multiple failures. any impact on the module restarts windshield wipers.*ak
- Seats › Front assembly › Head restraint
Vehicle didn't come equipped with head rests and consumer would like them to be added to the vehicle, consumer IS concerned because the seats would not prevent whiplash or decapitation. *slc
- Tires › Tread/belt
PE00 020 ; consumer was traveling about 35mph on side street and felt steering wheel vibrating back and forth. when he got home he noticed that left front tire tread separated from the rim. firestone wilderness#at, p23575r15, #dot VDH1. There were no injuries.he also contacted firestone.*ak…
PE00 020 ; consumer was traveling about 35mph on side street and felt steering wheel vibrating back and forth. when he got home he noticed that left front tire tread separated from the rim. firestone wilderness#at, p23575r15, #dot VDH1. There were no injuries.he also contacted firestone.*ak the tire tread separated from the casing and the side wall. there was cracking too at the tread. the customer had experienced this problem with firestone. *yh
- Tires
In march, 2000, the left front tire began to buldge and show signs of tread separation, upon having it inspected, it was determined that the tire was in fact separating. The tire was replaced at that time. And now the right rear tire IS showing signs of separation and in contacting the firestone…
In march, 2000, the left front tire began to buldge and show signs of tread separation, upon having it inspected, it was determined that the tire was in fact separating. The tire was replaced at that time. And now the right rear tire IS showing signs of separation and in contacting the firestone company on this, I was told the tires are not part of the recall and if I think they are unsafe then maybe I should think of replacing them. Upon telling them that this IS the second tire that has separated I do not understand why they will not replace these tires. My truck IS parked because I am afraid for my saftey as well as others. Please let me know what I can do to get these replaced. They are unsafe and just because they were not manufacted in the decatur plant does not mean they are not faulty.( dot number: vn tire size: p235/75r15 )
- Structure › Frame and members
While power washing the frame noticed cracks on both sides of frame. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further information. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
After changeing the brakes for the 4 time I have never changed rear brakes due to the fact that they are still new. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Intermittently when the brakes are applied they go partially to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. dealer has been notified. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Was driving vehicle 35mph in the rain & applied the brakes. ABS brakes locked up and vehicle slid. Vehicle was not controlable. Felt like being on ice. Finally got vehicle to stop. Contacted dealer & took vehicle in for repairs. ABS brake system was replaced. manufacturer was contacted & was given a file number. Problem with the ABS brakes has reappeared. *Ak
- Electrical system › Ignition
When going up a hill after driving for awhile ignition fuse shorts out, as if the key was taken out of the ignition. Fuse had to be replaced in order to start back up. Dealer has not seen vehicle. *Ak
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
A mechanism within the latch plate of the lap belt has malfunctioned, causing the seat belt to become inoperable. Please give anuy further details. *ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Windshield wipers would quit working after being in use for a while. Would start up on their own at anytime. Would have no warning. This would cause poor visibility for the driver. *ak
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
Seat belt buckles are inoperable. the dealer and manufacturer has been notified. *ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Windshield wipers will turn on and off intermittently or be totally inoperative, will not start, causing loss of visibility. *Ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Windshield wiper circuit board failed, recall component however vehicle denied to due location of assembly production (not included in recall).
- Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
Plastic toggle inside of the seat belt buckle breaks causing fastener failure.
- Structure › Frame and members
Paint has been chipping for quite some time, but recently a large chunk of snow slid off the roof as I was driving, along with the snow was a rather large section of paint, obscuring my view.i was forced to pull off to the side of the road to avoid an accident and remove the section of paint. This was certainly a hazard and there are more paint chips ready to fall off at anytime.
- Seats › Front assembly › Head restraint
Truck IS not equipted with head rests on seats.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Engine failed causing smoke and fire. ohio state police report.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads
Brake pads too small on inside, causing faster wear and damage to rotor.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 634339Some customers may comment on front door hinge pin bushing wear, front door sag, or door chucking movement in extreme operating conditions.
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