1994 Chevrolet Pickup
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 1994 Chevrolet Pickup. Newest first.
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."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
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.
Owner complaints
58 complaints4 involved a crash1 involved a fire2 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Exterior lighting
The contact called on behalf of a 1994 Chevrolet GMT-400. The contact stated while driving uphill at night, she suddenly noticed that there was a vehicle at a complete stop in front of her. The contact stated that she swerved to avoid the vehicle; however, the driver's side front end of the vehicle…
The contact called on behalf of a 1994 Chevrolet GMT-400. The contact stated while driving uphill at night, she suddenly noticed that there was a vehicle at a complete stop in front of her. The contact stated that she swerved to avoid the vehicle; however, the driver's side front end of the vehicle hit the rear passenger's side bumper of the other occupied vehicle. The contact stated that the tail lights and the brake lights of the other vehicle were not engaged as they had failed. The contact stated there were no injuries sustained; however, the occupants of the vehicle were transported to the hospital with the assistance of emergency units. A police report was filed. The contact's vehicle was totaled. The other vehicle was driven to the residence. There was no further information provided. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 chevrolet pickup. the contact stated that while attempting to activate the windshield wipers, they failed to work. intermittently, after several minutes, the wipers may function properly; however, it IS difficult to determine because they are not used often. the local…
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 chevrolet pickup. the contact stated that while attempting to activate the windshield wipers, they failed to work. intermittently, after several minutes, the wipers may function properly; however, it IS difficult to determine because they are not used often. the local dealer and manufacturer both stated that the vin was not included in the recall. the recall number was unknown. the failure mileage was 70,000 and current mileage was 74,000.update 09/10/08 *cw
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Complaint received via e-mail. I have a 1994 chevrolet pickup, the windshield wipers have stopped several times while I was driving in the rain. I heard through a friend that there was a recall for my type of truck. This prompted me to come to this site and look it up. I found a recall with…
Complaint received via e-mail. I have a 1994 chevrolet pickup, the windshield wipers have stopped several times while I was driving in the rain. I heard through a friend that there was a recall for my type of truck. This prompted me to come to this site and look it up. I found a recall with campaign ID number 03v159000. I then called a local dealer and after giving my vin #, I was told that there were no open campaigns on this vehicle. I then called the 800 number for chevrolet that was on the report and was also told by them that there were no open campaigns on my vehicle. I understand that there was an analysis done that probably produced a list on vins that were affected by this recall. However, my vehicle was exhibiting the same symptoms as those listed in the recall. This was a very dangerous situation. At the current time I do not have the resources to have the repairs made. I believe that if this problem resulted in a recall of these vehicles to repair the circuit board, and my vehicle was showing the same symptoms, the company should at least evaluate the problem to see if this was the cause of my windshield wipers malfunctioning. I do not believe that this was an unreasonable request. *ak (11/23/05) *sc I do not remember the exact date that I called, however it was between the 2ND and 20TH of november 2004. I did however write down the service request number given to me by the representative I spoke with. Service request # 1-276472594
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
While driving in inclement weather windshield wipers came on and off intermittently. consumer will contact the dealer the next day.*ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Intermittently while driving in inclement weather windshield wipers failed. this caused poor visibility to the driver. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic informed determined that the windshield wiper motor needed to be replaced. *ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
While driving front windshield wipers failed intermittently. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *Ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
While driving in inclement weather windshield wipers failed. this caused poor visibility to the driver. however, consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it home. the cause of the problem had not been determined. Consumer will contact the dealer in the near future. *Ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Windshield wipers failed intermittently. A recall was issued; however,this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin.*ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Windshield wipers fail intermittently. this erratic performance distracts the driver and impairs his vision. Dealer states " a recall was issued for this part; however this vehicle was not included in recall due to vin. *ak
- Visibility › Rear window wiper/washer › Motor
Windshield wiper motor fails intermittently. *Ak windshield wipers fails to work during rain. *Ts
- Visibility › Rear window wiper/washer › Motor
Windshield wipers failed intermittently. A recall was issued for the problem; however this vehicle was not included due to vin. *ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Windshield wipers failed intermittently. There was a recall issued; however this vehicle was not included due to vin. *ak the wipers would stop working while driving in inclement weather. the consumer felt gm was trying to avoid expanding the recall for other vehicles that experienced the same problem. the consumer wanted answers as to why his vehicle wasn't covered in the recall. *ph *nlm
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch
Problems with 1994 chevrolet pickup truck brake lights.*mr the brake lights did not work since the recall was done. *Ts *jb
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Consumer's vehicle IS having the same problem as mentioned in recall 03v15900 concerning windshield wipers. dealer would not repair because vin was not included. *ak the motor was replaced but the wipers remained intermittent. the consumer would have to raise the hood and physically hit the wiper motor in order to get it to work. *scc *jb
- Visibility › Rear window wiper/washer
Consumer states that windshield wipers stop intermittently. they stop sometimes about 5-10 minutes, then they start up again. this impairs driver's vision, especially when it IS raining hard. consumer called manufacturer regarding this problem ,and was told that it was not a recall.*ak…
Consumer states that windshield wipers stop intermittently. they stop sometimes about 5-10 minutes, then they start up again. this impairs driver's vision, especially when it IS raining hard. consumer called manufacturer regarding this problem ,and was told that it was not a recall.*ak 1994 chevrolet pickup truck experiencing problems with windshield wipers. wipers stop working intermittenly while in use. they stop for about 5 to 10 minutes then start back up again. consumer says that this problem impairs his vision while driving in very bad inclement weather. consumer notified the manufacturer as far as his problem and was told that the windshield wipers have not been recalled.*mr
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Consumer has a problem with windshield wipers not working properly. Consumer stated that after turning on wipers there are times when at least ten minutes pass before they start to work. Vehicle has been taken to dealer, and the manufacturer has been notified.*ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
There IS a problem with the windshield wiper motor for about a month. the consumer has to hit on the motor in order for the wipers to operate. the consumer purchased new wind shield wipers for the cost of $88.13 because it was not covered by recall.*ak *cb
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch
The brake lights were repaired under a recall but recurred. the brake lights stop working without warning. *nlm *ts *jb
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
The windshield wipers failed intermittently while driving. the consumer saw a recall that stated that this problem was recalled under recall #03v159000, which IS suppose to be mailed out sometime this month according to odi. Consumer states that this IS dangerous because his wipers stop when it IS raining hard. *nlm
- Visibility › Rear window wiper/washer › Motor
Consumer stated the transistor board that completes the connections to the wiper motor, failed on many occasions. the wipers would work fine on a dry/sunny day, but if it were humid/foggy, the wipers would fail. the dealership was contacted and stated it wasn't a safety issue, and the consumer had them replaced. scc *jb
- Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices
The glass mirrow separated from the mounting flying onto the side of the road. These mirrows are held onto the metal by two spots of glue. If there had been a pedestrian on the side of the road he would have been hit by the glass.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system
Fuel injection pump has failed four times, this causes vehicle to stop while being driven, consumer has contacted manufacturer about this problem. nlm . *ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Regarding wiper motor as reported recently in the media. my wiper motor IS failing and I have to sometimes start it with my hands to get it going. *Ak
- Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Latch
The door latches dont work properly. Dealer serviced them when purchased. the latches fail intermittently with no warning. The door has opened while turning if not locked.*ak
- Tires › Tread/belt
Attorney writing on the behalf of 4 accidents in which he states were caused by tread separation on goodyear 16 inch load range e steel belted radial tires, this particular police report states the right rear tire blewout causing driver to lose control of the vehicle, the vehicle experienced a rollover and consumer was injured in accident, owner of the vehicle IS madera components system, 6323 w van bren. *slc
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Cracking/fracture of chassis frame rails
Cracks in the left and right frame rails have been observed aft of the passenger cab and forward or the rear wheels on the subject vehicles.
- ABS braking system
This investigation resulted in a safety recall, 99v-193, and a service campaign, 99i-006.
- ABS braking system fails
There is no summary currently available
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.
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10168979This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable. E version update is to add administrative details.
- 10165876This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable.
- 10141381This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 634226Subject regarding lubrication of propeller shaft double cardan cv type u-joint centering ball and seat.*nlm
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