1995 Chevrolet S10
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
8 recalls name the 1995 Chevrolet S10. Newest first.
Dope, inc. IS recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
Certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, p/nos. Fp10020-11b1, fp10026-11b1, and fp10027-11b1, sold after january 9, 2007, as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles listed above. the universal pressure regulators (upr) were produced without an o'ring and retainer.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel may leak, possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy
Delphi will notify owners and replace the upr free of charge. the recall began on april 23, 2007. owners can contact delphi at 877-411-8770.
This IS not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. however, it IS deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. vehicle description: certain light duty pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, or minivans equipped with 3-sensor ABS (antilock braking system) EBC4 units.
Risk and remedy
Risk
These vehicles can experience extended stopping distances during ABS stops on certain multiple surfaces, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will modify the computer program which operates the ABS unit on some vehicles, or replace the computer on others to improve the performance of the ABS on these surfaces.
Vehicle description: certain 4-wheel drive pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with ABS (antilock braking system) manufactured from september 1989 through august 1996. under certain driving conditions the switch which signals the ABS system whether the vehicle IS in 2-wheel or 4-wheel drive can malfunction causing increased stopping…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this occurred at a time when minimum stopping distance was required, a vehicle crash could occur without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will replace or repair the 4-wheel/2-wheel drive switch.
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, 2 and 4-wheel drive. solder joints near the wiring harness connector can crack causing the windshield wipers to work intermittently.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition can result in inoperative wipers, reducing a driver's visibility, and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover.
Vehicle description: extended cab pickup trucks equipped with 60/40 front bench seats and extended cab pickup trucks and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with manual locking recliner bucket seats. the outboard safety belt webbing on the driver's and/or passenger's seat can separate during a frontal impact.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If a separation occurred and there were secondary crash events or vehicle rollover, there would be no belt restraint of the occupant and increased injuries could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will install a protective cover over the recliner mechanism.
The intermediate steering shaft loosens at the steering shaft to steering gear coupling. with this looseness, the yoke pinch bolt can wear on the splines of the shaft until there IS no longer an interference between the splines and the bolt.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition can cause body to chassis movement allowing the steering shaft to separate from the steering gear which can result in a loss of steering control.
Remedy
Dealers will retorque the upper and lower bolts to correct specifications.
Fan blade rivet breakage can occur causing the fan blade to separate from the spider.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this occurred while the hood was open, a person working under the hood of the vehicle or in the vicinity of the vehicle could be struck by the fan blade and injured.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace, if necessary, the fan with a newer fan having thicker-headed rivets.
Owner complaints
911 complaints178 involved a crash13 involved a fire155 injuries1 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags · Exterior lighting · Seat belts
Takata inflators--air bag light IS on and stays on even after I had already had it reset,the dome light blows fuses more than it should sometimes 3-4 times a month,the blinkers act funny sometimes and the seat belts hang up and u have to pull on them a few times to get them to release so you can…
Takata inflators--air bag light IS on and stays on even after I had already had it reset,the dome light blows fuses more than it should sometimes 3-4 times a month,the blinkers act funny sometimes and the seat belts hang up and u have to pull on them a few times to get them to release so you can buckle them,the transmission grinds when you put it into reverse,the clutch fan came apart and I had to replace it and most of this happened when I was sitting still I have the recall#'s(n970033--n980043/nhtsa#98v150
- Suspension · Unknown or other · Wheels
Passenger side rear wheel does not line up with front wheel. passenger side rear wheel IS inward approximately 1 to 2 inches. drivers side rear wheel line up perfectly with the front drivers side wheel looking from front to back and vice versa. I was informed that this problem could be corrected by installing an adjustable panhard bar if I could find one to fit.
- Air bags · Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet S10. While driving 25 mph, the brakes failed to respond and the vehicle crashed into a tree. The anti lock brake system warning light illuminated prior to the failure and the air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. There were no injuries. The…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet S10. While driving 25 mph, the brakes failed to respond and the vehicle crashed into a tree. The anti lock brake system warning light illuminated prior to the failure and the air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. There were no injuries. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 69,000. updated 07/28/16*lj
- Service brakes, hydraulic
TL* the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet S10. While driving at approximately 15 to 20 mph, the contact depressed the brake pedal but to no avail. The brakes would not engage and the contact depressed the brake pedal several times before the vehicle came to a stop. The contact stated the failure would…
TL* the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet S10. While driving at approximately 15 to 20 mph, the contact depressed the brake pedal but to no avail. The brakes would not engage and the contact depressed the brake pedal several times before the vehicle came to a stop. The contact stated the failure would occur intermittently on several occasions. the vehicle had not yet been taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 170,000 and the current mileage was 190,000.
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet S10. while driving 55 mph in the rain, the windshield wipers completely stopped. there was a recall on the windshield wipers; however, the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign ID number 98v150001 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer). the contact has to…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet S10. while driving 55 mph in the rain, the windshield wipers completely stopped. there was a recall on the windshield wipers; however, the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign ID number 98v150001 (visibility:windshield wiper/washer). the contact has to purchase the windshield wipers and pulse module and repaired it himself. the failure mileage was 160,000. updated 10/28/08 *bf updated 10/29/08. *Jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Fan
While driving, fan came off in 1995 chevrolet blazer and damage the radiator. this IS similar to campaign 95v-180. if hood would have been open, this could have been a hazard. *Tr
- Fuel system, other › Storage › Tank assembly › Pressure relief devices
While driving, gasoline fumes can be smelled. We have had this problem since we purchased this vehicle. I have a 1995 chevrolet blazer S10. I know that there are several recalls for the fuel system/tank. truck turns off occasionally. before realizing the recalls, I have sent alot of time and money having mechanics look at it. several believe it to be a fuel issue and the gas odor IS safety risk. *tr
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Dt*: the contact stated the connection to the windshield wiper/washer motor functioned on an intermittent basis. The service dealer and manufacturer were contacted. updated 09/11/06. *Jb
- Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Stuck in 4X4 high can't change back to 2X4 or 4X4 low. *nm
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
1995 chevrolet S10 developed a problem with the egr valve clogging as well as problems with the brakes.***no answer required***. *Mr the manufacturer fixed this problem about two years ago but it has failed again. this IS the fourth time it has failed. *nm
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
From what I have been able to find out, there IS a carbon build up in the engine, and when some of this carbon flakes off it causes the egr valve to stick open slightly. This in turn causes the engine idle very erratically and most of the time causes the engie to stall. This always occurs when…
From what I have been able to find out, there IS a carbon build up in the engine, and when some of this carbon flakes off it causes the egr valve to stick open slightly. This in turn causes the engine idle very erratically and most of the time causes the engie to stall. This always occurs when slwoing down and stopping which IS quite the safety hazard as when the vehicle begins to lose power and stall all the power options such as steering and brakes are also lost. this has almost caused me to rear end people numerous times especially in situations when I have had to stop quickly. I was informed by my mechanic that this actually a recall and wheni contacted chevrolet they said it was not an official recall but if my vehicle had less than 75,000 miles on it I could have the problem fixed. Of course I had more than 75,000 miles and so they refused to do anything. other than this my truck runs great and I like it but it will cost approximately $700-$1000 to have this fixed and in all honesty it IS not my fault that my truck did not break until after the 75,000 mark. Instead I am being forced to get a new vehicle and spend money I should not have to because the truck IS unsafe to drive and the reapirs are to expensive in comparison to the actual value of the truck.
- Seat belts › Front
During a frontal crash the passenger seat belt faild to lock. Passenger was thrown forward in fully extended seatbelt. Passenger sustained facial injuries from hitting the dashboard. Driver also injured. Airbag deployed on driver, and driver's seat belt worked properly.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
While the vehicle was parked, the driver noticed fluid leaking from underneath the vehicle. it was taken to a garage for inspection, and the mechanic determined that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. *ak the problem was caused by moisture collecting in the protective shroud under the fuel tank. *sc *jb
- Air bags › Frontal
While driving, the consumer was involved in an head on collision. Upon hitting the vehicle head on, the vehicle also, hit a utility pole. The air bag did not deploy. The consumer was injured very badly. Please provide any further information. Please provide vehicle identification number. *jb
- Structure › Frame and members
The frame rail on our 1995 chevrolet blazer S-10 rusted through and broke at the rear suspension forward spring shackle, which was welded onto the frame at the factory. Upon further inspection the entire frame, and the cross members rusted to near nothing, and needed to be replaced. there was no…
The frame rail on our 1995 chevrolet blazer S-10 rusted through and broke at the rear suspension forward spring shackle, which was welded onto the frame at the factory. Upon further inspection the entire frame, and the cross members rusted to near nothing, and needed to be replaced. there was no rust on the body, sides or under side. This car had 90,000 miles on it, and was several thousand miles from being mechanically spent. $4500 estimate of repairs. *Ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While braking the brakes of the consumer's 1995 chevrolet S10 locked up and caused the vehicle to slide into a steel post. the consumer had no control over the vehicle. *nm the consumer sustained a concussion as a result of the accident. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed the consumer that the brakes were functioning as they should. *nm
- Engine and engine cooling
The vehicle has an ongoing problem with the oil coolant line failing while driving at various speeds. This failure results in the vehicle stalling, but it will restart within minutes. the vehicle was driven to the dealership, where the failure recurred. The coolant line has been replaced twice.…
The vehicle has an ongoing problem with the oil coolant line failing while driving at various speeds. This failure results in the vehicle stalling, but it will restart within minutes. the vehicle was driven to the dealership, where the failure recurred. The coolant line has been replaced twice. The first failure occurred at 30,000 then 60,000 and now at 120,000. It seems to be occurring every 30,000 miles. *jb the intake was leaking oil. *sc
- Air bags › Frontal
(1)THE vehicle was involved frontal impact crash; 2)THE airbags failed to deploy,;and the occupant was injured. (3)nothing was done to correct the failure, the vehicle was totaled.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery
After smelling gas consumer discovered that vehicle was using lots of gas. consumer took vehicle to the dealer, where corrosion was found on the access line. it was replaced by the consumer. *ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Recall 98v150001 concerning windshield wiper wiring. Windshield wipers worked intermittently. Dealer and the manufacturer were notified. *Ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Intermittently windshield wipers became inoperable, obstructing the driver's view. A recall was issued on similar makes and models of 1995. However, this vehicle was not included due to vin. *ak *la
- Unknown or other
The spare tire carrier located underneath the truck broke. The cable frayed and snapped. As a result, the spare tire fell off while driving on the highway at 70 mph. the dealer indicated there was no recall. *jb the spare tire and the rim fell onto the freeway. the spare tire was never used. *sc *jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While braking ABS failed, causing extended stopping distance. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When depressing the brake pedal vehicle did not stop at the desired stopping point. Vehicle was taken to a repair shop, where no problems were found with the brakes. consumer found recall 99i006000 for this make, model, and year concerning ABS brake failure. *Ak brakes failed in 5 different occasions in a month. *la
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
I own a 1995 chevrolet S10 2WD pickup truck. I have experienced several occasions where my antilock brakes have failed to stop me in a reasonable distance. I have not yet recieved a notice from the manufacturer so I was wondering what I should do. Thank you.*ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Loss of power assist
There is no summary currently available
- Spare tire separation from vehicle
- Separation of spare tire from vehicle
Alleged that wire cable/winch assembly which holds the spare tire/wheel assembly uder the rear of the vehicle may fail, allowing the tire to fall from the vehicle while in motion
- Windshield wiper failure
There is no summary currently available
- Windshield wiper
During this preliminary evaluation, over 400 additional complaints were furnished by gm.in addition gm reported over 3000 wiper system warranty repairs on the subject vehicles.
- ABS braking system
This investigation resulted in a safety recall, 99v-193, and a service campaign, 99i-006.
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
- 10232287This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10010651Paint code unknown for front bumper and wheel flare.
- 10007838Diagnostic information for intermittent transmission downshift, slip, busy/cycling tcc or noisy cooling fan.
- 10000749Antilock brake (ABS) activation at low speeds on various models including the 1995 and 1996 envoy.
- 10000062Antilock brake (ABS) activation at low speeds.
- 634999Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks.
- 625141Customers may comment that the seat recliner handle IS stripped.
- 619742This technical service bulletin states that technicians may experience difficulty in removing the connectors from the park / neutral position switch, usually when trying to remove the switch during transmission service.
- 615106Product recall campaign involving windshield wiper motor replacement.
- 608382Subject regarding ABS 3-sensor EBC4 - special policy.
- 52935Information concerning engine knock/rattle or tap noise before engine has reached operating temperature or under light load conditions at operating temperature (replace piston and/or rod assemblies). Ak
- 51302Knock, rattle or tap noise from the engine before the engine has reached operating temperature or under light load conditions at operating temperature knock, rattle or tap noise from the engine before the engine has reached operating temperature or under light load conditions at rature (replace piston and/or rod assemblies).
- 45807Windshield wiper blade chatter(replace wiper arm and blade).
- 43027Unknown
- 43017Unknown
- 43001Unknown
- 41078Stepper motor cruise control will not resume or reset (replace smcc module).
- 41067Recall campaign 95-c-27 - general motors has determined that certain 1995 s/t trucks equipped with 4.3L engines (rpo L35 - vin code w) and manual transmissions (rpo M50) were built with an incorrect emission engine family description name on the emission (tune-up) label. To correct this condition, it will be necessary to install a new emission label.
- 41065Administrative message to dealers announcing and providing instructions for recall campaigns 95-c-31, 95-c-33, 95-c-34 and 95-c-35.
- 38075Low torque on lifter retainer bolts.
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