1994 Chevrolet Silverado
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Owner complaints
210 complaints7 involved a crash4 involved a fire4 injuries1 deaths
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Latest complaints
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 1994 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph, the vehicle stalled as he approached a stop sign. The vehicle restarted however, the failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the engine was replaced. The…
TL* the contact owns a 1994 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph, the vehicle stalled as he approached a stop sign. The vehicle restarted however, the failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the engine was replaced. The vehicle was then taken to another dealer, who diagnosed that engine failed and recommended some of the parts be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 142,652. updated 09/02/14*lj updated 09/18/2014 *js
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 1994 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, she noticed that the temperature gauge displayed that the engine was overheating. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the radiator would need to…
TL* the contact owns a 1994 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, she noticed that the temperature gauge displayed that the engine was overheating. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the radiator would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000. updated 11/12/13*cn
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 1994 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that when he applied the brakes, the brake sfailed. The failure recurred numerous times. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was unavailable. The failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 105,000.
- Service brakes, hydraulic
When I applied my brakes as I backed out of my driveway , the brake petal went to the floor. Upon closer inspection under my truck I notice brake fluid leaking from between the frame and fuel tank . I then notice that the brake line had rusted through and I had no warning . The brake lines are…
When I applied my brakes as I backed out of my driveway , the brake petal went to the floor. Upon closer inspection under my truck I notice brake fluid leaking from between the frame and fuel tank . I then notice that the brake line had rusted through and I had no warning . The brake lines are located where you cannot see them making inspection of them nearly impossible . I was lucky where I was when the brakes failed .
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system
1994 chevy silverado k2500 V8 heating system IS faulty and after use it catches on fire. Causing a safety concern to yourself and those around you. My truck caught fire on the freeway causing safety concerns here IS a link of others that have had the same problem. http://www.carcomplaints.com/chevrolet/silverado/2005/electrical/blower_motor_wiring_caught_fire.shtml. *Tr
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Dt*: the contact stated the windshield wipers work intermittently. there IS a nhtsa recall, # 03v159000, regarding the visibility windshield wiper/washer. the vin was not included in the recall.
- Seat belts › Front › Retractor
1994 chevrolet silverado was in vehicle crash. crash was offset frontal crash with another vehicle. ohio state patrol says the 1994 chevrolet went left of center, collision was with an advance cement truck. my father in law was driving and was wearing seat belt. paramedics unbelted him to treat…
1994 chevrolet silverado was in vehicle crash. crash was offset frontal crash with another vehicle. ohio state patrol says the 1994 chevrolet went left of center, collision was with an advance cement truck. my father in law was driving and was wearing seat belt. paramedics unbelted him to treat him, according to the officer. the montgomery county coroners report lists blunt force trauma to the chest as cause of death. most of his ribs, his sternum, the left pelvis, and most of the bones in his left leg were broken. he died as a result of this crash, and I believe the seat belt retractor did not function properly to allow his chest to contact the steering column. *jb
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
My windshield wipers stop working intermittently. This just happened again yesterday (they work today). It has been happening for quite sometime. Fortunately it does not rain too often in the la area. this windshield wiper issue has led to several close calls. I suspect that my vehicle has a…
My windshield wipers stop working intermittently. This just happened again yesterday (they work today). It has been happening for quite sometime. Fortunately it does not rain too often in the la area. this windshield wiper issue has led to several close calls. I suspect that my vehicle has a defective unit as described in your nhtsa campaign ID number 03v159000. I contacted a local chevrolet dealer and was told that my vehicle was not part of the recall. I disagree completely. My vin number IS [xxx]. I would appreciate your assistance in getting this issue resolved. More importantly, I would like other owners of the same vehicle be notified that they should get their windshield wiper motor inspected and repaired. respectfully yours, [xxx]. *nm updated 07/17/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6)
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Dt: the consumer fells that this vehicle should have been included in the 2001-2002 recall concerning windshield wiper circuit board. 1994 , cheverolet, silverado pickup. This has always been a problem since the family owned it. The wipers work intermittently. Consumer had this problem fixed at her expense last week. *ak *nm
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Dt: the consumer owns a 1994 chevy silverado 1500. Consumer states that he does not have adjusters on his back brakes. In order for the consumer to adjust the back brakes, he has to take the wheels and the hub off to adjust them . when the wheel IS put back on, it was so loose that the vehicle…
Dt: the consumer owns a 1994 chevy silverado 1500. Consumer states that he does not have adjusters on his back brakes. In order for the consumer to adjust the back brakes, he has to take the wheels and the hub off to adjust them . when the wheel IS put back on, it was so loose that the vehicle did not have any brakes. Gm dealer told the consumer that his vin did not qualify for the recall on the ABS recall. The brake shoes on the rear has not been replaced since 1994 and consumer went in to have them replaced and the dealer said they were like brand new. The brake shoes on the rear IS not touching the hub. Consumer has to change the brake on his front every three months. *tt *jb
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Dt:1994 chevrolet windshield wipers do not work, the windshield wiper motor makes a squealing type noise. if the vehicle IS shut off the wipers will sometime work. behind the motor can be tapped with a screw driver and it starts working. there has been a recall on some 1994 models, but his vehicle does not fall under this recall.*ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Windshield wiper motor failed in the rain. I noted there IS a recall involving the problem, so I called my chevrolet dealer to schedule repairs. The dealer claims that there IS no recall. The recall I refer to IS: gm recall no. 03023.*Ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Switch/wiring
While driving through a rain storm the windshield wipers work intermittently causing poor visibility. owner has contacted the dealer and the manufacturer. provide further details. *nm
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Front windshield wipers worked intermittently or were inoperative during inclement condition. Dealer was notified, and d informed the consumer that this vehicle was not covered under the recall due to vin. *ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
The consumer stated the windshield wipers failed intermittently. Please provide additional information. *jb
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
The windshield wipers failed intermittently. A recall was issued, however the vehicle identification number was outside of the remedy scope. Please provide additional information. *Jb
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Windshield wipers worked intermittently. manufacturer was contacted and stated there was nothing they could do.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
A rock fell from the mountains while driving and hit the fuel tank. gasoline started leaking from the tank. Consumer took the vehicle to dealer, and mechanic determined that fuel tank needed to be replaced. *ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Consumer complained that windshield wipers work intermittently in inclement weather. dealer was informed. *Ak
- Tires
I want to report tire separation on three of my dunlop p25570sr15rover-atsl tires purchased from tires unlimited of dayton oh . All three went bad at the same time with only 30,000 miles on them. I replaced them with their recommended firestone tires at a cost to me of about $340.00.*ak
- Unknown or other
I notified gm that the paint was peeling on the hood and driver side front fender, they said too bad. The other repair I did was the windshield wiper motor be for I new about the recall on windshiedd wiper motors in may of 2003. I think that the paint should last longer than it has on my truck, a lot longer.
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
When driving in the rain the windshield wipers failed, causing the driver to pull off the road. Consumer contacted the dealership, but problem recurred. *Ak *mr
- Visibility › Rear window wiper/washer › Motor
Intermittently windshield wipers become inoperable, obstructing the driver's view. A recall has been issued on similar makes and models. However, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak *mr
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
When driving in the rain, the windshield wipers failed, causing the driver to pull off the road. the incident happened three times.*ak *jb
- Visibility › Rear window wiper/washer › Motor
Windshield wipers fail to function properly. they will either stop then restart of wouldn't work at all when in use. there IS recall 03v159000 on this issue, but this vehicle IS not included due to vin. *ak
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
- 10017191Supplement to bulletin 99-06-04-047a for fuel system cleaning.
- 10007838Diagnostic information for intermittent transmission downshift, slip, busy/cycling tcc or noisy cooling fan.
- 10005412Spring slap noise from the rear of the gmt 400 series truck.
- 634999Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks.
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