1992 GMC C1500
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1992 GMC C1500. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
1 recall names the 1992 GMC C1500. Newest first.
Unanticipated heat in the transmission can force the transmission fluid out of the vent tube.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The vented transmission fluid can catch fire if exposedto a source of ignition.
Remedy
Install a longer transmission vent hose routed to the left side of the engine compartment of the vehicle.
Owner complaints
17 complaints1 involved a crash2 involved a fire
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Tires › Tread/belt
I have had catastrophic failures of 3 remington xt120 tires. I suspect there IS a defect in materials or manufacturing that warrants investigation. my brother and at least 2 friends have had similar problems. *jb
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Consumer stated the windshield wipers stopped working. Mr *jg *jb
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
I have found that you have a recall for this (#98v150001), but it only applies to 1994 -1996 vehicles. my 1992 has problems with the windshield wipers only working intermittently. I believe that it could be the solder joints as well. this issue may not be limited to years 1994-1996. please investigate.*ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
The windshield wipers fail to work properly. They would go on/off. Would come back on by themselves without turning switch off or on. Presently, will not shut off right away after switch IS turned off. This causes the driver to have very poor visibility. It IS an an intermittent problem that IS getting worse. Has not been to dealer. *ak
- Seats › Front assembly › Recliner
Driver's seatback broke while driving which may have caused a loss of vehicle control. please provide further information and vin#. *ak
- Seats
While driving the seat track and anchors broke, causing the seat to slide forwards and backwards. the dealer has been notified. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
Brakess continue to fail after several component replacements.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When brakes are applied the pedal goes to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
When trying to stop the truck and stepping on the brake pedal, the truck does not stop right away, it stops very slowly. *ak *slc
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
While driving in inclement weather the windshield wipers seize while in motion and cause extreme difficulty in vision and vehicle control. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Vehicle fire.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
When driving the vehicle and braking the vehicle chattered . The front brake rotors and the disc had to be replaced. The system has rear ABS. *ak
- Structure › Frame and members
Operator noticed vibration and frame cracked. Explain more detail. *ak
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist system
Temporary loss of power steering, especially when starting vehicle. tt
- Parking brake › Conventional
Parked slight incline, emergency parking brakes was set and vehicle was left idling, park released itself, making a noise impact 6:00, going at 50FT. tt
- Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
Alternator malfunction twice in two years. tt
- Exterior lighting › Turn signal
Short circuit in turn indicator wiring causing a fire inside the cabin. tt
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.
- 52350Engine hard to start (replace fuel pump pulsator).
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