1992 GMC Sonoma
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 1992 GMC Sonoma. Newest first.
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).
Certain r&b, inc. Central multiport fuel injection (cmfi) fuel return lines, models help 55163, napa balkamp 700-3270, and the connection 2560001, sold for use as replacement equipment for the vehicles listed above. the fuel return line has a mechanical bleed valve which was not installed at the proper torque.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A fuel leak can occur at the valve, possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy
R&b, inc. Will notify owners and at the customers request, either replace the fuel line or offer a full refund. the recall began on may 4, 2006. owners may contact r&b, inc. At 215-712-5330.
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.
Owner complaints
25 complaints3 involved a crash1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags › Frontal
After consumer's vehicle was hit at 35 mph on the front driver side frontal air bags did not deploy. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *Ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
The vehicle was parked when it suddenly rolled backwards and knocked the consumer down. the consumer was not hurt. *nlm
- Tires › Tread/belt
It was approx. 70 deg. F. We were going about 60 mph. On the pa. Turnpike east of pittsburgh. The tires looked fine the last time we stopped. They had 80 psi. In them, which IS max pressure for those tires. The left rear outside tire just exploded, it threw the entire tread off, leaving the dead…
It was approx. 70 deg. F. We were going about 60 mph. On the pa. Turnpike east of pittsburgh. The tires looked fine the last time we stopped. They had 80 psi. In them, which IS max pressure for those tires. The left rear outside tire just exploded, it threw the entire tread off, leaving the dead carcass on the wheel. I don't have the dot number because when we got back, I went to the bridgestone/firestone company store in merrillville, in. And complained. They replaced the tire free of charge. My father bought those tires in 1997. They are the same as what was original on the motorhome. I aquired it from him in august. The bad part IS the damage to the sheet metal the tread did underneith this thing when it flew off. I have to fix that myself. By the way, the tire had 14/32" tread depth on the piece I brought back to them. The new tire measured just under 16/32" (tiresize: lt21585r16)( dot number: tire size: lt21585r16 )
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc
Right front brakes wear excessively in shor period of time. braking becomes difficult and vehicle has tendency to veer to the right when braking. must exert extreme pressure on brake pedal to bring vehicle to a complete stop. Residue from brake shoes IS evident on wheel
- Power train › Clutch assembly
On the three occasions ,when the air temperature IS high and it IS quite humid with air conditioner on clutch assembly will fail to the point where the clutch will not disengage the gears. Consumer has to turn off ignition and must wait about 15 min, so it can cool down. A private transmission…
On the three occasions ,when the air temperature IS high and it IS quite humid with air conditioner on clutch assembly will fail to the point where the clutch will not disengage the gears. Consumer has to turn off ignition and must wait about 15 min, so it can cool down. A private transmission garage claimed engine will get hot, causing hydralic clutch to boil which will cause loss of ability to move clutch plates ,not allowing the clutch to disengage.*ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system
Dealer failed to repair when we complained about fuel/starting/rough engine on 6/93;2/94;5/94. Dlr replaced fuel pump/pvc 10/94; cost $600+ for fuel injector/plenum 9/98; again just cost $600+ 7/2000 for fuel injector/plenum. Advised GMC has west coast only bulletin #99034a ref: problem. Gas eats…
Dealer failed to repair when we complained about fuel/starting/rough engine on 6/93;2/94;5/94. Dlr replaced fuel pump/pvc 10/94; cost $600+ for fuel injector/plenum 9/98; again just cost $600+ 7/2000 for fuel injector/plenum. Advised GMC has west coast only bulletin #99034a ref: problem. Gas eats the gasket/plenum and loss of fuel regulation. No notice to owners. **Plenum/fuel injector sprays pure gas and IS fire hazard**. Vehicle emits fumes.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc
Front brakes evidence excessive wear in a short period of time. More than 50% wear IS less than 10,000 miles. *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system
The original exhaust manifold failed and was replaced at about 60,000 miles. this was paid for by the owner. the replaced manifold failed in the winter of 1998/99 and has not been replaced because it appears to be a defective design.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While driving when the brakes applied pedal went to the floor, causing extended stopping distance, which eventually resulted in an accident. dealer has been contacted. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Vehicle speed control
Intermittently while braking, vehicle lunges forward, and extended stopping distance occurs, which may result in a crash. dealer cannot determine the cause of the problem. please provide further information and vin#. *Ak
- Structure › Frame and members · Suspension › Rear
The drivier side rear end suspension/the crossmember and the body mounts rubber broke off in which the crossmember fell, and ha point bolt moving up and down, pinching holes in the fuel line, in which if a source of ignition, it may have started a fire. *ak
- Equipment › Mechanical › Carrier/rack
While driving the spare tire cable under vehicle broke, causing the tire to fall out from under vehicle. please provide details. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When driver applies the brakes they don't respond. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Gas recirculation valve (egr valve) · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Egr valve failed, recall on this item however vehicle does not qualify due to mileage.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Anti lock brakes failed, causing accident, extensive repairs made to brake system, however problem still exists.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkages
Brake pedal went to floor.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While driving vehicle under 10 mph, one day coming out of his home driveway couldn't stop vehicle, that was the first time. but the second time another driver tried to make a left turn infront of consumer, and couldn't stop vehicle, rear ending the other vehicle. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads
In wet conditions driving at approx 10 mph or less goes to step on brakes, it will begin to grab/lock up. Stops too fast. Dealer has changed brake pads twice. Defect IS still reoccurring. Dealer cannot find problem. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Owner claims that when he applies the brakes they sometimes do not respond. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When driving the truck and hitting the brakes to stop the truck, the truck just continues to go forward before it stops. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
When brakes are applied, the pedal went to the floor, and the vehicle continued to roll. owner pumped the brakes and the pedal continued to the floor. The dealer has been notified. *ak
- Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator · Fuel system, gasoline › Carburetor system · Power train › Clutch assembly › Pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)
Intake gasket leaks oil.
- Equipment › Mechanical › Carrier/rack
Driving vehicle on hwy; going about 60 mph; felt a sudden jolt; looked back & noticed spare tire was rolling in back; took to mechanic; was informed spare tire cable broke. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads
The front brake pads are rubbing against rotors excessevely, causing front brakes to overheat. tt
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum
ABS, front wheel locks up on wet surface, rear brakes are not working. tt
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- 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.
- 45824Cpi engine noise (install new gears/new mem-cals).
- 41076Water leak at the a/c recirculation door (install new hood hinge seal).
- 41072End gate latch rattle (install revised striker).
- 39728Rear seat rattles/looseness (install rear seat latch).
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