1990 Chevrolet K15 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1990 Chevrolet K15 recalls

Most common 1990 Chevrolet K15 problems

Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	6
Parking Brake	1
Suspension	1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1

What owners report

1999-12-27, Power Train
THE REAR U-JOINT & CONNECTED DRIVESHAFT SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE. PRIOR TO THE INCIDENT, GMC DEALER REMOVED THE DRIVESHAFT COMPLETELY/ REPLACED THE FRONT U-JOINT, AND REINSTALLED THE DRIVESHAFT. DEALER WILL NOT INSPECT VEHICLE. *AK *YC

1997-10-28, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. HAD TO STEP ON THE BRAKES, APPLYING BOTH FEET, TO STOP. EVEN AFTER THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN REPAIRED, THE BRAKING PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN IMPROVED. *AK

1996-04-19, Suspension
WHILE STOPPING AT A STOP SIGN THE REAR END COLLAPSED AND CAUSED ENTIRE THE DIFFERENTIAL TO DROP *AK

1995-04-21, Parking Brake
AT A SPEED OF 30 MPH THE PARKING BRAKE CABLE WRAPPED AROUND THE REAR HOUSING, CAUSING BRAKE LOCKUP (ABS). TT

1995-03-16, Power Train
MANUAL HAS FAILED TWICE, SHIFTING MECHANISM AND CLUTCH HAVE FAILED. TT

1990 Chevrolet K15 questions

Does the 1990 Chevrolet K15 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1990 Chevrolet K15: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1990 Chevrolet K15?

Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (6), Parking Brake (1), Suspension (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1990 Chevrolet K15 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.