CarRecallWatchThe 1992 Chevrolet S-10 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 180 complaints with NHTSA, including 25 crashes, 8 fires, 13 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (138 reports).
1992 Chevrolet S-10 recalls
Most common 1992 Chevrolet S-10 problems
Problem areas named in the 180 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 138 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 14 |
| Seat Belts | 12 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 12 |
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 |
| Equipment | 5 |
| Seats | 4 |
| Visibility | 4 |
| Tires | 4 |
What owners report
PROBLEMS WITH THE FUEL TANK. *PH (NAR) FUEL TANK LEAKED. *NM
ABS WARNING LIGHTS ON, REAR BRAKES LOCK IN DAMP / WET WEATHER / LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL / EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. *AK *MR
GAS TANK RUSTED UNDER THE COVER. WARRANTY EXPIRED, YET FUMES WERE NOTICED WITHIN 50 FEET OF THE VEHICLE. *AK *MR
MY SON AND I BOTH OWN CHEVROLETS S10 TRUCKS. BOTH OF THEM DEVELOPED PROFUSE OIL LEAKS FROM THE OIL FILTER ADAPTER LINES. THIS CAUSED A TOTAL HEMORRHAGE OF OIL BEFORE IT COULD BE DISCOVERED AND DAMAGED THE ENGINES. WHAT A SURPRISE TO DISCOVER SEVERAL OTHER SIMILAR GENERAL MOTORS VEHICLES IN THE SAME SHOP WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. THE SHOP OWNERS SAID THIS IS A COMMON DEFECT WITH THESE CHEVROLET AND GMC TRUCKS, AND THAT THEY HAD REPLACED LEAKING LINES ON 8 OR 10 IN JUST THE PAST MONTH. IF THIS IS HAPPENING IN ONE SMALL SHOP IN TOWN, HOW MANY IS IT HAPPENING TO ALL OVER THE COUNTRY? MOST OF THE TRUCKS SUFFERED SIGNIFICANT ENGINE DAMAGE REQUIRING A COMPLETE OVERHAUL BECAUSE YOU DON'T KNOW THE OIL I
WINDSHIELD WIPERS TURN ON WHEN TURN SIGNAL IS ACTIVATED.*MR CONSUMER FELT AS THOUGH THIS CAUSED A MINOR DISTRACTION TO THE DRIVER AND SHOULD BE CORRECTED. *PH *JB
1992 Chevrolet S-10 questions
Does the 1992 Chevrolet S-10 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1992 Chevrolet S-10: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip; Steering:Gear Box:Shaft Sector; Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Fan. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Chevrolet S-10?
Based on 180 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (138), Fuel System, Gasoline (14), Seat Belts (12).
How do I check if a recall on my 1992 Chevrolet S-10 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.