1991 chevrolet c-20 had engine trouble and then began to smoke. Consumer then discovered that the engine compartment was on fire. *kb there was a trail of oil on the pavement prior to the fire. Ohio traffic crash report # 10-0019-90.
The worst 1991 Chevrolet C20 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Locks2
- Engine1
- Fuel system1
- Seat belts1
- Wheels1
Problems by type
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- Locks2
- Engine1
- Fuel system1
- Seat belts1
- Wheels1
Recalls 1
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- Unanticipated heat in the transmission can force the transmission fluid out of the vent tube.
- 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.
Recall number 93V016000 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 1991 Chevrolet C20
Defect investigations
Engine compartment fires
An alleged malfunction in the atlernator resulting in engine compartmet fires.
EA94029
Fuel tank support failure
There is no summary currently available
PE93089
Fuel system integrity
There is no summary currently available
EA92041
What 1991 Chevrolet C20 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Vehicle is equipped with a wheelchair lift in rear. Rear doors are welded close, doors can not be opened . Also, noticed rust on bottom of door which may be linked to above problem. Consumer has contacted dealer. Please provide any further details.
Rear passenger side wheel bolts failed causing wheel/tire of fall off and strike another vehicle (ohio traffic crash report). Mjs
The seat belt buckle failed.
The drivers door stricker bolt is breaking and the door will not shut properly or latch. Please describe. Tt
Made u-turn; heard rubbing sound; checked underneath; bolt/strap closest to engine came loose from frame; gas tank dropped to ground; could have caused fire.
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Questions about the 1991 Chevrolet C20
Is the 1991 Chevrolet C20 reliable?
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 1991 Chevrolet C20, close to a typical C20 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1991 Chevrolet C20?
Doors, latches and locks, with 2 complaints. Next is engine (1).
How many recalls does the 1991 Chevrolet C20 have?
1 recall, covering power train.
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