Tl* the contact owns a 1992 chevrolet g20. The contact stated that the brakes failed and caused the contact to crash into the rear of another vehicle. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to a mechanic and was told that the support for the brake line was rusted and the pressure caused the brake line to rupture. The vehicle was repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure and current mileages were 171,000. Updated 09/27/11*lj updated 2/23/12
The worst 1992 Chevrolet G20 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes6
- Transmission5
- Acceleration2
- Electrical2
- Fuel system2
Problems by type
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- Brakes6
- Transmission5
- Acceleration2
- Electrical2
- Fuel system2
- Seat belts2
- Suspension2
- Body1
- Engine1
- Seats1
- Visibility1
- Wheels1
Recalls 2
Seats: front assembly: head restraint
- What is wrong
- The front driver and passenger seat back height does not conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 202, "head restraints."
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: seat occupants are subject to increased risk of injury in the event of a sudd stop or accident.
- Remedy
- Sherry designs will provide an attachable headrest for the dealer or customer to add to the seats.
Recall number 94V177000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist
- What is wrong
- The brake pedal assembly has a pushrod pin that is too small and it is installed in the wrong position, causing an increased brake pedal ratio and a decreased master cylinder stroke.
- Risk
- The reduced master cylinder stroke results in failure tomeet the partial system failure requirements of fmvss 105, "hydraulic brakesystems". A further reduction in braking ability at a time when partial systemfailure has occurred could result in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Replace the brake assembly.
Recall number 92V127000 · Recall details
What 1992 Chevrolet G20 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
We have had an ongoing problem with the fuel filler "neck" on this vehicle. When you fill the vehicle up with fuel, once it is almost full, the gasoline tank "belches" (for lack of a better term) and fuel is expelled from the tank all over the person filling the vehicle (unless you stand appx. 2' away from the gas pump nozzle). We have talked to owner's of similar vehicles (this is a full size chevy conversion van) and all of them have the same problem. This is a very dangerous problem. Fuel literally erupting from the filler nozzle can easily spray anyone standing nearby and can cause caustic burns to human flesh. Please investigate this serious problem!! Both chevrolet & gmc manufactured this vehicle from 1971 - 1996 and most, if not all, probably have the same problem. Thank you!
Seat belts on both front seats are poorly placed and cause the seat belt to lay across the neck of the driver and front seat passenger. This has also caused excessive wear on the belts to the point of being frayed. In an accident, it appears that severe neck injury would occur due to their placement. This is a mark iii conversion van so I am not sure if the fault lies with the manufacturer or the conversion company.
Front suspension rusted through, causing the driver's side front wheel to collapse, and could have caused loss of control. Please provide further information.
No summary provided by consumer
The consumer has been experiencing problems with automatic transmission. Vehicle bounces and sways side to side during any speed. In addition the seat belts aren't long enough to secure their driver. Also, the fuses in the electrical system started failing.
Looked in rear mirror, noticed smoke , looked under van saw flames, no machanical problems, damage to van incluedes interior front half of van
Torque converter failed causing vibration. Mjs
While applying brakes there was no pressure on first attempt, then released pedal and tried again and pressure had returned. Cause unknown.
Replaced leaking seal/oil pan gasket/heater core. Also replaced serpentine belt.
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Questions about the 1992 Chevrolet G20
Is the 1992 Chevrolet G20 reliable?
Owners have filed 19 complaints about the 1992 Chevrolet G20, close to a typical G20 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1992 Chevrolet G20?
Brakes, with 6 complaints. Next is transmission (5).
How many recalls does the 1992 Chevrolet G20 have?
2 recalls, covering seats and service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 1992 Chevrolet G20 brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 92V127000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chevrolet G20 have bad brakes?
The Chevrolet G20 model years with the most brakes complaints are 1995 (36 complaints), 1993 (29 complaints) and 1994 (20 complaints).
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