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1992 Chevrolet G30 problems

The most common problem on the 1992 Chevrolet G30 is engine and cooling. It has fewer complaints than a typical G30 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
3
Worst area
Engine

The worst 1992 Chevrolet G30 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Engine
    1
  • Tires
    1

Problems by type

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  • Engine
    1
  • Tires
    1

Recalls 3

Suspension: front: control arm: lower armReported July 7, 1994 · 3,492 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The lower control arm can crack at the flange on the end of the control arm near the ball joint pad.
Risk
The ball joint can separate from the control arm resulting in loss of steering control.
Remedy
Dealers will install a reinforcement brace on each of the front lower control arms.

Recall number 94V125000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assistReported September 3, 1992 · 246 vehicles affected
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

Visibility: glass, side/rearReported May 18, 1992 · 146 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicles were incorrectly equipped with standard rear windows instead of the necessary riveted installation seal assemblies.
Risk
The rear door windows do not comply with the retentionrequirements of fmvss 217, which provides protection against passengers beingejected out of the rear in an accident.
Remedy
Replace the existing rear window seals with the riveted installation seal assemblies.

Recall number 92V077000 · Recall details

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What 1992 Chevrolet G30 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 16, 1997 · Engine · IL

Engine stalling on several occasions.

Filed Jul 30, 1996 · Tires · MT

Michelin tires cracked.

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Questions about the 1992 Chevrolet G30

Is the 1992 Chevrolet G30 reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1992 Chevrolet G30, fewer than a typical G30 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1992 Chevrolet G30?

Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint. Next is tires (1).

How many recalls does the 1992 Chevrolet G30 have?

3 recalls, covering suspension, service brakes, hydraulic and visibility.

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