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1991 Chevrolet K20 problems

The most common problem on the 1991 Chevrolet K20 is transmission and drivetrain. Its complaint count is close to a typical K20 model year.

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

The worst 1991 Chevrolet K20 problems

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

  • Transmission
    2
  • Electrical
    1

Problems by type

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  • Transmission
    2
  • Electrical
    1

Recalls 2

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotorReported August 2, 1993 · 341,364 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Severe corrosion due to road salt at the joint of the stamped steel center section and the cast outer section can cause the sections to separate.
Risk
Separation of the rotor sections can cause loss ofbraking ability in the affected wheel. This could result in increased stoppingdistance and/or loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Remedy
Replace the front brake rotors with new rotors with a corrosion protection coating. However, if replacement of brake linings are necessary, it will be done at owner's expense since brake linings are normal maintenance items.

Recall number 93V119000 · Recall details

Power train: automatic transmissionReported February 1, 1993 · 1,702,880 vehicles affected
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 2 recalls for the 1991 Chevrolet K20

Defect investigations

Engine compartment firesOpened July 29, 1994, closed July 31, 1996

An alleged malfunction in the atlernator resulting in engine compartmet fires.

EA94029

Fuel tank support failureOpened October 8, 1993, closed February 10, 1994

There is no summary currently available

PE93089

Fuel system integrityOpened December 8, 1992, closed March 9, 1995

There is no summary currently available

EA92041

What 1991 Chevrolet K20 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 12, 1995 · Transmission · OR

While in four wheel drive, vehicle jumps, bumps, and grinds, factory made a mistake and put two different gears in truck, however consumer will be charged for repairs.

Filed Sep 6, 1995 · Electrical · IN

Electrical system failure, starter on vehicle has failed, unable to start vehicle. Tt

Filed May 2, 1995 · Transmission · CT

Automatic transmission failure, replaced three times. Tt

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Questions about the 1991 Chevrolet K20

Is the 1991 Chevrolet K20 reliable?

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1991 Chevrolet K20, close to a typical K20 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1991 Chevrolet K20?

Transmission and drivetrain, with 2 complaints. Next is electrical (1).

How many recalls does the 1991 Chevrolet K20 have?

2 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic and power train.

Was there a recall on the 1991 Chevrolet K20 transmission?

Yes, 1 recall: 93V016000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

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