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1994 Chevrolet S10 engine problems

66 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). 3 crashes reported.

owner complaints
66
of this car's complaints
7%
crashes
3
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Engine: gasoline
    23
  • Exhaust system: emission control: gas recirculation valve (EGR valve)
    16
  • Engine
    13
  • Cooling system: fan
    5
  • Cooling system
    5
  • Exhaust system
    3
  • Cooling system: radiator assembly
    2
  • Cooling system: hoses/lines/piping/fittings
    2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Chevrolet S10 engine problems in other years

1990199520002018

Specific symptoms reported on the 1994 Chevrolet S10 engine

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Stalling 9Loss of power 6Engine failure 5

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1994 Chevrolet S10 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 13, 2012 · Engine · CA

1994 chevrolet s10 blazer. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle engine damage done by tow company. *tgw the consumer stated she advised the tow company, that when the vehicle was dropped off at the repair shop, to inform them not to turn on the engine before draining off some of the oil. The consumer stated the tow company did not comply with her request, and therefore, when the engine was turned on, it destroyed the piston rods.

Filed Sep 21, 2005 · Engine · 86,000 miles · WA

Dad: the contact owns a 1994 chevrolet saa. The contact stated that the motor mount broke, causing it to cut a hole in the wiring that LED to the ignition. The contact stated that the problem with this was that it killed the engine, and LED to not having power steering or brakes. The consumer has been discussing the problem with the dealership. The consumer's concern was with the routing of the wiring system in the vehicle. The consumer has not contacted the manufacturer, but will be provided with the telephone number so he could contact them.

Filed Apr 21, 2005 · Electrical, Engine · KY

Complaint regarding the injectors on the 1994 chevrolet s-10.*mr the consumer stated he had to replace the injectors twice. The engine was replaced because it cracked and leaked. The heater core was replaced due to a misrouted wiring harness.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine · 88,500 miles · OK

Bearings going out in the engine. Have not repaired.

Filed Feb 8, 2003 · Engine · 105,000 miles · PA

Oil lines blew to the remote oil filter and I shut the engine off within 15 seconds and the engine still seized.

Filed Feb 7, 2002 · Engine · OH

While driving at highway speeds consumer heard a loud noise from engine compartment. Driver heard something hit the ground. Dealer was contacted, dealer informed consumer that fan had fallen out. Please provide further details.

Filed Sep 21, 2001 · Engine · WI

Oil cooler line was leaking, replaced at dealer 3 times. Currently, engine needs to be replaced due to constant leak.

Filed Jul 3, 2001 · Electrical, Engine · VA

Consumer states egr valve will hang open causing loss of manifold pressure, loss of pressure results in loss of vacuum for power brakes, and as a result vehicle goes to manual brakes causing elongated braking distance that has caused consumer to almost have an accident, consumer states the computer prom has also been replaced, consumer states manufacturer is not willing to assist, consumer has experienced five more failures since part has been replaced, consumer states manufacturer is not willing to assist.

Filed Jun 20, 2001 · Engine, Transmission · MO

Head gasket failed. Also, throw out replaced, , and now im going on my second one at 86000 miles.

Filed Dec 26, 2000 · Brakes, Engine · MO

Recall # 99i006000 concerning ABS brakes. Consumer took vehicle to dealer for problem with headlight switch. They told consumer about recall. Dealer did recall repairs. Currently, having problems with motor and 4-wheel drive. *ak the dealer disconnected the 4 wheel drive while trying to fix ABS recall, and refused to fix it without charging the customer.

Questions about the 1994 Chevrolet S10 engine

Does the 1994 Chevrolet S10 have engine problems?

Owners have filed 66 complaints about the engine of the 1994 Chevrolet S10, 7% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1994 Chevrolet S10 engine problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1994 Chevrolet S10 engine?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Chevrolet S10 have bad engine?

The Chevrolet S10 model years with the most engine complaints are 1995 (82 complaints), 1996 (72 complaints) and 1994 (66 complaints).

Other 1994 Chevrolet S10 problems

Brakes 532Visibility 241Acceleration 39Fuel system 38Transmission 37Electrical 28Suspension 21Body 20Seat belts 16Steering 15Seats 13Lights 12Tires 11Airbags 3Wheels 2Locks 1

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