Pushbutton 4-wheel drive doesn't work very often.
1994 Chevrolet S10 transmission problems
37 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car). 3 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 37
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- crashes
- 3
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Automatic transmission11
- Clutch assembly: pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)6
- Automatic transmission: lever and linkage: column shift6
- Clutch assembly4
- Transfer case (4-wheel drive)3
- Axle assembly2
- Manual transmission1
- Driveline: differential unit1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Chevrolet S10 transmission problems in other years
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 1994 Chevrolet S10 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Head gasket failed. Also, throw out replaced, , and now im going on my second one at 86000 miles.
We have several problems with this vehicle, we have had to replace front hub assembly, 4x4 components, door hinge, air conditioner compressor, while driving on the highway the front passenger wheel fell off at 70 MPH., at this time we have to stop and water down the front brake area when driving over 20 miles at a time please can you help with info on this vehicle???
Seat belt failed.
Consumer had recall repair 99041 performed on vehicle, however after repair the 4wd does not work, consumer took vehicle back to dealer who said the problem would be fixed, but consumer would be charged for repair, consumer states the charges should be included under the recall since everything worked prior to it.
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.
Four wheel drive shift motor (engages/disengages 4wd) failed, advisor said part was currently on national back order and has become very common problem.
While driving transmission went completely out, causing all four wheels to lock up at 20 MPH . Consumer has contacted dealer, dealer stated there was no transmission available. Please provide any further details.
Front brakes grab after truck sits in rain or other wet weather causing difficulty in control.
The push button 4-wheel drive switch works part time. The computer can be reset and it will work for a while. At times you can become stuck in 2-hi, 4-hi, and even 4-lo. The connection at the shift motor/encoder was removed, cleaned, coated will dielectric gel, and the bolt that holds it in place was coated with loctite. This cured problem for approximately 2 weeks. This procedure has been performed three times inwhich it only cured the problem for a minimal time. I have spoke with dealers in the area and they know nothing. I feel this is a problem that should be recalled. I viewed the customer complaintes and noticed many had complained about the same symptoms(odi id-531922, 538102, 985135,472910). This might be expected if offroaded hard, my truck is used as a truck but not abused. Please help.
Questions about the 1994 Chevrolet S10 transmission
Does the 1994 Chevrolet S10 have transmission problems?
Owners have filed 37 complaints about the transmission of the 1994 Chevrolet S10, 4% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1994 Chevrolet S10 transmission problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1994 Chevrolet S10 transmission?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Chevrolet S10 have bad transmission?
The Chevrolet S10 model years with the most transmission complaints are 1996 (68 complaints), 1995 (50 complaints) and 1997 (49 complaints).
Other 1994 Chevrolet S10 problems
Brakes 532Visibility 241Engine 66Acceleration 39Fuel system 38Electrical 28Suspension 21Body 20Seat belts 16Steering 15Seats 13Lights 12Tires 11Airbags 3Wheels 2Locks 1
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