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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 transmission
    11
  • Clutch assembly: pedal/hand lever(motorcycle)
    6
  • Automatic transmission: lever and linkage: column shift
    6
  • Clutch assembly
    4
  • Transfer case (4-wheel drive)
    3
  • Axle assembly
    2
  • Manual transmission
    1
  • Driveline: differential unit
    1

At what mileage

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Chevrolet S10 transmission problems in other years

1991199520002004

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1994 Chevrolet S10 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 8, 2004 · Transmission · IA

Pushbutton 4-wheel drive doesn't work very often.

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 Mar 13, 2001 · Body, Transmission · FL · fire

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???

Filed Feb 23, 2001 · Brakes, Seat belts · CO

Seat belt failed.

Filed Jan 22, 2001 · Transmission · NY

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.

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.

Filed Dec 19, 2000 · Transmission · IL

Four wheel drive shift motor (engages/disengages 4wd) failed, advisor said part was currently on national back order and has become very common problem.

Filed Jun 22, 2000 · Transmission · CA

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.

Filed Feb 8, 2000 · Body, Brakes · NY

Front brakes grab after truck sits in rain or other wet weather causing difficulty in control.

Filed Jan 30, 2000 · Electrical, Transmission · KS

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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