Dt: thecontact owns a 1992 gmc typhoon. About two years ago, the left rear tire came off while the consumer was driving the vehicle. Insurance company covered the repairs. The consumer stated that about a month ago the left front tire came off of the vehicle while his wife was driving the vehicle. The insurance company covered the repair of this wheel. The consumer stated he was driving the vehicle after having the vehicle for about 3 hours the wheel came off again. The service dealer has not said why the wheels keep coming off.
The worst 1992 GMC Typhoon problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes2
- Seat belts1
- Transmission1
- Visibility1
- Wheels1
Problems by type
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- Brakes2
- Seat belts1
- Transmission1
- Visibility1
- Wheels1
Recalls 1
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- The link connecting the electronic rear height sensor to the rear axle can disconnect under several conditions, allowing the arm attached to the sensor to lodge between the rear axle assembly and the right rear brake pipe. This abrades the brake pipe and could lead to rear brake failure.
- Risk
- Abrasion of the brake line could result in loss of rearbrakes. The front brakes would function, but the vehicle would need increasedstopping distances which could result in an accident.
- Remedy
- Install retention clips to insure the lower and upper ball socket cannot be removed from the ball; add a down stop on the sensor arm; and add a shield on the rear axle.
Recall number 91V207000 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 1992 GMC Typhoon
Defect investigations
Abs braking system
This investigation resulted in a safety recall, 99v‑193, and a service campaign, 99i-006.
EA94038
What 1992 GMC Typhoon owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
At slow speeds, brakes under some circumstances provide no stopping power. At higher speeds, anti-lock allows brake pedal to travel to floor. Complained to dealer several times. Eventually told of recall in nov. 1999. Nothing done yet. Rear seat belts unwind but fail to rewind slack. Told dealer and they wanted $100 each to replace. Torque converter has been replaced twice and is shaking and shuddering a third time. Over $1000 to fix.
Anti lock brakes system failed.
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Questions about the 1992 GMC Typhoon
Is the 1992 GMC Typhoon reliable?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1992 GMC Typhoon, fewer than a typical Typhoon model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1992 GMC Typhoon?
Brakes, with 2 complaints. Next is seat belts (1).
How many recalls does the 1992 GMC Typhoon have?
1 recall, covering service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 1992 GMC Typhoon brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 91V207000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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