1990 Chevrolet C15: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1990 Chevrolet C15: 1 recall, 8 owner complaints.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #90V108000 · 1990 · 1,962 vehicles
What's wrong: Loose pivot bolt holding the brake pedal to its support bracket could disengage from the nut.
Why it matters: This could cause loss of braking activity that couldresult in a truck crash without prior warning.
The fix: Retorque brake pedal pivot bolts to specifications to prevent loosening.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Seat belts (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (hydraulic) (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Body & structure (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 1990 Chevrolet C15 has 8 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 7 C15 model years for complaints (well below the 28 average). Complaints peaked in 1995 (4 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old. Neighboring years: 1991 (10 complaints, 0 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 1990 Chevrolet C15 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1990 Chevrolet C15. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1990 Chevrolet C15 problems?
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are seat belts (3), brakes (hydraulic) (2), body & structure (2).
Where can I get a 1990 Chevrolet C15 repair manual?
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