1993 GMC C1500: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1993 GMC C1500: 1 recall, 21 owner complaints.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #93V016000 · 1993 · 1,702,880 vehicles
What's wrong: Unanticipated heat in the transmission can force the transmission fluid out of the vent tube.
Why it matters: The vented transmission fluid can catch fire if exposedto a source of ignition.
The fix: Install a longer transmission vent hose routed to the left side of the engine compartment of the vehicle.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Seats (9): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Visibility (wipers, glass) (6): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (3): the most common themes are fire / smoke (2).
- Body & structure (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 1993 GMC C1500 has 21 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 7 C1500 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 17). Complaints peaked in 1995 (3 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 75,000 miles. Neighboring years: 1992 (17 complaints, 1 recalls), 1994 (25 complaints, 0 recalls).
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Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 1993 GMC C1500.
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FAQ
Does the 1993 GMC C1500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1993 GMC C1500. 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 1993 GMC C1500 problems?
Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are seats (9), visibility (wipers, glass) (6), electrical (3).
Where can I get a 1993 GMC C1500 repair manual?
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