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Chevrolet C30 Recalls & Complaints by Model Year

NHTSA lists 45 safety recalls and 48 owner complaints across 26 model years of the Chevrolet C30 (1967–1998). The most-complained-about year is 1995.

45
safety recalls, all years
48
owner complaints, all years
1994
year with most recalls
1995
year with most complaints

Pick your Chevrolet C30 model year

Model yearRecallsComplaints
1998 Chevrolet C3012
1997 Chevrolet C3014
1996 Chevrolet C3055
1995 Chevrolet C3079
1994 Chevrolet C3077
1993 Chevrolet C3034
1992 Chevrolet C3022
1991 Chevrolet C3021
1990 Chevrolet C3032
1989 Chevrolet C3020
1988 Chevrolet C3031
1987 Chevrolet C3002
1986 Chevrolet C3021
1985 Chevrolet C3040
1984 Chevrolet C3031
1980 Chevrolet C3010
1979 Chevrolet C3030
1978 Chevrolet C3010
1977 Chevrolet C3023
1976 Chevrolet C3032
1975 Chevrolet C3022
1974 Chevrolet C3010
1973 Chevrolet C3010
1971 Chevrolet C3030
1970 Chevrolet C3010
1967 Chevrolet C3010

What Chevrolet C30 owners complain about

Across all model years, owners have filed 48 complaints with NHTSA. The 1995 model year has the most, with 9.

All Chevrolet C30 recalls (45)

Every NHTSA safety campaign that lists a Chevrolet C30, most recent first, with the model years each one covers.

  1. Seats

    NHTSA 99V130000 Reported 59,381 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Vehicle description: extended-cab pickup trucks equipped with high-back bucket seats. The seat recliner to frame attaching bolts can loosen, fatigue, and fracture allowing the seat back to suddenly recline.

    Remedy: Dealers will remove all foam and/or fabric sandwiched between the recliner assembly and the seat frame, install washers between the seat recliner and the seat frame at each attachment point, and install new attaching…

    Model years: 1992

  2. Switch (exterior lighting)

    NHTSA 99V025000 Reported 988,587 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Vehicle description: pickup trucks, crew cabs, utility trucks and sport utility vehicles. These vehicles were built with the polarity of the wiring for the zero adjust brake switch reversed from what was specified on the switch drawing. With the reversed polarity, the contacts in the brake switch can wear out prematurely. The brake…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake switch and reverse the wiring.

    Model years: 1994

  3. Rotor (service brakes)

    NHTSA 98V033000 Reported 1,137 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and multi-purpose passenger vehicles. One or both front brake rotor/hubs were built with an out-of-specification gray iron that can fail during the life of the vehicle.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rotors for a core date of "287" and, if found, replace the rotor.

    Model years: 1998

  4. Seats

    NHTSA 97V037000 Reported 624,433 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Vehicle description: extended cab and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with reclining seats and the easy-entry feature. These vehicles exhibit a condition in which a pinch point exists in the recliner mechanism that can trap and pinch a person's hand or finger(s) when the easy-entry feature is activated.

    Remedy: Dealers will install a protector cover over the recliner mechanism.

    Model years: 1995, 1996, 1997

  5. Bead (tires)

    NHTSA 96V117000 Reported 5,773 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    These tires have bead damage which occured during tire mounting.

    Remedy: Dealers will demount each tire and inspect for bead damage. If bead damage is found, the tire will be replaced.

    Model years: 1995, 1996

  6. U-bolt, leaf spring to axle (suspension)

    NHTSA 96V082000 Reported 16,918 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The four u-bolts nuts on either side of the rear axle were under-torqued.

    Remedy: Dealers will check the u-bolt nut torque and re-torque any loose u-bolts to specification.

    Model years: 1996

  7. Vehicle speed control

    NHTSA 96V057000 Reported 379,004 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    These vehicles were assembled with the throttle cable contacting the dash mat which could bind the throttle. This does not meet with the maximum return times required by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems."

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect for adequate throttle cable to dash mat clearance, and if there is insufficient clearance, cut out a portion of the dash mat to provide proper clearance.

    Model years: 1995, 1996

  8. Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)

    NHTSA 96V004000 Reported 3,047 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The steering column upper intermediate-shaft nut may not be torqued to proper specifications. The nut could loosen and detach allowing the through-bolt that secures the upper intermediate-shaft to the lower steering column shaft joint to fall out.

    Remedy: Dealers will torque the suspect fasteners to the proper specifications.

    Model years: 1995

  9. Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)

    NHTSA 95V243000 Reported 623 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Certain trucks have fuel rail assemblies with an improperly crimped end retainer clip that results in a fuel leak.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel rail assembly and replace any fuel rail assembly with a julian date code of 95318 through 95338.

    Model years: 1996

  10. Seats

    NHTSA 95V246000 Reported 675,661 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The seat recliner to seat frame attaching bolts on these vehicle could loosen, fatigue and fracture, allowing the seat back to suddenly recline.

    Remedy: Dealers will remove all foam and/or fabric sandwiched between the recliner assembly and the seat frame, install washers between the seat recliner and the seat frame at each attachment point, and install new attaching…

    Model years: 1993, 1994

  11. Seat belts: front

    NHTSA 95V241000 Reported 630,099 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    If both the lap-belt and shoulder-belt energy management loops on the front seat belt assemblies release at or near the same time, acceleration forces can cause the buckle release mechanism to activate and allow the buckle to separate from the latch.

    Remedy: Dealers will remove the stitching that creates the energy management loop in the shoulder belt(s).

    Model years: 1994, 1995

  12. Seat belts: front

    NHTSA 95V242000 Reported 40 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    These vehicles were built with front seat belt systems with no energy management loops and may not meet the head injury criteria requirements of FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection."

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the retractor portion of the seat belt assembly(s) with one having the newly designed energy-management twin-loop system.

    Model years: 1994, 1995

  13. Cooling unit and lines (power train)

    NHTSA 95V026000 Reported 13,853 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Due to a thin case casting, an external transmission leak can occur.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the transmission case assembly for the involved case casting. If the assembly is involved, the transmission will be replaced.

    Model years: 1995

  14. Suspension: lower arm

    NHTSA 94V060000 Reported 30,148 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Trucks were assembled with the left-hand lower control arm to frame rear nut tightened below the specified torque. Low torque on this nut may allow the attachment bolt to loosed and subsequently fatigue and break. The bolt breakage can cause the left hand control arm to separate from the frame.

    Remedy: Dealers will tighten the left-hand lower control arm to frame rear nut to the proper torque specification.

    Model years: 1994

  15. Seats

    NHTSA 93V216000 Reported 1,375 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The seats have been assembled without bolts that connect the upper slave hinge to the seat back frame, or without bolts that connect the seat to the seat adjuster. In either case, the vehicles fail to conform to fnvss no. 207, "seating systems."

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect seats for missing bolts and install bolts if required.

    Model years: 1994

  16. Mid/rear assembly (seats)

    NHTSA 93V163000 Reported 303 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The rear bench seat does not meet the load requirements of FMVSS 207, "seating systems," because the manual latch mechanism on the folding full bench rear seat was attached to the back frame lower cross tube with domed head steel rivets instead of the bolts specified.

    Remedy: The rivets must be replaced with the correct bolts.

    Model years: 1993

  17. Pedals and linkages (service brakes)

    NHTSA 93V152000 Reported 70,154 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The brake pedal push rod retainer is missing, mispositioned or not properly seated.

    Remedy: Inspect vehicles to assure the brake pedal push rod retainer is present and fully seated in its correct position.

    Model years: 1994

  18. Automatic transmission (power train)

    NHTSA 93V016000 Reported 1,702,880 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Unanticipated heat in the transmission can force the transmission fluid out of the vent tube.

    Remedy: Install a longer transmission vent hose routed to the left side of the engine compartment of the vehicle.

    Model years: 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993

  19. Tie rod assembly (steering)

    NHTSA 92V039000 Reported 3,404 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    There may be fatigue fractures of the tie rod through the damper stud mounting hole.

    Remedy: Replace the existing tie rod assembly, damper, and damper bracket with newly designed parts.

    Model years: 1991

  20. Suspension: lower arm

    NHTSA 91V217000 Reported 166,624 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The left hand lower control arm can crack starting at the rear flange and progressing to the ball joint mounting hole and eventually cause the lower ball joint to separate from the control arm.

    Remedy: Install a resinforced brace to the left hand lower control arm.

    Model years: 1985, 1986

  21. Pedals and linkages (service brakes)

    NHTSA 90V108000 Reported 1,962 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Loose pivot bolt holding the brake pedal to its support bracket could disengage from the nut.

    Remedy: Retorque brake pedal pivot bolts to specifications to prevent loosening.

    Model years: 1990

  22. Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)

    NHTSA 90V015000 Reported 68 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    On c and k models, feed and or return fuel lines can contact the automatic transmission shift linkage cordon shaft. In addition, on k models lines may also contact front propshaft. In either case the fuel lines could be damaged resulting in a fuel leak.

    Remedy: Install newly designed fuel line routing bracket to prevent contact and, if necessary, replace fuel lines.

    Model years: 1990

  23. Trailer hitches

    NHTSA 89V078000 Reported 5,863 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    There may be below specified torque on the trailer hitch attaching fasteners, allowing the trailer hitch to move under towing loads.

    Remedy: Correct torque in trailer hitch fasteners to prevent trailer separation.

    Model years: 1989

  24. Linkages (vehicle speed control)

    NHTSA 87V125000 Reported 8,893 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Cruise control cable lock mechanism may self disengage causing erratic operation or throttle not returning to idle.

    Remedy: Install a clamp around the lock tab of cruise control.

    Model years: 1988

  25. Latch (latches/locks/linkages)

    NHTSA 87V127000 Reported 1,521 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Trucks may have cracked or broken door striker nuts, which do not conform to FMVSS 206.

    Remedy: Replace existing door striker nuts.

    Model years: 1988

  26. Tank assembly (fuel system)

    NHTSA 87V002000 Reported 86,152 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Trucks failed to comply with requirements of FMVSS 301, fuel system integrity, during a 30 MPH frontal barrier test.

    Remedy: Install an additional shield to the front of the original shield to protect the fuel tank.

    Model years: 1984, 1985, 1986

  27. Rim (wheels)

    NHTSA 85V156000 Reported 861 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The wheel may develop cracks between the disc and rim. Consequence of defect: if this occurs and is not noticed, the crack could increase around the rim, resulting in separation of the rim from the disc, loss of control and an accident may occur.

    Remedy: Replace wheels having the suspected manufacturing code number.

    Model years: 1985

  28. Hubcap/cover (wheels)

    NHTSA 84V136000 Reported 305 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    In some 16 x 6 disc wheels a manufacturing defect may cause the wheels to crack in the drop center portion of the rim. If the crack were to occur on a wheel with a tube type tire mounted to it, and continued to go undetected, the wheel could split, resulting in a rapid loss of air from the tire.

    Remedy: The dealer will inspect each wheel and replace it if necessary, without charge.

    Model years: 1984, 1985

  29. Tie rod assembly (steering)

    NHTSA 84V031000 Reported 767 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The front steering alignment may not have been completed. The tie rods, a part of the steering linkage which transmits steering movements to the wheels, may not have been fastened completely. The alignment of the steering will affect the vehicle"s handling properties. Incomplete fastening of the steering tie rod may lead to complete…

    Remedy: Tie rod clamp fasteners will be inspected. If necessary, the toe-in will be set, and the tie rod clamp fasteners will be tightened. There will be no charge for these services.

    Model years: 1984

  30. Vacuum (service brakes)

    NHTSA 81V010000 Reported 320,677 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Fatigue cracks may develop in the brake vacuum booster housing. This may cause a vacuum leak and reduce the effectiveness of the brakes. After prolonged use, the cracks may develop to the extent that the booster may separate from the vehicle.

    Remedy: Vehicles will be inspected for fatigue cracks in the brake vacuum booster. Those without cracks will have a support brace installed. Those with evidence of cracking will have a new brake vacuum booster and support…

    Model years: 1979, 1980

  31. Switch (exterior lighting)

    NHTSA 79V142000 Reported 15,328 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    On the involved vehicles the brake stoplight and cruise control switch which is operated by the brake pedal may have been assembled with an incorrect lubricant on the actuating plunger. This can cause the rear brake stoplights to become inoperative and the cruise control, if activated, to stay electrically engaged.

    Remedy: Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the brake stoplight and cruise control switch at no cost to owner.

    Model years: 1979

  32. Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)

    NHTSA 79V026000 Reported 222 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The front hoses on the involved vehicles may have improperly oriented hose fittings, resulting in a rubbing contact between the right brake hose and the upper control arm of the front suspension or in a twisted left hose resulting in a faulty attachment at the frame fitting. Should either of these conditions exist, they could eventually…

    Remedy: The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace one or both front brake hoses at no cost to owner.

    Model years: 1979

  33. Suspension

    NHTSA 78V116000 Reported 29 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The left and right front suspension crossmember strut rods, which give added strength, may have been omitted during assembly. Consequently, a frame crossmember crack could eventually develop at the forward vertical front suspension bolt.

    Remedy: Dealer will install the necessary front left and right rods without charge to owner.

    Model years: 1978

  34. Accelerator pedal (vehicle speed control)

    NHTSA 77V178000 Reported 330,468 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The accelerator pedal rod in combination with the pedal installed on the involved vehicles may cut through the floor pan rubber mat or carpet into the thick resilient insulation pad underneath during heavy or repeated full throttle applications. As a result, the accelerator pedal rod may catch in the mat or carpet, preventing the…

    Remedy: Dealer will install a new accelerator pedal and retainer designed to prevent the accelerator pedal rod from cutting the rubber mat or carpet. This will be performed without charge.

    Model years: 1976, 1977

  35. Vacuum (service brakes)

    NHTSA 77V119000 Reported 1,232 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    On the involved vehicles, the nuts which attach the brake master cylinder to the hydro-boost unit may have been over-tightened. This could have caused stripped threads and cracked attaching flanges. Should these nuts fail, the parts may separate and loss of service brakes would result.

    Remedy: Dealer will inspect for cracks in the attaching flanges; units with cracks present will be replaced. If no cracks are found, the studs will be removed and the holes drilled out. The unit will be reassembled using bolts…

    Model years: 1977

  36. Suspension: lower arm

    NHTSA 77V098000 Reported 107,584 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    The front suspension control arms were assembled with ball joints which may contain sockets that were not properly heat-treated. This may cause the socket to wear rapidly and allow the ball joint stud to separate from the socket, causing either the left or right wheel suspension to collapse.

    Remedy: Dealer will inspect and, where necessary, will replace the ball joints without charge to owner.

    Model years: 1975, 1976

  37. Differential proportional valve (service brakes)

    NHTSA 75V214000 Reported 39,278 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Model years: 1976

  38. Multi piece (wheels)

    NHTSA 75V165000 Reported 1,441 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Model years: 1975

  39. Suspension: upper arm

    NHTSA 74V078000 Reported 2,788 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Model years: 1974

  40. Wheels

    NHTSA 73V212000 Reported 7,984 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Model years: 1973

  41. Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)

    NHTSA 71V037000 Reported 9,600 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Model years: 1971

  42. Wheels

    NHTSA 70V147000 Reported 7,250 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Model years: 1971

  43. Vehicle speed control

    NHTSA 70V125000 Reported 828 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Model years: 1971

  44. Suspension: upper arm

    NHTSA 70V106000 Reported 11,328 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Model years: 1970

  45. Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)

    NHTSA 67V005000 Reported 2,460 vehicles potentially affected GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Model years: 1967

Other Chevrolet models

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.