NHTSA Recall 93V016000: Automatic transmission (power train)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,702,880 vehicles. It affects 14 models including the Chevrolet C10.
| NHTSA campaign | 93V016000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 93-C-07 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | February 1, 1993 |
| Owner notification | March 13, 1993 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Unanticipated heat in the transmission can force the transmission fluid out of the vent tube.
Safety risk
The vented transmission fluid can catch fire if exposedto a source of ignition.
Remedy
Install a longer transmission vent hose routed to the left side of the engine compartment of the vehicle.
Notes
System: power train.vehicle description: light trucks with 5.0 l, 5.7 l, and 7.4 l engines and 4l60,4l60-e, and 3l80 automatic transmissions.
Vehicles covered by recall 93V016000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet C10 | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| Chevrolet C20 | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| Chevrolet C30 | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| Chevrolet K10 | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| Chevrolet K20 | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| Chevrolet K30 | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| Chevrolet Suburban | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992 |
| GMC C1500 | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| GMC C2500 | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| GMC C3500 | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| GMC K1500 | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| GMC K2500 | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| GMC K3500 | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993 |
| GMC Suburban | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.