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1982 Chevrolet C10 Problems, complaints & recalls

Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 1982 Chevrolet C10 with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (1) and the body, doors & structure (1). Those complaints describe 1 fire. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in October 2007 for the equipment. For comparison, the 1981 has 4 and the 1983 has 4.

NHTSA data checked

DMore problems than a typical C10 year, for its age

#4 most complained-about 1982 vehicle

Complaints
4
Recalls
3
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

Most common 1982 Chevrolet C10 problems

Share of all 4 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.

1982 Chevrolet C10 recalls 3

Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do

Equipment

07E088000121,680 vehicles affected

The problem
Certain honeywell fram racing brand hp4 and hp8 oil filters that were manufactured from may 25, 2006, through september 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above. The affected filters are marked with a date code a61451 through a72571 sequentially. The date code and part number appear on the filter housing. Fram racing hp4 and hp8 oil filters not bearing a date code in this range are not affected by this recall. The gasket of the oil filter becomes more pliable under high temperatures and pressures.
The risk
This condition may cause inadequate sealing and loss of engine oil, possibly resulting in a fire.
The fix
Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during november 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

Power train: differential unit

83V0450006,204 vehicles affected

The problem
The locking screw that retains the pinion shaft in place in the differential could come loose. The pinion shaft turns the gears inside the differential that rotate the drive axles and rear wheels. If the locking screw comes loose, it could damage other components or jam in the gears. If the pinion shaft comes loose, the rear wheels may no longer power the vehicle.
The fix
The dealer will replace the differential lock screw at no charge.

Wheels: lugs / nuts / bolts / studs

82V1280001,633 vehicles affected

The problem
On the involved vehicles, the rear brake drum balance weights may interfere with the aluminum wheels. This contact could cause the wheel lug nuts to loosen, leading to wheel stud failure. This could allow separation of the wheel and tire from the vehicle.
The fix
The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, modify the rear brake drum balance weights without charge to owner.

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4 complaints about the 1982 Chevrolet C10

Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.

Wheels & tires

Experienced blowout at speed of approx 70 mph on i-75 north of macon georgia. Vibration noted prior to blowout but I attributed that symptom to the road surface and not the tire. Tire tread separated causing damage to vehicle underbody as tire remanents struck vehicle forward and to the rear of the rear axle. Tire is available for analysis if necessary.*Ak (dot number: vdat jab tiresize: p255 60r15)

Filed Incident TiresNHTSA 749895
Electrical systemFire

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 735574
Fuel system

Fuel leaks from under tank onto ground, owner keeps pan under truck to catch fuel, cause unknown, vehicle has not been checed. *Ak

Filed Incident Fuel system, gasolineNHTSA 813024
Body, doors & structure

The driver side door lock when consumer lock door can't open from the inside and air conditioner don't work. Tt

Filed Latches / locks / linkagesNHTSA 964999

Chevrolet C10: every year compared

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
19867201Fuel systemD
19857212Electrical systemD
19843101Fuel systemC
19834100SteeringB
19824301Body, doors & structureD
19814300Fuel systemC
19801101Equipment & accessoriesB
19794110Fuel systemC
19781100Transmission & drivetrainA
All C10 years

1982 Chevrolet C10 vs rivals

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Questions about the 1982 Chevrolet C10

Does the 1982 Chevrolet C10 have any recalls?

Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1982 Chevrolet C10: equipment (October 2007); differential unit (April 1983); lugs / nuts / bolts / studs (December 1982). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.

What are the most common problems with the 1982 Chevrolet C10?

By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (1), body, doors & structure (1), electrical system (1).

How many complaints has the 1982 Chevrolet C10 had?

4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on May 8, 1995 and the latest on August 5, 2001. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Is the 1982 Chevrolet C10 a reliable vehicle?

Its Safety Index is 35 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Chevrolet C10 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.

Which Chevrolet C10 years have the most complaints?
What should I do if my 1982 Chevrolet C10 has a problem?

If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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