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1982 Chevrolet C20 Problems, complaints & recalls

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1982 Chevrolet C20 with NHTSA, most often about the seats & seat belts (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in October 2007 for the equipment. For comparison, the 1981 has 1 and the 1983 has 1.

NHTSA data checked

CAbout as many problems as a typical C20 year, for its age

#40 most complained-about 1982 vehicle

Complaints
1
Recalls
2
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

Most common 1982 Chevrolet C20 problems

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1982 Chevrolet C20 recalls 2

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: axle shaft

82V0810008,881 vehicles affected

The problem
The rear axle shafts received improper heat treatment during manufacture. The shaft may break and the tire and wheel assembly could disengage from the vehicle.
The fix
Dealer will replace both rear axle shaft assemblies, if necessary, free of charge.

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1 complaints about the 1982 Chevrolet C20

Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.

Seats & seat belts

The driver's lap/shoulder seat belt release latch spring broke which makes the seat belt inoperative. Please explain. *Ak

Filed Seat beltsNHTSA 802348

Chevrolet C20: every year compared

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
19860100-A
19852100Wheels & tiresB
19844101BrakesF
19831100Seats & seat beltsB
19821200Seats & seat beltsC
19811200Wheels & tiresC
19801210Body, doors & structureC
19790400-D
19781100-B
All C20 years

1982 Chevrolet C20 vs rivals

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Questions about the 1982 Chevrolet C20

Does the 1982 Chevrolet C20 have any recalls?

Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 1982 Chevrolet C20: equipment (October 2007); axle shaft (August 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 C20?

By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the seats & seat belts (1).

How many complaints has the 1982 Chevrolet C20 had?

1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 13, 1996 and the latest on September 13, 1996. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Is the 1982 Chevrolet C20 a reliable vehicle?

Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Chevrolet C20 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 C20 years have the most complaints?
What should I do if my 1982 Chevrolet C20 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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