MYRModel Year Report

1980 Chevrolet C20

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1980 Chevrolet C20
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:06:51.157Z

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet C20 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1980 highlighted. 1980: 1 complaints 1980 1981: 1 complaints 1982: 1 complaints 1983: 1 complaints 1983 1984: 4 complaints 1985: 2 complaints 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1987: 3 complaints 1988: 3 complaints 1989: 1 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1991: 6 complaints 1992: 2 complaints 1992 1993: 16 complaints 1994: 12 complaints 1995: 14 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1997: 2 complaints 1998: 0 complaints 1998 2000: 0 complaints 2001: 0 complaints 2001
1980: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19801
19811
19821
19831
19844
19852
19860
19873
19883
19891
19905
19916
19922
199316
199412
199514
19960
19972
19980
20000
20010

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STRUCTURE

1 of 1 total report mentions: structure.

CRASH
STRUCTURE

1 of 1 total report mentions: structure.

SEATS

1 of 1 total report mentions: seats.

CRASH
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SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROLS TOO CLOSE TOGETHER, CAUSING ACCIDENT WHEN DRIVERS SEAT BACK FELL WHEN DRIVER WAS TRYING TO MOVE SEAT FORWARD.

NHTSA ODI report, 19960909

SEAT BELTS

1 of 1 total report mentions: seat belts.

CRASH
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SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROLS TOO CLOSE TOGETHER, CAUSING ACCIDENT WHEN DRIVERS SEAT BACK FELL WHEN DRIVER WAS TRYING TO MOVE SEAT FORWARD.

NHTSA ODI report, 19960909

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 1 total report mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

CRASH
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SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROLS TOO CLOSE TOGETHER, CAUSING ACCIDENT WHEN DRIVERS SEAT BACK FELL WHEN DRIVER WAS TRYING TO MOVE SEAT FORWARD.

NHTSA ODI report, 19960909

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19810109 — service brakes, hydraulic

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

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 BOOSTE

Campaign 81V010000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19921208 — EA (closed 19950309)

FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY

R 20071108 — equipment

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. TH

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 07E088000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1980 Chevrolet C20 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 81V010000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07E088000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1980 Chevrolet C20 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1980 Chevrolet C20?

The most-reported component is structure:body:trunk lid, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1980 Chevrolet C20 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.