1983 Chevrolet G20

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1983 Chevrolet G20
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:44:52.239Z

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.

Complaints
1

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1983

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1 1984: 2 complaints 1985: 6 complaints 1986: 4 complaints 1987: 10 complaints 1988: 11 complaints 1988 1989: 7 complaints 1990: 17 complaints 1991: 5 complaints 1991 1992: 19 complaints 1993: 59 complaints 1994: 42 complaints 1994 1995: 82 complaints 1996: 7 complaints 1997: 5 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1999: 3 complaints
1982: 1 complaint 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1 1984: 2 complaints 1985: 6 complaints 1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 10 complaints 1988: 11 complaints 1988 1989: 7 complaints 1990: 17 complaints 1990 1991: 5 complaints 1992: 19 complaints 1992 1993: 59 complaints 1994: 42 complaints 1994 1995: 82 complaints 1996: 7 complaints 1996 1997: 5 complaints 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 3 complaints
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1 1984: 2 complaints 1984 1985: 6 complaints 1985 1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 10 complaints 1987 1988: 11 complaints 1988 1989: 7 complaints 1989 1990: 17 complaints 1990 1991: 5 complaints 1991 1992: 19 complaints 1992 1993: 59 complaints 1993 1994: 42 complaints 1994 1995: 82 complaints 1995 1996: 7 complaints 1996 1997: 5 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 3 complaints 1999

1983: 1 complaint

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
19821
19831
19842
19856
19864
198710
198811
19897
199017
19915
199219
199359
199442
199582
19967
19975
19982
19993

Known problem areas

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

Suspension

1 of 1 total report mentions: suspension, most commonly citing upper arm.

Show complaint excerpts

Control arms on both sides rusted through.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-03-25

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1983-09-13Trailer hitches83V084000 Platform trailer hitches were produced from other than pure steel. Consequently, the hitch will not withstand normal stresses.

    Remedy: The hitch platform assembly will be replaced on all involved vehicles.

  2. R
    1990-08-23Seat belts90V137000 No summary on file.

    Remedy: Install proper mounting hardware and seat belts.

  3. R
    2007-11-08Equipment07E088000 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.…

    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.

Buy-smart checklist

1983 Chevrolet G20 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 83V084000 · Trailer hitches
  • Recall 90V137000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 07E088000 · Equipment

FAQ

Is the 1983 Chevrolet G20 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 1983 Chevrolet G20?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1983 Chevrolet G20 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.