1984 Chevrolet G20
Only 2 complaints 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1984
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1984: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 4 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 59 |
| 1994 | 42 |
| 1995 | 82 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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Radio inoperative.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-05-27
Also filed under Equipment
Equipment
1 of 2 total reports mentions: equipment, most commonly citing radio/tape deck/cd etc..
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.
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When driving the vehicle stalls out when the accelerator is applied. Dealer can't find the problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-01-29
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1984-07-11Equipment84V095000 Plastic plug located on top of the front air conditioner was not removed during assembly. This defect disrupts normal operation of evaporator blower housing.
Remedy: Rear a/c system blower will be inspected for damage such as melting or burning. If no damage is detected, the resistor will be replaced and any remaining pieces will be removed. If damage is…
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1990-08-23Seat belts90V137000 No summary on file.
Remedy: Install proper mounting hardware and seat belts.
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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
1984 Chevrolet G20 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
- Equipment: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 84V095000 · Equipment
- Recall 90V137000 · Seat belts
- Recall 07E088000 · Equipment
FAQ
- Is the 1984 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 1984 Chevrolet G20?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1984 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.