1992 Chevrolet G20
Only 19 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 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 19
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1992
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1992: 19 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 19 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
6 of 19 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
6 of 19 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing torque converter and automatic transmission.
Show complaint excerpts
Automatic transmission failure, torque converter has been replaced five times, leaking transmission fluid. Tt first the transmission was repaired due to vibration. Then the torque converter was replaced.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-10-17
Also filed under Vehicle speed control
Vehicle speed control
2 of 19 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Fuel system, gasoline
2 of 19 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing filler pipe and cap.
Suspension
2 of 19 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing front.
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1992-09-25Service brakes, hydraulic92V127000 The brake pedal assembly has a pushrod pin that is too small and it is installed in the wrong position, causing an increased brake pedal ratio and a decreased master cylinder stroke.
Remedy: Replace the brake assembly.
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1994-12-23Seats94V177000 The front driver and passenger seat back height does not conform to the requirements of FMVSS No. 202, "Head restraints."
Remedy: Sherry designs will provide an attachable headrest for the dealer or customer to add to the seats.
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2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing…
Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).
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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
1992 Chevrolet G20 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 92V127000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 94V177000 · Seats
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 07E088000 · Equipment
FAQ
- Is the 1992 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 1992 Chevrolet G20?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1992 Chevrolet G20 have?
- 4 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.