MYRModel Year Report

1993 Chevrolet G20

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1993 Chevrolet G20
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:36:31.026Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
59
Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 1993

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Service brakes

54% of complaints

Complaints per year

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

1993: 59 complaints

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

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Service brakes

54% · 32 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

Power train

12% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing gear position indication (prndl) and manual transmission.

Show complaint excerpts

Consumer states if starts vehicle in "Park" Gear cannot change gear to engage vehicle. Has to start vehicle in "Neutral" Gear in order to be able to engage. Dealer diagnosed defective neutral park switch as the cause.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-08-05

Electrical system

8% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing interior/under dash and wiring.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

Vehicle was parked for period of 1 day, electrical short under the dash caused a fire. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-14

Vehicle speed control

7% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing cables.

CRASH

Wheels

5% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing lugs/nuts/bolts/studs.

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    1994-04-22Wheels94V053000 These vehicles were equipped with incorrect spare wheels. The use of an incorrect spare wheel in a mounted position can, under certain load conditions, eventually cause the wheel to crack and…

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    1994-07-08Interior lighting94V128000 The transformer used to power the neon center lightbeam can overheat and catch on fire.

    Remedy: Mark iii dealers will modify the assemblies to eliminate the neon lighting fixture in the vehicle and replace it with incandescent lights operating directly from the vehicle 12-volt battery.

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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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    1999-12-10Service brakes, hydraulic99I006000 This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Vehicle description: certain light duty pickup trucks, sport…

    Remedy: Dealers will modify the computer program which operates the ABS unit on some vehicles, or replace the computer on others to improve the performance of the ABS on these surfaces.

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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.

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Buy-smart checklist

1993 Chevrolet G20 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 32 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 94V053000 · Wheels
  • Recall 94V128000 · Interior lighting
  • Recall 94V177000 · Seats
  • Recall 99I006000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 07E088000 · Equipment
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1993 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 1993 Chevrolet G20?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 54% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 Chevrolet G20 have?
6 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.