1993 Chevrolet G20

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1993 Chevrolet G20
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:00:40.762Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet G20 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1993 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1981: 0 complaints 1982: 1 complaints 1983: 1 complaints 1983 1984: 2 complaints 1985: 6 complaints 1986: 4 complaints 1986 1987: 10 complaints 1988: 11 complaints 1989: 7 complaints 1989 1990: 17 complaints 1991: 5 complaints 1992: 19 complaints 1992 1993: 59 complaints 1993 1994: 42 complaints 1995: 82 complaints 1995 1996: 7 complaints 1997: 5 complaints 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 3 complaints 1999
1993: 59 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19810
19821
19831
19842
19856
19864
198710
198811
19897
199017
19915
199219
199359
199442
199582
19967
19975
19982
19993

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 37%

37% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 22 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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ABS BRAKES; ESTIMATED SPEED 15-20 MPH. BRAKES FAILED TO PERFORM STOP, RESULTING IN HEAD ON COLLISION. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950203

ABS SYSTEM FAILED TO WORK AT APPROX. 15 MPH, RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950105

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 5%

5% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 3 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 5%

5% of complaints: electrical system — 3 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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VEHICLE WAS PARKED FOR PERIOD OF 1 DAY, ELECTRICAL SHORT UNDER THE DASH CAUSED A FIRE. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950314

WHEELS 3%

3% of complaints: wheels — 2 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 3%

3% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 2 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19940422 — wheels

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 POSSIBLY

Campaign 94V053000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19940708 — interior lighting

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.

Campaign 94V128000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19941223 — seats

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.

Campaign 94V177000 — check if this car was fixed

R 19991210 — service brakes, hydraulic

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 UTI

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.

Campaign 99I006000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

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 MANUFACTURE

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).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

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

1993 Chevrolet G20 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (22 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 94V053000 (wheels) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 94V128000 (interior lighting) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 94V177000 (seats) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 99I006000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07E088000 (equipment) has been completed.

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, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1993 Chevrolet G20 have?

6 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.