1990 Chevrolet K10
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
- 2
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1990
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1990: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 2 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 2 |
| 1991 | 2 |
| 1992 | 4 |
| 1993 | 4 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 4 |
| 1998 | 4 |
| 1999 | 4 |
| 2000 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Seats
1 of 2 total reports mentions: seats.
Show complaint excerpts
Vehicle was at a stop impact 6:00 position driver seat track broke causing seat back failure and driver hit his head on rear window. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-06-15
Power train
1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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The vehicle has caught on fire due to transmission fluid. His truck is part of the recall but Chevrolet is not trying to honor it. Please describe.…
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-11-30
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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1990-02-09Fuel system, gasoline90V015000 On c and k models, feed and or return fuel lines can contact the automatic transmission shift linkage cordon shaft. In addition, on k models lines may also contact front propshaft. In either case…
Remedy: Install newly designed fuel line routing bracket to prevent contact and, if necessary, replace fuel lines.
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1992-12-08Engineering analysisClosed 1995-03-09 Fuel system integrity
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1993-03-13Power train93V016000 Unanticipated heat in the transmission can force the transmission fluid out of the vent tube.
Remedy: Install a longer transmission vent hose routed to the left side of the engine compartment of the vehicle.
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1993-11-08Service brakes, hydraulic93V119000 Severe corrosion due to road salt at the joint of the stamped steel center section and the cast outer section can cause the sections to separate.
Remedy: Replace the front brake rotors with new rotors with a corrosion protection coating. However, if replacement of brake linings are necessary, it will be done at owner's expense since brake linings are…
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1994-07-29Engineering analysisClosed 1996-07-31 Engine compartment fires
Buy-smart checklist
1990 Chevrolet K10 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Seats: 1 report on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 90V015000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 93V016000 · Power train
- Recall 93V119000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
FAQ
- Is the 1990 Chevrolet K10 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 1990 Chevrolet K10?
- The most-reported component is seats, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1990 Chevrolet K10 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.