MYRModel Year Report

1992 Chevrolet K3500

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1992 Chevrolet K3500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:41:47.286Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet K3500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1992 highlighted. 1988: 1 complaints 1988 1989: 1 complaints 1990: 3 complaints 1990 1991: 0 complaints 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 4 complaints 1994: 6 complaints 1994 1995: 12 complaints 1996: 13 complaints 1996
1992: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19881
19891
19903
19910
19923
19934
19946
199512
199613

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VISIBILITY

1 of 3 total reports mentions: visibility.

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WHEN USING THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS THEY ARE WORKING INTERMITTENTLY, AND SOMETIME'S CONSUMER HAS TO GO UNDER THE HOOD TO DISCONNECT THE HARNESS WIRE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19990217

TIRES

1 of 3 total reports mentions: tires.

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BOTH FRONT TIRES EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION ALTHOUGH THERE WAS CONSIDERABLE TREAD DEPTH LEFT ON BOTH, THE CONSUMER REPLACED ALL FOUR TIRES WITH A DIFFERENT BRAND (GOODYEAR WRANGLER LT245/75R16 M&S LOAD RANGE E). NLM

NHTSA ODI report, 20010306

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes, air.

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LOSS OF ALL BRAKING POWER FOR ABOUT 5 SECONDS. I KEPT PUMPING THE BRAKES AS I DROVE OFF THE ROAD AND BRAKING POWER RETURNED. THIS WAS THE FIRST TIME THAT ALL POWER WAS LOST, IT IS USUALLY A DECREASE IN BRAKING ABILITY NOT A COMPLETE LOSS.

NHTSA ODI report, 19990811

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19920409 — service brakes, hydraulic

THE PIVOT BOLT HOLDING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO ITS SUPPORT BRACKET MAY BE IMPROPERLY TIGHTENED AND MAY NOT HAVE ENGAGED THE LOCKING MATERIAL ON THE BOLT. THE BOLT CAN DISENGAGE FROM THE NUT.

Remedy: DEALERS SHOULD INSPECT THE HAND STARTED BRAKE PEDAL BOLTS AND TORQUE THEM TO SPECIFICATION.

Campaign 92V056000 — 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

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1992 Chevrolet K3500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, air issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 92V056000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1992 Chevrolet K3500 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 K3500?

The most-reported component is visibility:windshield wiper/washer, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1992 Chevrolet K3500 have?

2 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.