1986 Chevrolet P30

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1986 Chevrolet P30
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:05:45.749Z

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

1986: 3 complaints

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Year	Complaints
1980	0
1981	0
1982	0
1983	0
1984	0
1985	2
1986	3
1987	3
1988	0
1989	1
1990	2
1991	1
1992	4
1993	3
1994	9
1995	0
1996	0
1997	0
1998	9
1999	2

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

FIRE INJURY

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DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, WHITE SMOKE EMITTED FROM THE EXHAUST PIPE. THE VEHICLE WAS IMMEDIATELY TAKEN TO A PRIVATE REPAIR SHOP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060908

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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LEFT EXHAUST IS TOO CLOSE TO THE OIL FILTER. OWNER WANTS TO KNOW IF THERE WAS A RECALL.

NHTSA ODI report, 19980214

AIR BAGS

1 of 3 total reports mentions: air bags.

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DT: USE MOTOR HOME AND THE AIR BAGS WERE NOT WORK PROPERLY. DEALER MADE SURE THAT IT WOULD PASS INSPECTION. DEALER ALSO SAID THAT THE AIR BAGS THAT WERE NOT WORKING WAS NOT A SAFTY ISSUE. CHEVROLET TOLD THAT IS WAS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050506

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19861114 — PE (closed 19870422)

FUEL SPURTING

I 19870807 — PE (closed 19880114)

EXHAUST SYSTEM HEAT

I 19870908 — PE (closed 19871106)

LOWER CONTROL ARM FAILURE

I 19871106 — EA (closed 19881024)

LOWER CONTROL ARM

I 19880114 — PE (closed 19880331)

EXHAUST MANIFOLD LEAKS

R 19880729 — suspension

LEFT HAND LOWER CONTROL ARM CAN CRACK AND COULD EVENTUALLY CAUSE THE LOWER BALL JOINT TO SEPARATE FROM THE CONTROL ARM.

Remedy: REPAIR OR REPLACE LOWER LEFT CONTROL ARM.

Campaign 88V110000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19880920 — EA (closed 19890926)

FUEL EXPULSION

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

1986 Chevrolet P30 — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for air bags issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 88V110000 (suspension) has been completed.
Verify recall 07E088000 (equipment) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1986 Chevrolet P30 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 1986 Chevrolet P30?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline:delivery, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 Chevrolet P30 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.