1994 Chevrolet P30

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1994 Chevrolet P30
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:38:51.568Z

Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
9

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1994

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 3 complaints 1987: 3 complaints 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 4 complaints 1993: 3 complaints 1994: 9 complaints 1994 9 1995: 0 complaints 1996: 0 complaints 1997: 0 complaints 1997 1998: 9 complaints 1999: 2 complaints 1999
1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 3 complaints 1986 1987: 3 complaints 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 4 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 9 complaints 1994 9 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1997: 0 complaints 1997 1998: 9 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999
1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 3 complaints 1986 1987: 3 complaints 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 4 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 9 complaints 1994 9 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1997: 0 complaints 1997 1998: 9 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999

1994: 9 complaints

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YearComplaints
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19810
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19852
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19911
19924
19933
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19989
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Known problem areas

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Parking brake

4 of 9 total reports mention: parking brake, most commonly citing actuator.

Show complaint excerpts

I have a p-30 Chevrolet chassis with a class a motorhome on it. The unit is a 1994 manufactured unit. I have had continuous failures of the automatic park system. The unit was diagnosed under warranty initially in 1995.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-08-13

1994 dolphin motor home on chevy p-32032 chassi with auto parking brake. I am having problems with this parking brake and have read about all the problems with this brake system and the call for a recall on this system.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-07-18

Chevrolet P-30 motor home - failure of automatic parking brake. Loss of system pressure caused sudden lock up of rear wheels. Since original failure of pressure maintenance switch (Leak) I carry a spare with me at all times.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-11-02

Vehicle speed control

2 of 9 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cables.

FIRE
Show complaint excerpts

While driving with cruise control, a fuse blew causing the auto park brake to activate, the brake assembly overheated and caught fire within a couple of miles, the consumer smelled smoke and pulled over to see flames.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-11-14

PCM failed 3 times, causing loss of power/control.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-12-31

Also filed under Electrical system

Visibility

1 of 9 total reports mentions: visibility.

Service brakes

1 of 9 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Power train

1 of 9 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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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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    Date not on fileEngine and engine cooling95I005000 Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks, vans and motorhomes equipped with electronically fuel injected 6.5L diesel engine. This is not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation part 573.

    Remedy: Dealers will install some recently developed enhancements which will improve the overall driveability of these vehicles.

Buy-smart checklist

1994 Chevrolet P30 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Parking brake: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 95I005000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 07E088000 · Equipment

FAQ

Is the 1994 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 1994 Chevrolet P30?
The most-reported component is parking brake, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Chevrolet P30 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.