Equipment Problems of Chevrolet S10

Chevrolet S10 owners have reported 82 equipment related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 9 most common equipment problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's carrier/rack (29 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's air conditioner (21 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Equipment problems of Chevrolet S10

The Carrier/rack problem

Spare tire stored underneath vechile fell to ground and logged under vehicle. Only a bad bounce at 10 mph but a major problem at 70 mph. Repair service states they have seem this before--will replacement fail when traveling at a higher speed? is it safe to drive this vehicle?   Read details...

The Air Conditioner problem

A/c blower does not work correctly after several hours on the highway. When set to high it blows about the same as if set on low. After stopping for awhile it will work correctly again. Since it is impossible to recreate on demand I have not taken to dealership.   Read details...

The Equipment problem

Twice now while lightly applying brakes to come to a stop at an intersection the antilock brake system engaged. Since it was unexpected I almost didn't come to a stop in time before rolling into the intersection into traffic.   Read details...

The Labels problem

Letter from to the administrator re product safety recall 00v258001 affecting 2000 Chevrolet vehicles with the incorrect payload capacity listed on the vehicle certification label on the driver's side door. The consumer stated the label read 3,872 lbs, when it should have read 1,434 lbs.   Read details...

The Radio/tape Cd Player problem

The truck was occasionally not turning over. Tried things like turning fan on, radio, etc and it would start. Security light comes on or will blink. Truck now is not turning over at all. Dash lights blink and or come on when door opens.   Read details...




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