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  Safety Recalls of GMC C20 Vehicles

There have been 8 safety recalls for the GMC C20. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the GMC C20.

NHTSA Recall #: 90V108000; Jun. 4, 1990

This could cause loss of braking activity that couldresult in a truck crash without prior warning.

Recalled Vehicles: 1990 Chevrolet C15, 1990 Chevrolet C20, 1990 Chevrolet C25, 1990 Chevrolet C30, 1990 Chevrolet C35, 1990 Chevrolet K15, 1990 Chevrolet K20, 1990 Chevrolet K25, 1990 Chevrolet K30, 1990 Chevrolet K35, 1990 GMC C15, 1990 GMC C20, 1990 GMC C25, 1990 GMC C35, 1990 GMC K15, 1990 GMC K20, 1990 GMC K25, 1990 GMC K30, 1990 GMC K35
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Recall Summary: Loose pivot bolt holding the brake pedal to its support bracket could disengage from the nut. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 90V015000; Jan. 29, 1990

A hole could be rubbed through these fuel lines, allowing fuel leakage near exhaust crossover pipe; this could result in an engine compartment fire that could spread to the passenger compartment.

Recalled Vehicles: 1990 Chevrolet C10, 1990 Chevrolet C20, 1990 Chevrolet C30, 1990 Chevrolet K10, 1990 Chevrolet K20, 1990 Chevrolet K30, 1990 GMC C15, 1990 GMC C20, 1990 GMC C25, 1990 GMC C35, 1990 GMC K15, 1990 GMC K20, 1990 GMC K30, 1990 GMC K35
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Recall Summary: 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 the fuel lines could be damaged resulting in a fuel leak. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 82V081000; Aug. 24, 1982

Recalled Vehicles: 1982 Chevrolet C20, 1982 Chevrolet K20, 1982 Chevrolet P20, 1982 GMC C20, 1982 GMC K20, 1982 GMC P20
Component: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Recall Summary: The rear axle shafts received improper heat treatment during manufacture. The shaft may break and the tire and wheel assembly could disengage from the vehicle. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 81V148000; Dec. 14, 1981

Recalled Vehicles: 1981 Chevrolet C10, 1981 Chevrolet C20, 1981 GMC C10, 1981 GMC C20
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
Recall Summary: The hydraulic brake fluid used in certain vehicles may fail to comply with the brake fluid boiling point requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 116, "motor vehicle brake fluids". Braking efficiency may be reduced and vehicle stopping distance increased, especially when hard or ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 81V010000; Jan. 13, 1981

Recalled Vehicles: 1979 Chevrolet C20, 1980 Chevrolet C20, 1979 Chevrolet C30, 1980 Chevrolet C30, 1979 Chevrolet K20, 1980 Chevrolet K20, 1979 Chevrolet K30, 1980 Chevrolet K30, 1979 GMC C20, 1980 GMC C20, 1979 GMC K20, 1980 GMC K20, 1979 GMC K30, 1980 GMC K30
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Recall Summary: Fatigue cracks may develop in the brake vacuum booster housing. This may cause a vacuum leak and reduce the effectiveness of the brakes. After prolonged use, the cracks may develop to the extent that the booster may separate from the vehicle. ... Details of this recall 🔎

Table 1. Historical Recalls of GMC C20 Vehicles

Date Component Vehicle Affected
Jun. 4, 1990   Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages 1,962
Jan. 29, 1990   Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 68
Aug. 24, 1982   Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft 8,881
Dec. 14, 1981   Service Brakes, Hydraulic:fluid 17
Jan. 13, 1981   Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum 320,677
Jun. 6, 1979   Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch 15,328
Oct. 14, 1977   Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal 330,468
Jun. 22, 1977   Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm 107,584


Table 2. Recall Statistics of GMC C20 Model Years

Model# Recalls
1990 GMC C20 2
1982 GMC C20 1
1981 GMC C20 1
1980 GMC C20 1
1979 GMC C20 2
1977 GMC C20 1
1976 GMC C20 1
1975 GMC C20 1