1995 Chevrolet S10: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1995 Chevrolet S10: 5 recalls, 911 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 3 equipment/tire recalls that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #95V180000 · 1995 · 73,163 vehicles
What's wrong: Fan blade rivet breakage can occur causing the fan blade to separate from the spider.
Why it matters: If this occurred while the hood was open, a person working under the hood of the vehicle or in the vicinity of the vehicle could be struck by the fan blade and injured.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace, if necessary, the fan with a newer fan having thicker-headed rivets.
Steering Vehicle recall #96V195000 · 1996 · 144,598 vehicles
What's wrong: The intermediate steering shaft loosens at the steering shaft to steering gear coupling. With this looseness, the yoke pinch bolt can wear on the splines of the shaft until there is no longer an interference between the splines and the bolt.
Why it matters: This condition can cause body to chassis movement allowing the steering shaft to separate from the steering gear which can result in a loss of steering control.
The fix: Dealers will retorque the upper and lower bolts to correct specifications.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #97V096001 · 1997 · 586,058 vehicles
What's wrong: The outboard safety belt webbing on the driver's and/or passenger's seat can separate during a frontal impact.
Why it matters: If a separation occurred and there were secondary crash events or vehicle rollover, there would be no belt restraint of the occupant and increased injuries could occur.
The fix: Dealers will install a protective cover over the recliner mechanism.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #98V150001 · 1998 · 1,557,585 vehicles
What's wrong: Solder joints near the wiring harness connector can crack causing the windshield wipers to work intermittently.
Why it matters: This condition can result in inoperative wipers, reducing a driver's visibility, and increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #99V193000 · 1999 · 1,125,749 vehicles
What's wrong: Under certain driving conditions the switch which signals the ABS system whether the vehicle is in 2-wheel or 4-wheel drive can malfunction causing increased stopping distances during ABS stops while in the two-wheel drive mode.
Why it matters: If this occurred at a time when minimum stopping distance was required, a vehicle crash could occur without prior warning.
The fix: Dealers will replace or repair the 4-wheel/2-wheel drive switch.
3 aftermarket equipment / tire recalls replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Brakes (hydraulic) Recall #99I006000 · 1999 · 2,400,000 vehicles
What's wrong: This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. Vehicle description: certain light duty pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, or minivans equipped with 3-sensor ABS (antilock braking system) ebc4 units.
Why it matters: These vehicles can experience extended stopping distances during ABS stops on certain multiple surfaces, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will modify the computer program which operates the ABS unit on some vehicles, or replace the computer on others to improve the performance of the ABS on these surfaces.
Fuel system (other) Equipment recall #07E021000 · 2007 · 742 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, p/nos. Fp10020-11b1, fp10026-11b1, and fp10027-11b1, sold after January 9, 2007, as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles listed above. The universal pressure regulators (upr) were produced without an o'ring and retainer.
Why it matters: Fuel May leak, possibly resulting in a fire.
The fix: Delphi will notify owners and replace the upr free of charge. The recall began on April 23, 2007. Owners can contact delphi at 877-411-8770.
Exterior lights Equipment recall #09E025000 · 2009 · 42,540 vehicles
What's wrong: Dope, Inc. is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Why it matters: Decreased lighting visibility May result in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Dope, Inc. will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on July 28, 2009.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 13 mention a fire, 155 injuries and 1 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (hydraulic) (306): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (123), noise or vibration (24).
- Visibility (wipers, glass) (207): the most common themes are electrical failure (9).
- Airbags (111): the most common themes are fails to deploy (79).
- Engine & cooling (83): the most common themes are leaks (18), stalls / loses power (11), noise or vibration (5).
The 1995 Chevrolet S10 has 911 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 19 S10 model years for complaints (3.1× the average S10 year). Complaints peaked in 1999 (183 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 115,500 miles. Neighboring years: 1994 (967 complaints, 5 recalls), 1996 (668 complaints, 7 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 26 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.2 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | Regular |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | Regular |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 22 | 18 | Regular |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Premium |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | Premium |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | Regular |
| 5.2 L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | Premium |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 | 19 | 16 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1995 Chevrolet S10 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 1995 Chevrolet S10, plus 3 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1995 Chevrolet S10 problems?
Owners have filed 911 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (hydraulic) (306), visibility (wipers, glass) (207), airbags (111).
What gas mileage does the 1995 Chevrolet S10 get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (2.2 L, Manual 5-spd), across 9 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1995 Chevrolet S10 repair manual?
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