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1990 Chevrolet T100: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 1990 Chevrolet T100: 1 recall, 0 owner complaints.

1vehicle recalls
0owner complaints
0mention a crash
–best combined mpg
1990 Chevrolet T100
Photo: IFCAR · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Recalls

1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.

Steering Vehicle recall #90V030000 · 1990 · 41 vehicles

What's wrong: Nut attaching steering wheel May have been insufficiently tightened and a nut retainer May be missing.

Why it matters: Steering wheel could disengage from column which could result in loss of control and an accident.

The fix: Reinstall steering wheel nut and retainer and re-torque nut.

Most-reported problems

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1990 Chevrolet T100 so far.

Want the full repair deets? Get the factory manual.

Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 1990 Chevrolet T100.

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FAQ

Does the 1990 Chevrolet T100 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1990 Chevrolet T100. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Where can I get a 1990 Chevrolet T100 repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

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