1995 Chevrolet C30 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other C30 years
- Not enough data 1st of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 7 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA about the 1995 Chevrolet C30. That is the most of any C30 model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (8 complaints, 89%). Complaints mention 3 crashes, 2 injuries. There are 7 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 9owner complaints
- 7safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1995 Chevrolet C30 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 89% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 11% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 11% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 11% | 70,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1995 Chevrolet C30 recalls (7)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Seats
Problem: Vehicle description: extended cab and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with reclining seats and the easy-entry feature. These vehicles exhibit a condition in which a pinch point exists in the recliner mechanism that can trap and pinch a person's hand or finger(s) when the easy-entry feature is activated.
Risk: This pinching can cut the hand or possibly sever the finger(s) without prior warning.
Fix: Dealers will install a protector cover over the recliner mechanism.
Tires:bead
Problem: These tires have bead damage which occured during tire mounting.
Risk: This damage to the tire reinforcing structure in the bead "toe" area causes a bulge in the sidewall after the tire is inflated. This condition will result in a slow air loss causing the tire to go flat. However, it is possible for the damage to result in a rapid air loss causing injuries to anyone if they were handling the tire when this occurred.
Fix: Dealers will demount each tire and inspect for bead damage. If bead damage is found, the tire will be replaced.
Vehicle speed control
Problem: These vehicles were assembled with the throttle cable contacting the dash mat which could bind the throttle. This does not meet with the maximum return times required by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "accelerator control systems."
Risk: Consequence of non-compliance: the engine speed may not return to idle increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Fix: Dealers will inspect for adequate throttle cable to dash mat clearance, and if there is insufficient clearance, cut out a portion of the dash mat to provide proper clearance.
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
Problem: The steering column upper intermediate-shaft nut may not be torqued to proper specifications. The nut could loosen and detach allowing the through-bolt that secures the upper intermediate-shaft to the lower steering column shaft joint to fall out.
Risk: This loose engagement can provide noticeable noise and abnormal steering feeling to the driver and, if left unattended, the steering shafts can separate resulting in a loss of steering control.
Fix: Dealers will torque the suspect fasteners to the proper specifications.
Seat belts:front
Problem: If both the lap-belt and shoulder-belt energy management loops on the front seat belt assemblies release at or near the same time, acceleration forces can cause the buckle release mechanism to activate and allow the buckle to separate from the latch.
Risk: If the buckle released, the system would fail to provide adequate occupant restraint protection.
Fix: Dealers will remove the stitching that creates the energy management loop in the shoulder belt(s).
Seat belts:front
Problem: These vehicles were built with front seat belt systems with no energy management loops and may not meet the head injury criteria requirements of fmvss no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupants of these seats may not be properly restrained.
Fix: Dealers will replace the retractor portion of the seat belt assembly(s) with one having the newly designed energy-management twin-loop system.
Power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Problem: Due to a thin case casting, an external transmission leak can occur.
Risk: This condition can cause transmission oil to sprayonto the exhaust system and result in a possible vehicle fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the transmission case assembly for the involved case casting. If the assembly is involved, the transmission will be replaced.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Steering shaft separations (PE95052) — opened Oct 25, 1995, closed Mar 22, 1996.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The van was in an accident. Due to the impact of the hit, and the fact that the van is not suitable per fda requirements for a car seat. I had to install a seat from another suv in order for the car seat to be installed. This was my only vehicle and the fact that there was no option for a safe…
While applying brakes vehicle does not respond to a complete stop, vehicle skids forward.*ak when approaching a traffic stop on a rough road surface brakes will apply for a frction of a second then release, vehicle will then coast woth no brakes and coast through traffic. *mj
While traveling about 15-20mph and after the brakes are depressed there is an initial response, but vehicle continues to go forward. No accidents or injuries have occurred. *ak
An inherent invasion of of proper response from braking system. This occurs during fall/winter seasons; also, when moisturization comes in contact with road surfaces. Consumer assistance center affirms system functioning correctly. *ak
When brakes are applied they resist. When vehicle goes over a bump the brake releases and keeps going. The dealer has not been able to duplicate the problem. *ak
Other Chevrolet C30 years
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Chevrolet C30?
Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, service brakes, air, structure problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 8 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Chevrolet C30?
Yes, 7 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1995 Chevrolet C30 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other C30 model years, the 1995 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.