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BrakesPart report

1993 Chevrolet G20 Brakes Problems

Complaints
29about this part
Share
49%of 59 total for the year
Median mileage
—not reported
Trend
StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.

NHTSA recorded 29 complaints about the brakes of the 1993 Chevrolet G20, 49% of the 59 complaints for this model year. 12 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“Was driving 35 MPH & started to apply brakes for a stop light, and had no brakes. Went through light. Brakes locked up for a bit in front, but not in rear. Contacted & informed dealership next day of problem with vehicle. Given run around. Finally referred to mechanic. Electric computer chip or pump was causing problem of braking.”

NHTSA complaint #877811, filed 2001-01

“Vehicle experiencing problem with extended stopping distance whenever brakes are applied in a sudden stop / emergency situation. Vehicle been in dealer's shop for inspection, and they informed consumer that this was normal condition for that vehicle. Please feel free to provide any further details.”

NHTSA complaint #874985, filed 2000-11

“When brakes were applied in an emergency situation they did not respond as they should. Pedal was normal, but brakes grabbed and then released. Vehicle kept coasting into vehicle in front of it. Gmc has been contacted.”

NHTSA complaint #868300, filed 2000-08

“The break pads and the calipers wear out very quickly within 10, 000-12,000 miles. Replaced and serviced 3 times in 50,000 miles. Needs replacing again. When applying the brakes the pedal goes about 1 inch from the floor and vehicle does not stop on time.”

NHTSA complaint #807510, filed 1997-01

“Abs brake problem; ABS warning light came on. When taken to dealership, dealer stated the ABS module has gone out. This module has not been replaced at this time. Please give further details.”

NHTSA complaint #825159, filed 1998-07

Brakes: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
1997240%
1996114%
19953644%
19942048%
19932949%
1992632%
1990318%
198819%
1985117%

Other parts of the 1993 Chevrolet G20

Transmission and drivetrain
7 complaints
Electrical system
5 complaints
Vehicle speed control
4 complaints
Seat belts
3 complaints
Wheels
3 complaints
Body and structure
2 complaints
Suspension
2 complaints
Tires
2 complaints
Engine cooling
1 complaints
Exterior lighting
1 complaints
Fuel system
1 complaints
Latches, locks and linkages
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 1993 Chevrolet G20

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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