1994 Chevrolet K10 Problems
- Complaints
- 8filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 6campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1994 Chevrolet K10 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 1994 Chevrolet K10. The part named most often is seats, with 3 complaints (38% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain (2) and visibility (2). NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year. Seats complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
Example complaints
Seats: “Upon receipt of recall notice from mfr, consumer contacted dlr to schedule appt., dlr put VIN in and found vehicle not included in recall, vehicle exhibits similar defect, both bolts have sheared off and driver's seat is in reclining position.”
NHTSA complaint #804703, filed 1996-11Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “While driving in inclement weather windshield wipers came on and off on their own. Dealer was aware of this problem. Mechanic informed consumer that this vehicle was not on recall. Consumer informed the mechanic that this problem occurred more than once, and had not been resolved.”
NHTSA complaint #10079666, filed 2004-06Tires: “While driving 20 MPH the spare tire fell off from underneath the vehicle. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and pulled over. Consumer contacted the dealer, and was informed that the spare tire cable assembly needed to be replaced due to corrosion.”
NHTSA complaint #10076127, filed 2004-06Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 95V246000Dec 21, 1995SeatsCovers: Chevrolet K10 1993–1994, C10 1993–1994, GMC C15 1993–1994 +9 more
The seat recliner to seat frame attaching bolts on these vehicle could loosen, fatigue and fracture, allowing the seat back to suddenly recline.
- 94V212000Oct 26, 1994Visibility › WindshieldCovers: Chevrolet K10 1994, GMC C15 1994, Chevrolet C20 1994 +5 more
The windshields were installed with incorrect windshield opening pinch-weld-flange primer. This primer will not properly etch the painted surface of the flange, allowing the windshield to separate from the vehicle during a collision. This does not comply…
- 94V060000Apr 5, 1994Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower armCovers: Chevrolet K10 1994, GMC C15 1994, Chevrolet C20 1994 +9 more
Trucks were assembled with the left-hand lower control arm to frame rear nut tightened below the specified torque. Low torque on this nut may allow the attachment bolt to loosed and subsequently fatigue and break. The bolt breakage can cause the left hand…
- 94V030000Feb 9, 1994Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › MountingCovers: Chevrolet K10 1994, C10 1994, GMC K10 1994 +1 more
The front fuel tank bracket attachment nuts were torqued below the specification. These "loose" nuts can, in time, come off the bracket studs allowing the front of the tank to sag below the normal vehicle silhouette.
- 93V216000Dec 14, 1993SeatsCovers: Chevrolet K10 1994, GMC C15 1994, Chevrolet C20 1994 +9 more
The seats have been assembled without bolts that connect the upper slave hinge to the seat back frame, or without bolts that connect the seat to the seat adjuster. In either case, the vehicles fail to conform to fnvss no. 207, "seating systems."
- 93V152000Sep 15, 1993Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkagesCovers: Chevrolet K10 1994, GMC C15 1994, Chevrolet C20 1994 +11 more
The brake pedal push rod retainer is missing, mispositioned or not properly seated.
Recall details for the 1994 Chevrolet K10 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 1 on record; the latest 1 are shown.
- 10246631Sep 1, 2013Engine cooling. Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
Other model years of the Chevrolet K10
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 8 | 101,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1995 | 18 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1994 | 8 | — | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1986 | 5 | 100,000 | 0 | — | 14 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1994 Chevrolet K10 have?
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 1994 Chevrolet K10 as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1994 Chevrolet K10 is reported most often?
Seats is named most often, in 3 complaints (38% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 2.
Has the 1994 Chevrolet K10 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.