1993 Chevrolet S10 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 20about this part
- Share
- 9%of 233 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 165,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 20 complaints about the fuel system of the 1993 Chevrolet S10, 9% of the 233 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 165,000 miles. 3 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Central multiport fuel injector assembly failed, causing fuel to enter the oil pan and damage the motor. Fuel was spraying under the phlenem and could have caused a fire. Same unit has failed just over 15 months later, again spraying gas under the phlenem, thankfully again no fire,just spraying of gas.”
NHTSA complaint #10023602, filed 2003-06, 131,300 miles“The contact owns a 1993 Chevrolet S10. The contact stated that while driving after the vehicle was refueled, the fuel emitted from the filler neck without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 190,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10809087, filed 2015-12, 190,000 miles“Vehicle experienced motor trouble then caught on fire. While driving the vehicle began to experience engine problem. The consumer pulled over onto the shoulder to attempt repairs when the vehicle caught on fire. The fire caused damage to the hood and engine compartment.”
NHTSA complaint #10053308, filed 2003-12“Consumer had taken vehicle to repair shop and technician found a problem with central fuel injection, where the fuel was getting mixed with oil, and causing vehicle to lose power when accelerating or slowing down.”
NHTSA complaint #880410, filed 2001-02“After smelling a strong fuel odor and collecting a certain amount of fuel leaking from the truck, the dealer was notified. Owner had truck towed to dealership where the fuel tank was found to be corroded. Please provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #846538, filed 1999-09Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 1 | 5% |
| 2003 | 14 | 8% |
| 2002 | 17 | 8% |
| 2001 | 30 | 10% |
| 2000 | 29 | 6% |
| 1999 | 10 | 4% |
| 1998 | 16 | 3% |
| 1997 | 46 | 10% |
| 1996 | 19 | 3% |
| 1995 | 37 | 4% |
| 1994 | 38 | 4% |
| 1993 | 20 | 9% |
| 1992 | 12 | 7% |
| 1991 | 12 | 7% |
| 1990 | 4 | 14% |
| 1989 | 4 | 8% |
| 1988 | 5 | 14% |
| 1987 | 4 | 15% |
| 1986 | 2 | 9% |
| 1985 | 1 | 9% |
Other parts of the 1993 Chevrolet S10
141 complaintsEngine cooling
16 complaintsElectrical system
11 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
10 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsSeat belts
6 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsEquipment
5 complaintsSeats
5 complaintsTires
5 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1993 Chevrolet S10
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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