1994 Chevrolet S10 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 38about this part
- Share
- 4%of 967 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 145,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 38 complaints about the fuel system of the 1994 Chevrolet S10, 4% of the 967 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 145,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My major concern is that a burned plug was found inside the fuel tank where the electric fuel pump plugs in. If this wire were to arc inside the fuel tank could this not cause a fire or explosion, and have you had anymore of these incidents reported. *****dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis *****769333”
NHTSA complaint #10007124, filed 2002-11, 157,000 miles“Vehicle experienced a gas leak where the fuel filler pipe connects to the gas tank. This vehicle was recalled for this defect in 1994. However, the manufacturer was not identifying with the recall number which was provided by the consumer. No recall found for this vehicle. In looking in the drivers side wheel well the consumer noticed where a rubber sleeve/union was damp with fuel. The fuel smell could be noticed from a distance.”
NHTSA complaint #10094891, filed 2004-12, 145,000 miles“Fuel injection system---I am very upset that I now need to replace again the fuel injectors and the regulator. I replced it the first time under warranty at 49721 miles. It was hard to believe that it went so fast. I was told by several mechanics that this should not happen dduring the first 125k or never. This is a costly repair of 800..00 or more and it seems to be a problem for many with this vortec 6 cyl 4.3 l I would like some help in trying to get the manufacturer gen. Motors to change this type design and to help the vitims of this costly repair. …”
NHTSA complaint #718949, filed 2000-02“When central port fuel injector is shut off vehicle would leak raw fuel into the plantium. This causes the fuel pump to lose power. Takes awhile before restarting. Also, allows fumes to enter vehicle while still running. Owner feels fuel is still leaking. Had replaced central port fuel injector once under warranty. Manufacturer will not replace 2nd time.”
NHTSA complaint #895191, filed 2001-08“Fuel pumps replaced over 5 times, injectors replaced 4 times, complained about ABS brakes from first dat of ownership, they dont stop the vehicle in a panic stop, 2 accidents due to brakes!!! Injector lines worn through by rubbing on fuel line under plenum multiple times causes major fuel leakage!! Possible fire hazard dealer contacted, Chevrolet conttacted.”
NHTSA complaint #720975, filed 2000-04Related recalls
- 94V014000Jan 26, 1994The fuel tank filler pipes were not manufactured to specification which caused loss of fuel between the fuel tank filler pipe and the vent tube during a test…Covers: Chevrolet S10 1994, GMC S15 1994
Fuel 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 1994 Chevrolet S10
533 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
241 complaintsEngine cooling
66 complaintsVehicle speed control
39 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
37 complaintsElectrical system
28 complaintsSuspension
21 complaintsEquipment
20 complaintsBody and structure
20 complaintsSeat belts
16 complaintsSteering
15 complaintsSeats
13 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1994 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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