1994 Chevrolet S10 Transmission and drivetrain Problems

“We have several problems with this vehicle, we have had to replace front hub assembly, 4x4 components, door hinge, air conditioner compressor, while driving on the highway the front passenger wheel fell off at 70 MPH., at this time we have to stop and water down the front brake area when driving over 20 miles at a time please can you help with info on this vehicle???”

“The push button 4-wheel drive switch works part time. The computer can be reset and it will work for a while. At times you can become stuck in 2-hi, 4-hi, and even 4-lo. The connection at the shift motor/encoder was removed, cleaned, coated will dielectric gel, and the bolt that holds it in place was coated with loctite. This cured problem for approximately 2 weeks. This procedure has been performed three times inwhich it only cured the problem for a minimal time. I have spoke with dealers in the area and they know nothing. I feel this is a problem that should be recalled. …”

“In high heat of texas (since my move here lst summer), it seems my transmission cooler clicks into service as designed when engine temps get too hot, my speed decreases but I can hear my engine revs increasing, but I lose all drive power when it does, it has only happened when temps are above the mid 90s, last time I was pulling my trailer at 65 MPH going up a short hill on an expressway and I lost all power before getting to the top, my speed decreased to 30 MPH, I had no way to warn drivers behind me, who ere going 65+, that I was slowing down, my fear is someone would ram into my rear end . …”

“Recall # 99i006000 concerning ABS brakes. Consumer took vehicle to dealer for problem with headlight switch. They told consumer about recall. Dealer did recall repairs. Currently, having problems with motor and 4-wheel drive. The dealer disconnected the 4 wheel drive while trying to fix ABS recall, and refused to fix it without charging the customer.”

“Consumer had recall repair 99041 performed on vehicle, however after repair the 4wd does not work, consumer took vehicle back to dealer who said the problem would be fixed, but consumer would be charged for repair, consumer states the charges should be included under the recall since everything worked prior to it.”