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The Chevrolet C/K is a series of trucks that was manufactured by General Motors from the 1960 to 2002 model years. Marketed by both the Chevrolet and GMC divisions, the C/K series encompassed a wide range of vehicles. While most commonly associated with pickup trucks, the model line also included chassis-cab trucks and medium-duty trucks and served as the basis for GM full-size SUVs. Through its entire production, the model line competed directly against the Ford F-Series and the Dodge D series (later the Dodge Ram pickup).

Used for both the model branding and the internal model code, "C" denoted two-wheel drive, while "K" denoted four-wheel drive. Four generations of the C/K series were produced, including the GM monikered second-generation "Action Line" and third-generation "Rounded Line" vehicles (colloquially aka Square-Body trucks). For the fourth-generation (colloquially also known as OBS trucks), Chevrolet kept using the C/K designation while GMC revised its branding, changing to a singular GMC Sierra nameplate (C/K remained as an internal model code).

For South America, the model line was manufactured by General Motors de Argentina from 1960 to 1978, Sevel Argentina from 1986 to 1991, and General Motors Brazil, who produced versions of the model line for Brazil, Argentina, and Chile from 1964 to 2001.

As GM entered the 1990s, the company revised its truck ranges, replacing the medium-duty C/K trucks with the Chevrolet Kodiak/GMC TopKick for 1990. For 1999, GM replaced the fourth-generation C/K pickup trucks with an all-new model line; in line with GMC, Chevrolet dropped the C/K nameplate (in favor of a singular Chevrolet Silverado nameplate). Initially marketed with its successor, the final C/K pickup trucks were produced for the 2000 model year. From 2001 to 2002, the final vehicles of the C/K model line were medium-duty chassis cab trucks.

1993 Chevrolet C35

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Common 1993 Chevrolet C35 problems

The Chevrolet C35, built in 1993, is known for several common problems that owners have reported over the years. This article will discuss these issues in detail, focusing on the root causes and potential solutions.

  1. Overheating and Cooling System Issues

One of the most common issues with the 1993 Chevrolet C35 is overheating, which can be caused by various factors within the cooling system. These factors include a faulty thermostat, a damaged head gasket, or air trapped in the cooling system.

  • Faulty Thermostat: If the thermostat fails and remains in a closed position, it can prevent coolant from circulating properly, leading to overheating. This can be resolved by replacing the faulty thermostat with a new one.
  • Damaged Head Gasket: If the head gasket is damaged, it can allow air from the cylinders to enter the coolant system, causing overheating. In this case, the head gasket would need to be replaced.
  • Air in the Cooling System: Air trapped in the cooling system can prevent coolant from circulating correctly, leading to overheating. To resolve this issue, the cooling system should be bled to remove any trapped air.
  1. Differential Problems

The 1993 Chevrolet C35 often experiences issues with the 14-Bolt 10.5" rear axle differential, which is commonly used in various GM vehicles. These problems can include worn-out components, leaks, or noise coming from the differential.

  • Worn-Out Components: Over time, components such as bearings, gears, and seals can wear out, leading to issues with the differential. Regular maintenance and replacing worn-out components can help prevent these problems.
  • Leaks: Leaks in the differential can be caused by worn-out seals or damaged gaskets. These leaks can lead to reduced lubrication and increased wear on differential components. Replacing the damaged seals or gaskets can resolve this issue.
  • Noise: Noise coming from the differential can be a sign of worn-out components or improper lubrication. Regular maintenance and addressing any issues promptly can help prevent or minimize noise from the differential.
  1. Electrical Issues

The 1993 Chevrolet C35 can also experience various electrical issues, such as faulty wiring, blown fuses, or malfunctioning sensors. These problems can affect various systems in the vehicle, including the lighting, power windows, and engine management system.

  • Faulty Wiring: Damaged or corroded wiring can lead to electrical issues in the vehicle. Inspecting and repairing or replacing damaged wiring can help resolve these problems.
  • Blown Fuses: Blown fuses can disrupt the electrical circuit in the vehicle, leading to various issues. Replacing blown fuses with the correct ones can help restore proper electrical function.
  • Malfunctioning Sensors: Sensors such as the oxygen sensor, mass air flow sensor, or crankshaft position sensor can malfunction, affecting engine performance. Replacing faulty sensors can help restore proper engine function.

In conclusion, the 1993 Chevrolet C35 has several common problems that owners may encounter. These issues can include overheating, differential problems, and electrical issues. Regular maintenance and addressing these problems promptly can help ensure the longevity and reliability of the vehicle.

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1993 Chevrolet C35 car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet C35 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Structure problems
  • Power train problems
  • Service brakes problems
  • Hydraulic problems
  • Tires problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 1993 Chevrolet C35 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

1993 Chevrolet C35 complaints

The NHTSA has received 23 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1993 Chevrolet C35.

2000-09-21

TIRES PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1999-01-01
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: 1GBJK34F6PE
  • Components: TIRES
  • Summary: PE00 020; WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 65MPH ON HIGHWAY AND HEARD A BANGING NOISE, TREAD FROM TIRE WAS BANGING AGAINST VEHICLE, AND VEHICLE STARTED SHAKING. DRIVER LOST CONTROL, AND VEHICLE WENT INTO AN ENBANKMENT. RIGHT FRONT TIRE TREND SEPARATED, AND VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. TIRE IS TBC INC 235-85R16. CONSUMER STATED THAT HE WILL CONTACT CHEVROLET. HE WASN'T HURT. *AK
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1999-03-16

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1999-03-09
  • VIN: 1GCHC39N9PE
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: WE OWN A 1993 CHEVROLET 1 TON DUALLY PICKUP TRUCK, AND TO THIS DATE WE ARE STILL PAYING ON A LOAN FOR THIS TRUCK. WHILE WASHING THE TRUCK 2 WEEKS AGO, I DISCOVERED THAT THE PICKUP BOX HAD BROKEN LOOSE FROM THE FRAME OF THE TRUCK. NOT KNOWING AT THIS POINT EXACTLY WHAT HAD HAPPENED, I GOT THE TRUCK TO A HOIST AND DID FURTHER INVESTIGATION, ONLY TO FIND THAT THE FRAMEWORD UNDER THE PICKUP BOX, WHICH IS PIA TO THE PICKUP BOX, HAVE BROKEN LOOSE. THESE ARE THE CROSSMEMBERS THAT ATTACH THE BOX TO THE FRAME, USING A J CLIP IN THE CROSSMEMBER, AND A BOLT FROM THE FRAME TO THE CROSSMEMBER. MY COMPLAINT IS WHAT HOLDS THIS BOX ON? IT DOES NOT RELIE ON ANY NUTS AND BOLTS TO HOLD THE BOX ON, BUT RELIES ON SPOT WELDS.BECAUSE THE BED IS NOT BOLTED ON, THE CROSSMEMBER IS. I USE THIS TRUCK AS A HAULER FOR MY CAMPER, AND INTERESTING ENOUGH, THE RV INDUSTRY SELLS THE HOLD-DOWNS THAT ATTACH A PICKUP CAMPER TO THE BOX. AT THIS POINT, THE ONLY THING HOLDING THE CAMPER ON THE TRUCK IS THOSE SAME SPOT WELDS, BECAUSE THE NUTS AND BOLTS ONLY HOLD THE CROSSMEMBER, NOT THE ACTUAL BOX. WE THINK THIS PROBLEM IS QUITE OUT OF THE ORDINARY, AND TRULY THOUGHT THAT GENERAL MOTORS WOULD THINK SO TO AND FIX OUR PICKUP TRUCK. WHILE TALKING CHEVROLET CUSTOMER SERVICE, THE SERVICE REP. AGREED HE HAD NEVER HEARD OF THIS PROBLEM BEFORE, AS DID THE BODY SHOP MANAGER AT THE DEALERSHIP WE TOOK IT TO. THE CLAIM WAS DENIED FROM GM REP. DUE TO MILEAGE. WE FEEL THAT THIS IS NOT A WARRANTY CLAIM, FOR IT SHOULD HAVE NO BEARING ON THE MILEAGE, BUT BE CONSIDERED A SAFETY ISSUE. WE CANNOT BEAR THE THOUGHT OF WHAT WOULD HAD HAPPENED IF THIS BOX HAD BROKE LOOSE WHILE WE WERE TRAVELING ON THE ROAD. WHAT A DISASTER IT WOULD HAVE BEEN. I WORK FOR A AUTOMOTIVE PROTOTYPE ENGINEERING FIRM , I AM NOT AN ENGINEER BUT A MECHANIC, BUT I SEE NEW IDEAS AND THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY TRYING TO COST CUT VEHICLES ALL THE TIME, AND I FEEL THAT THE CONSTUCTION OF THE BOX IS NOT SAFE.
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1998-08-18

POWER TRAIN PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1998-08-18
  • VIN: 1GCHC33F1PJ
  • Components: POWER TRAIN
  • Summary: THE HYDRAULIC SLAVE CYLINDER HAS BLOWN, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO BE INOPERABLE. THE OWNER HAS REPLACED THE CLYINDER THREE TIMES PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT. THE DEALER WILL BE NOTIFIED. *AK
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1997-06-24

POWER TRAIN PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
  • VIN: 1GCHC39F1PE
  • Components: POWER TRAIN
  • Summary: TRANSMISSION WON'T SHIFT INTO OVERDRIVE SOMETIMES. *AK
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1996-10-16

POWER TRAIN PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1996-07-27
  • Components: POWER TRAIN
  • Summary: DIFFERENTIAL FLUID LEAK. *AK
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1996-06-03

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1996-05-30
  • VIN: 1GBKC34F6PJ
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: SUB-MEMBERS AND FRAME BROKE IN HALF, BROKE WHILE DRIVING, *AK
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1996-04-02

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1996-03-28
  • VIN: 1GBKC34FXPJ
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: FRAME BROKE ON THE FLAT BED, RAILWAY DRILLED HOLES IN THE FRAMES, RESULTING IN BREAKAGE. *AK
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1996-03-18

VISIBILITY PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
  • VIN: 1GCHC39F3PE
  • Components: VISIBILITY
  • Summary: PURCHASED TRUCK NEW AND THE MIRRORS MOVE OUT OF PLACE, DEALER TIGHTENED THEM, STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM, ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. PLEASE DESCRIBE . *AK
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1996-02-21

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1996-02-21
  • VIN: 1GBJC34K5PE
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: TOTAL LOSS OF THE REAR BRAKES, EQUIPPED WITH REAR ABS BRAKES. *AK
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1996-02-21

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1996-02-21
  • VIN: 1GBJC34K5PE
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: TOTAL LOSS OF THE REAR BRAKES, EQUIPPED WITH REAR ABS BRAKES. *AK
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1995-12-07

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
  • VIN: 1GCHC33N9PJ
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • Summary: AT 10,000 MILES BRAKE HEATS UP THE FRONT ROTOR AND WARP DISC DEALER REPAIR THIS PROBLEM FOUR TIMES CAN'T FIND PROBLEM . TT
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1995-11-29

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1995-08-05
  • Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • Summary: CAST IDLER PULLEY FAILS W/SERPENTINE BELT DESIGN. COMPONENT REPLACED (3) TIMES LOSING POWER STEERING IMMEDIATELY. TT CONSUMER STATES THAT TENSIONER FAILS IN THE MIDDLE OF CASTING, THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE, SEEMS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM AS DEALERS IN TWO DIFFERENT STATES WERE USED TO BUT REPLACEMENT PART, MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BUT CONSUMER WAS TOLD THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO .*JB
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1995-11-29

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: CAST IDLER PULLEY FAILS W/SERPENTINE BELT DESIGN. COMPONENT REPLACED (3) TIMES LOSING POWER STEERING IMMEDIATELY. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
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1995-11-28

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
  • VIN: 1GBJC34NXPE
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: THE FRAME IS CRACKED. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
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1995-11-08

INTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1995-10-23
  • Fire: 1
  • VIN: 1GCHC33F3PJ
  • Components: INTERIOR LIGHTING
  • Summary: TRUCK WAS PARKED ON THE STREET AND TRUCK CAUGHT ON FIRE . TT THE FIRE DEPATMENT INVESTIGATED THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE AND DETERMINED THAT IT WAS CAUSED BY THE REAR DOME LIGHT. *YH
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1995-06-29

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1995-04-11
  • VIN: 1GBKC34F2PJ
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: THE FRAME COMPLETELY BROKE ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE RUST WAS FOUND ON FRAME. TT
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1995-06-05

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
  • VIN: 16BKC34F7PJ
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: WHILE DRIVING CAR FRAME BROKE IN HALF STARTING BEHIND THE CAB OF THE VEHICLE. TT
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1995-05-01

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1994-01-03
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: HAS PROBLEM SINCE 1994 WITH ELECTRICAL SHORTS SUCH AS THE RADIO AND ELECTRICAL WIRING. TT
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1995-05-01

EQUIPMENT PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1994-01-03
  • Components: EQUIPMENT
  • Summary: HAS PROBLEM SINCE 1994 WITH ELECTRICAL SHORTS SUCH AS THE RADIO AND ELECTRICAL WIRING. TT
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1995-03-08

WHEELS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1994-11-15
  • Crash: 1
  • VIN: 1GCHK33F3PJ
  • Components: WHEELS
  • Summary: VEHICLES REAR STUDS ON WHEELS BROKE INSIDE THE HUB ON DRIVERS SIDE REAR DUE TO METAL FATIGUE. TT
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1995-03-02

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1995-02-23
  • VIN: 1GBKC34F2PJ
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: FRAME CRACKED ON RIGHT SIDE NEAR THE CAB AREA. TT
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1995-02-27

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1995-02-22
  • VIN: 1GBKC34F2PJ
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: CRACKS DEVELOPED BEHIND THE CAB ON PASSENGER SIDE, HYDRAULICS WENT OUT ON TRUCK BECAUSE IT PULLED AWAY FROM THE FRAME. TT
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1995-01-20

SEATS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1995-01-20
  • VIN: 2GCGC93F8P1
  • Components: SEATS
  • Summary: THE BOLTS THAT HOLD SECURE DRIVERS SEAT BROKE OFF. TT
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