1987 Chevrolet P30 problems

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The Chevrolet Step-Van (and its badge-engineered counterpart, the GMC Value-Van) is a multi-stop truck made by General Motors from 1940 to 1998.

Dubl-Duti

The first generation of General Motors multi-stop delivery van was called the Dubl-Duti, introduced in 1940. The van was built on the 115-inch (2,921 mm) chassis of the Chevrolet pickup truck, with a body built by Divco Twin. The Dubl-Duti van used the same 216.5-cubic-inch (3.5 L) "Thriftmaster" six-cylinder engine as the pickup and Chevrolet passenger cars, but with a single-barrel updraft Carter carburetor rather than the downdraft Rochester unit used in other Chevrolet trucks.

The Dubl-Duti was restyled in 1941 to suit the new Chevrolet AK Series truck body. Despite the "Advance Design" trucks being released in calendar year 1947 as a 1948 model, the AK Series-based Dubl-Duti continued production for another year thereafter.

A new generation of Dubl-Duti was introduced for model year 1949, with two different wheelbases shared with the medium-duty Advance Design pickup trucks: the model 3742 with 125+1⁄4-inch (3,181 mm) wheelbase, and 137-inch (3,480 mm) log model 3942 . The "Thriftmaster" engine was carried over for the 1949 and 1950 model years, and replaced for 1951 by the 235.5-cubic-inch (3.9 L) "Loadmaster" engine. The Dubl-Duti ceased production in 1955.

1987 Chevrolet P30

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Common 1987 Chevrolet P30 problems

Based on the information provided in the sources, here are common problems with the Chevrolet P30 1987 based on complaints from owners:

These common problems with the Chevrolet P30 1987 can significantly impact the performance and reliability of the vehicle. Proper diagnosis and timely repairs are essential to ensure the smooth operation of the vehicle and prevent further damage.

1987 Chevrolet P30 engine

What engine does a Chevy P30 have?

Key Features and Specifications of Chevy P30 Step Van

Engine: V8 gasoline engine with 5.7-liter displacement and 4-speed automatic transmission. Dimensions: 21 feet long, 7 feet wide, and 9 feet tall with a wheelbase of 125 inches.

What is the strongest Chevy engine?

Chevrolet Performance ZZ632/1000 (1,004 hp)

At the core of the ZZ632/1000 lies a massive displacement of 10.4 liters (or 632 cubic inches), making it the largest and most potent engine ever to emerge from Chevrolet's famed engineering department.

What size engine is in the Chevy P30 Step Van?

5.7 V8

Specifications for Chevrolet P30 Step-Van 5.7 V8 Hydra-Matic, 167hp, 1980 3-speed.

What Chevy engine lasts the longest?

The 5.3 Vortec is widely regarded as one of the most reliable Chevrolet engines of all time. When properly maintained, this motor can easily cross the 200,000-mile mark, with many models easily reaching 300,000 miles.

What engine is in a P30?

Specifications for Chevrolet P30 Step-Van 5.7 V8 TBI HD Manual, 188hp, 1989 4-speed.

What size engine is in the Chevy P30 step van?

5.7 V8

Specifications for Chevrolet P30 Step-Van 5.7 V8 Hydra-Matic, 167hp, 1980 3-speed.

How old is P30?

Huawei P30

Huawei P30 Pro (a sub-version of Huawei P30)
CodenameElle (P30) Vogue (P30 Pro)
SeriesHuawei P series
First releasedMarch 26, 2019
DiscontinuedNone

What speed is P30?

ELE-L29

Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G bandsHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat21 1400/200 Mbps

1987 Chevrolet P30 car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet P30 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Electrical system problems
  • Equipment problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 1987 Chevrolet P30 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

1987 Chevrolet P30 complaints

The NHTSA has received 3 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1987 Chevrolet P30.

2016-08-26

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2016-08-25
  • Fire: 1
  • VIN: 1GBKP37W6H3
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNSA 1987 CHEVROLET P30. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THEINSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED. THE CONTACTSTATED THAT HEAT EMITTED FROM THE FLOORBOARD OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER AND DISCOVERED THAT THEWIRING HARNESS BOX WAS EXTREMELYHOT AND THE COVERINGS WERE MELTED. THERE WAS ALSO AN ABNORMAL ODOR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS EXCLUDED FROM NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 88V097000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 42,000.
2008-06-19

EQUIPMENT PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2006-03-09
  • VIN: 1GBKP37W7H3
  • Components: EQUIPMENT
  • Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1987 CHEVROLET P30. THE VEHICLE HAS A DOMETIC REFRIGERATOR, MODEL RM2852. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REFRIGERATOR WAS NOT COOLING PROPERLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A RV SERVICE DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE COOLANT LEAKED OUT AND THE REFRIGERATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. DOMETIC WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE IN MARCH OF 2006 AND STATED THAT THEY COULD NOT ASSIST BECAUSE THE WARRANTY EXPIRED IN OCTOBER OF 2005. DOMETIC WAS NOTIFIED AGAIN IN JANUARY OF 2007 AND THEY STATED THAT THEY WERE IN THE INITIAL STAGES OF THE RECALL. DOMETIC WAS NOTIFIED AGAIN 2 TO 3 MORE TIMES WITH NO RESOLUTION. THE CONTACT THEN RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER IN THE MAIL, WHICH ADVISED HIM TO TAKE THE VEHICLE IN TO HAVE THE SECONDARY BURNER HOUSING UNIT INSTALLED. DOMETIC WAS EMAILED AGAIN IN MARCH OF 2008 AND ADVISED THE CONTACT TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO A SERVICE CENTER, AND TO HAVE THE SERVICE CENTER CALL THE RECALL DEPARTMENT. THE RECALL DEPARTMENT WAS NOTIFIED AND THEY STATED THAT THEY WERE NO LONGER SUPPLYING A REFRIGERATOR OR THE REPAIR PARTS. THEY WERE ONLY SUPPLYING SECONDARY BURNER HOUSING UNITS. THE PART AND RECALL NUMBERS WERE UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 60,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 59,500. UPDATED 07/16/08.*LJ
1998-06-17

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 1998-03-01
  • VIN: 1GBKP37WGJ3
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: BATTERY CABLE SHORTED OUT ON GAS LINES.

1987 Chevrolet P30 recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 1987 Chevrolet P30.

2007-10-24
  • Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
  • Components: EQUIPMENT
  • Summary: CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
  • Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
  • Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
2006-05-19
  • Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • Summary: CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
  • Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
  • Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
1990-02-12
  • Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  • Components: SEATS
  • Summary: SEAT PEDESTALS FOR DRIVER AND PASSENGERS MAY HAVE A LARGER THAN SPECIFIED SLOT IN THE CENTER CHANNEL.
  • Consequence: SEAT PEDESTAL MAY NOT MEET LOADING REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 210.
  • Remedy: REPLACE SEAT PEDESTALS WITH PEDESTALS HAVING PROPER SLOT SIZE.
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