1993 Chevrolet P6 problems
The Rover P6 series (named as the 2000, 2200, or 3500, depending on engine displacement) is a saloon car produced by Rover and subsequently British Leyland from 1963 to 1977 in Solihull, West Midlands, England, UK.
The P6 was the first winner of the European Car of the Year award.
Development
The P6 was announced on 9 October 1963, just before the Earls Court Motor Show. The vehicle was marketed first as the Rover 2000 and was a complete "clean sheet" design intended to appeal to a larger number of buyers than earlier models such as the P4 it replaced. Rover had identified a developing market between the standard '1.5-litre' saloon car class (such as the Ford Consul and the Singer Gazelle) and the accepted 'three-litre' large saloon cars (typified by the Wolseley 6/99 and the Vauxhall Cresta). Younger and increasingly affluent professional workers and executives were seeking out cars that were superior to the normal 1.5-litre models in style, design and luxury but which offered more modern driving dynamics than the big three-litre class and lower purchase and running costs than sports saloons such as the Jaguar Mark 2. Automotive technology had improved significantly in the mid-to-late 1950s, typified by the introduction of cars such as the Citroën DS and Lancia Flavia in Europe and the Chevrolet Corvair in America. The replacement for the traditionally-designed P4 would therefore be a smaller car with a two-litre engine (although a gas turbine was envisioned as power unit in the future) utilising the latest design, engineering and styling, thus making the Rover one of the earliest examples of what would now be classified as an executive car. The P6 would be lower-priced than the P4 and sales volumes were anticipated to be significantly higher. The more upmarket and conservative P5 was sold alongside the P6 until 1973.
The 2000 was advanced for the time with a de Dion tube suspension at the rear, four-wheel disc brakes (inboard on the rear), and a fully synchromesh transmission. The unibody design featured non-stressed panels bolted to a unit frame, inspired by the Citroën DS. The de Dion set-up was unique in that the "tube" was in two parts that could telescope, thereby avoiding the need for sliding splines in the drive shafts, with consequent stiction under drive or braking torque, while still keeping the wheels vertical and parallel in relation to the body.
The Rover 2000 won industry awards for safety when it was introduced and included a carefully designed "safety" interior. One innovative feature was the prism of plastic on the top of the front side lights. This allowed the driver to see the front corner of the car in low light conditions, and also confirmed that they were operative. The relatively sharp plastic projections did not meet homologation standards in some export markets, including Germany, however and so a lens with a smooth top was substituted where the law demanded.
One unique feature of the Rover 2000 was the design of the front suspension system, in which a bell crank (an L-shaped rotating bracket trailing the upper hub carrier joint) conveyed the vertical motion of the wheel to a fore-and-aft-horizontally mounted spring fastened to the rear wall of the engine compartment. A single hydraulically damped arm was mounted on the bulkhead for the steering. The front suspension was designed to allow as much width for the engine compartment as possible so that Rover's gas turbine engine could be fitted. The styling outline was first seen in the 1961 prototype T4, a front-engined front-wheel-drive gas turbine saloon, one of a line of gas turbine prototypes built by Rover in the 1950s and 1960s. T4 survives today and can be seen at the British Motor Museum.
In the event, the gas turbine engine was never used for the production vehicle, but the engine compartment width (with slightly amended shape) did facilitate the accommodation of the Buick-derived Rover V8 engine made available in the P6 from April 1968.
Sculptor Flaminio Bertoni's Citroën DS body inspired David Bache. With a nod to the new Kamm tail, the finished Rover appearance incorporated a necessarily enlarged boot filled otherwise by Rover's de Dion rear suspension. It lacked the Citroën shark nose, which it was planned to introduce later as a drooping bonnet with headlamps in pods and projecting sidelights.
Luggage compartment space was limited due to the complex rear suspension and, in Series II vehicles, the boot mounted battery. The spare wheel competed for space also, and was stored either flat on the boot floor or vertically to the side. A later optional 'touring package' allowed the spare to be carried on the boot lid; with a vinyl weatherproof cover. When not in place, the mounting bracket was concealed by a circular Rover badge. Series II models briefly offered Dunlop Denovo Run-flat tyre, eliminating the need for a spare, though this was not commonly selected and is very unusual on surviving examples.
The car's primary competitor on the domestic UK market was the Triumph 2000, also released in October 1963, just one week after the P6. In continental Europe, the Rover 2000 competed in the same sector as the Citroën DS which, like the initial Rover offering, was offered only with a four-cylinder engine – a situation which was resolved in the Rover when the V8 was engineered to fit into the engine bay. The Rover 2000 interior was not as spacious as those of its Triumph and Citroën rivals, especially in the back, where its sculpted two-person rear seat implied that customers wishing to accommodate three in the back of a Rover should opt for the larger and older Rover P5.
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Common 1993 Chevrolet P6 problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the 1993 Chevrolet P6, several common problems have been reported. Here is a detailed list of these issues:
- Clutch Assembly Replacements: Owners have reported multiple instances of clutch assembly replacements, approximately eight times, which were not covered by warranty. This recurring problem with the clutch assembly can lead to operational issues and inconvenience for the vehicle owner.
- Drive Shafts Replacements: The drive shafts have been replaced twice due to reported defects. While covered under warranty, the need for multiple replacements indicates a potential design or manufacturing flaw in the drive shafts of the 1993 Chevrolet P6, impacting the vehicle's performance and reliability.
- Rear Axle Defects: Complaints include the replacement of the rear axle due to defects. This issue, although addressed by GM under warranty, signifies a significant problem with the rear axle component of the Chevrolet P6, affecting the vehicle's drivability and safety.
- Engine Oil Compression Irregularities: Owners have noted irregularities in engine oil compression, which can impact the engine's performance and longevity. This issue may lead to reduced efficiency, increased wear and tear, and potential engine malfunctions if not addressed promptly.
- Head Gasket Replacements: Multiple instances of head gasket replacements have been reported by owners. This recurring problem can result in engine overheating, loss of coolant, and potential damage to the engine if not resolved in a timely manner.
- Oil Pan Gasket Replacements: Owners have reported approximately five instances of oil pan gasket replacements. This issue can lead to oil leaks, reduced lubrication, and potential engine damage if not rectified, highlighting a common concern among Chevrolet P6 owners.
These common problems reported by owners of the 1993 Chevrolet P6 indicate a range of issues affecting different components of the vehicle, from steering and clutch assemblies to engine-related components. Addressing these issues promptly is crucial to ensure the safety, performance, and longevity of the Chevrolet P6.
1993 Chevrolet P6 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet P6 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1993 Chevrolet P6 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
1993 Chevrolet P6 complaints
The NHTSA has received 1 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1993 Chevrolet P6.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-08-31
- VIN: 1GBJP32J4P3
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: ALL NEW RADIATORS SEPARATE AND LEAK. HAVE HAD 6 RADIATORS, SO FAR, WITH 5 UNDER WARRANTY. ENGINE OIL COMPRESSION HAS ALWAYS BEEN IRREGULAR..TOO HIGH OR TOO LOW. BELL HOUSING REPLACED, UNDER WARRANTY, DUE TO CRACKS. CLUTCH ASSEMBLY REPLACED APPROX. 8 TIMES, NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY. DRIVE SHAFTS REPLACED TWICE, UNDER WARR. REAR AXLE DEFECT, REPLACED BY GM. HEAD GASKETS REPLACED TWICE. OIL PAN GASKETS REPLACED APPROX. 5 TIMES. ENGINE REPLACED OCTOBER, L998. ROADWAY PACKAGE SYSTEM (RPS), MAINTAINS A VERY STRICT VEHICLE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM. I HAVE RECEIPTS/DOCUMENTATION FOR ALL OF THE ABOVE. ENGINE HAD TO BE REPLACED WITH A 6.5L BECAUSE 6.2L NO LONGER AVAILABLE, NEW OR REBUILT.
1993 Chevrolet P6 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 1993 Chevrolet P6.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
- Summary: THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT WAS ASSEMBLED WITH LOOSE OR MISSING UPPER AND LOWER PINCH BOLTS WHICH MAY CAUSE SEPARATION OF THE SHAFT.
- Consequence: SEPARATION OF THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT RESULTS IN TOTAL LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL PROPERLY TORQUE LOOSE PINCH BOLTS AND INSTALL PINCH BOLTS WHERE NECESSARY.
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