1992 Chevrolet Silverado problems
The Chevrolet Silverado is a range of trucks manufactured by General Motors under the Chevrolet brand. Introduced for the 1999 model year, the Silverado is the successor to the long-running Chevrolet C/K model line. Taking its name from the top trim level from the Chevrolet C/K series, the Silverado is offered as a series of full-size pickup trucks, chassis cab trucks, and medium-duty trucks. The fourth generation of the model line was introduced for the 2019 model year.
The Chevrolet Silverado shares mechanical commonality with the identically related GMC Sierra; GMC ended the use of the C/K nomenclature a model generation prior to Chevrolet. In Mexico, high-trim level versions of the Silverado use the Chevrolet Cheyenne name (not to be confused with the 2003 concept). Competing against the Ford F-Series, Ram Pickup, Toyota Tundra, and Nissan Titan, the Silverado is among the best-selling vehicles in the United States, having sold over 12 million trucks since its introduction in 1998 as a 1999 model year.
History
The Silverado nameplate made its debut for the 1975 model year, becoming the top trim level on all Chevrolet C/K trucks, slotted above Custom Deluxe, Scottsdale, and Cheyenne. For the 1968 model year (seven years before the Silverado), GMC C/K trucks used variations of the Sierra name (Sierra, Sierra Classic, Sierra Grande, and High Sierra). Even after the C/K series officially ended, GM still uses the CK and the CC in their current model codes, to denote a two-wheel drive (CC), and four-wheel drive (CK).
For the 1988 GMT400 model architecture, Chevrolet retained the C/K model nomenclature, with GMC branding its full-size line as Sierras. While sharing the same body and chassis, the model chronology of the Silverado and Sierra are different, with five generations of the Sierra, while four of the Silverado.
In 2018, at the NTEA Work Truck Show in Indianapolis, Indiana, Chevrolet unveiled the first medium-duty Silverado, expanding the model line to a 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD chassis cab. Largely the successor to the 2003–2009 GMT560 chassis, the medium-duty trucks are exclusive to Chevrolet, with no plans for an equivalent GMC version. Instead, Navistar International (now partnering with GM) would sell the medium-duty trucks as a rebadged counterpart, called the CV. This is in fact a very similar nod to how the Avalanche did not have a GMC Yukon–based equivalent, but instead, Cadillac would take its place as the former's rebadged counterpart, the Escalade EXT.
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Common 1992 Chevrolet Silverado problems
Based on complaints from owners of the 1992 Chevrolet Silverado, several common problems have been reported. Here is a detailed list of these issues:
- Engine Stalling While Driving: Another prevalent issue is the engine stalling while driving, especially when letting off the gas. This can be a dangerous situation and may be caused by various factors such as a faulty fuel pump, spark plugs, or wiring issues.
- Charging System Malfunction: Owners have reported issues with the charging system not functioning properly even after replacing the alternator and battery. This problem can lead to battery drain, affecting the vehicle's electrical components and overall performance.
- Cooling System Problems: Some owners have experienced issues with the engine running at a consistently low temperature, which can impact fuel efficiency and engine health. This problem may be related to a malfunctioning thermostat or gasket deterioration affecting the cooling system .
These common problems with the 1992 Chevrolet Silverado can vary in severity and require thorough diagnosis and repair to ensure the vehicle's optimal performance and safety.
What is the most common problem with Chevy Silverado?
1. 4WD Position Switch Failure. Almost every generation of Chevy Silverado has suffered various issues with the 4WD switch. Drivers of early models reported that their truck would automatically switch between 4WD and 2WD and the Service 4WD light would appear on the dashboard.
What is the most reliable year of Chevy Silverado?
Second Generation: 2007-2013
In contrast, second-generation Silverado trucks are known for their reliability. Chevy ironed out many steering column issues and electrical issues with the truck's first design overhaul. Both the high-performance V8 engine trims and everyday V6 engine trims are consistently reliable.
What years did Chevy Silverado have transmission problems?
The most Chevy Silverado transmission problems appear in the 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 versions. The other years and generations have a better track record with this component.
Is a 1992 Chevy Silverado a classic?
This 1992 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is one of those modern classics with an unmistakable custom look. So you get a fuel-injected V8 pickup that has an awesome two-tone fade, a custom/comfy A/C interior, and more.
What years were bad for Silverado?
The 2008 model year competes with the 2014 model year as one of the worst ever produced. Due to its frequent engine problems and overuse of oil, which was repair that cost owners over $2,700 to fix, this problem continued onward from the 2007 into the 2009 model years.
Is a 1992 Chevy Silverado a classic?
This 1992 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is one of those modern classics with an unmistakable custom look. So you get a fuel-injected V8 pickup that has an awesome two-tone fade, a custom/comfy A/C interior, and more.
What are the most common problems with Chevy Silverado 1500?
Common Issues With Chevy Silverado Pickup Trucks
- Fire Risks. ...
- Defective In-Car Electronics. ...
- Engine Control Module Problems. ...
- Transmission Issues. ...
- Seat Haptic Motor Failure. ...
- Clunking Steering Column. ...
- The “Chevy Shake” ...
- Fuel Pump System Failure.
What is the most reliable year of Chevy Silverado?
Second Generation: 2007-2013
In contrast, second-generation Silverado trucks are known for their reliability. Chevy ironed out many steering column issues and electrical issues with the truck's first design overhaul. Both the high-performance V8 engine trims and everyday V6 engine trims are consistently reliable.
1992 Chevrolet Silverado car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Silverado problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Visibility problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1992 Chevrolet Silverado vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1992 Chevrolet Silverado
The NHTSA has received 46 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1992 Chevrolet Silverado. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1992 Chevrolet Silverado vehicles.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-03
- VIN: 2GCEK19K1N1
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I LOOKED UP MY VEHICLE PER THE VIN# AND A OUTSTANDING RECALL EXISTS (GM RECALL# N930018). THE RECALL #N930018 - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID CONTAINMENT. THE RECALL REMAINS INCOMPLETE AND WHEN I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP AND THE SERVICE MANAGER AT THE CHEVROLET GARAGE TOLD ME IT SHOWS THEM THAT THE, QUOTE "BULLENTIN NOT AVAILABLE"). THEY CAN NOT DO ANYTHING UNTIL CHEVROLET TELLS THEM WHAT TO DO TO REPAIR IT. THE FUILD LEAKING FROM THE TRANSMISSION LINE CONNECTIONS COULD HIT THE EXHAUST PIPE AND CAUSE A FIRE. WHY HAS CHEVROLET NOT BEEN REQUIRED TO TAKE CARE OF THIS ISSUE AND WILL THEY. PLEASE ADVISE. MY EMAIL IS [XXX]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).'*JB
STEERING,SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-03-25
- VIN: 1GCDC14Z8NE
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
- Summary: 1992 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE PULLS INTO OPPOSITE LANE WHILE DRIVING AND CONSUMER REQUESTS ANY RECALL NOTICES FOR VEHICLE. *SMD
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-08-12
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 CHEVROLET SILVERADO WITH PRO COMP MUD TERRAIN TIRES, SIZE: 33 12.5 /15 TIRES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 65 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE EXPLODED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE TIRE EXPLODED, HE DISCOVERED THAT THE REMAINING TIRES WERE SEPARATING AS WELL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000. THE FAILURE MILEAGE OF THE TIRES WAS 40,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-06-03
- VIN: 1GBDC14K0NZ
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING IN RAINY WEATHER FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED INTERMITTENTLY. NHTSA RECALL 03V159000 WAS ISSUED. DEALERSHIP WOULD NOT REPAIR THIS VEHICLE FREE OF CHARGE BECAUSE THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. *AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1994-10-15
- VIN: 2GCEC19KXN1
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: FACTORY PAINT PEELING. GM SERVICE NUMBER 18002221020 SAYS THERE IS NOT A RECALL FOR THE PAINT AND NEVER WAS.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-11-15
- VIN: 1GCEC14K2NE
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: PAINT POPPING OFF, DEALER SAID IT WAS PAST THE DEADLINE TO GET IT DONE FREE. I CALLED PRESIDENT OF GENERAL MOTERS AFTERWARDS HE SAID THE SAME THING. I JUST HEARD ABOUT THIS SERVICE TODAY ON CLARK HOWARD SHOW & DECIDED TO GIVE THIS A TRY. THANK YOU SIDNEY T BRIDGERS
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-09-22
- VIN: 2GCEK19T63N
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAIL INTERMITTENTLY. *AK MOST OF THE TIMES THE WIPERS WOULDN'T COME ON. THE CONSUMER HAD TO HIT THE WIPER BOX INSIDE THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT TO START. *PH *NLM
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-09-05
- VIN: PLEASE FILL
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: THE VEHICLE'S BRAKE LINE RUPTURED AND CAUSED THE VEHICLES BRAKES TO BE INOPERATIVE. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *NLM
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-09-12
- VIN: PLEASE PROV
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT ANY GIVEN TIME THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULD ONLY WORK INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONSUMER OWNS ANOTHER GMC VEHICLE THAT HAD A RECALL FOR THE SAME PROBLEM. THE MANUFACTURER AND THE DEALER HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. *NLM
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-05-27
- VIN: 1GCK14Z1NZ1
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS DID NOT WORK PROPERLY. WHILE THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING IN THE RAIN, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED FOR ABOUT 3-4 MINUTES THEN STARTED AGAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD THE CIRCUIT BOARD MALFUNCTIONED. *NLM. *AK *TS *JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-11-06
- VIN: 1GCEK14K3NE
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: CONSUMER HEARD A LOUD NOISE FROM PASSENGER FRONT OF VEHICLE WHEN BRAKING. CONSUMER TOOK THE WHEEL OFF TO INSPECT BRAKES, AND FOUND THE ROTOR HAD RUSTED AND SEPARATED FROM THE HUB. MR JG *JB
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 2GCEC19H6N1
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: MY FAMILY WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION IN APRIL OF 97.WE FILED A SUIT WITH GM AND LOST BECAUSE OF THE COMPARATIVE LAW IN TN. HOWEVER, DURING THE LAW SUIT WE WERE INFORMED THAT NHTSA DOES NOT OR DID NOT REQUIRE A CRASH WORTHINESS TEST ON SEAT BACK STRENGTH ON DRIVERS SIDE IF LOADED DURING A CRASH.I AM REPORTING TO YOU THAT THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THIS AND WE FEEL THAT SOME KIND OF TESTS NEED TO BE REQUIRED.DURING THE TRIAL WE MET SEVERAL PEOPLE THAT COMPLAINED TO NHTSA AND TO GM ABOUT BOTH DRIVERS SEATBACK AND PASSENGER SEATBACKS COMING FORWARD IN A FRONTAL COLLISION.THESE SILVERADO EXTENDED CAB TRUCKS NEED TO BE TESTED OR THE SEATS NEED TO BE REMOVED AND SUPPLEMENTED WITH THE BUCKET SEATS THAT GM SUBED IN DURING THE MIDDLE OF PRODUCTION.GM WAS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM AND DID COMPLY WITH THE MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDERS.I BELIEVE THAT THE STANDERS MUST BE REVISED.THE AMERICAN CONSUMER SPENDS 20,000-$30,000.00 ON VEHICLES AND THE SHOULD FEEL SAFE.THE EXTENDED CAB SIVERADO PICK-UP IS A SHARP LOOKING VEHICLE AND IT KEEPS VALUE SO IT IS APPEALING TO CONSUMERS AS IT APPEALED TO ME. THERE ARE SEVERAL HUNDREDS OF VEHICLES OUT THERE BETWEEN 1987-1992 THAT HAVE THIS SEATBACK LOCKING MECHANISM.PLEASE LOOK INTO THIS BEFORE ANYONE ELSE GETS HURT. MR
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-06-14
- VIN: 2GCEK19K5N1
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: IF CONSUMER HITS BRAKES PASSENGER SEAT WILL MOVE BACK AND FORTH, AND CONSUMER CAN GET HURT IN EVENT OF A CRASH. CAUSE UNKNOWN. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CONSUMER STATES THAT THE FUEL INJECTOR PUMP WENT OUT. THE DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. NLM
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GCEK14Z0NZ
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD WIPERS SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING. PROBLEM CONTINUED TO GET PROGRESSIVELY WORSE. REPLACED THE WIPER MOTOR WITH NO RESOLUTION OF PROBLEM. MECHANIC SAID THE WIPER MOTOR CONTROLLER BOARD (CIRCUIT BOARD) COULD BE BAD, AND THAT THERE MIGHT BE A RECALL FOR THIS PART. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1GCEK14Z0NZ
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD WIPERS SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING. PROBLEM CONTINUED TO GET PROGRESSIVELY WORSE. REPLACED THE WIPER MOTOR WITH NO RESOLUTION OF PROBLEM. MECHANIC SAID THE WIPER MOTOR CONTROLLER BOARD (CIRCUIT BOARD) COULD BE BAD, AND THAT THERE MIGHT BE A RECALL FOR THIS PART. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-01-01
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORK INTERMITTENTLY, THEY COME ON AND OFF WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-08-23
- Fire: 1
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AND PULLING A TRAILER THE VEHICLE STALLED, AS THE CONSUMER PULLED OVER AND NOTICED THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, POSSIBLE ENGINE FAILURE, THERE WAS EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO THE FRONT HALF OF THE VEHICLE, NO INJURIES TO PASSENGERS (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). NLM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-08-23
- Fire: 1
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AND PULLING A TRAILER THE VEHICLE STALLED, AS THE CONSUMER PULLED OVER AND NOTICED THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, POSSIBLE ENGINE FAILURE, THERE WAS EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO THE FRONT HALF OF THE VEHICLE, NO INJURIES TO PASSENGERS (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT). NLM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-08-15
- VIN: 1GCGK24K5NE
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: VEHICLE STALLED ON TWO OCCASIONS. IT TAKEN TO DEALER, AND HAD IGNITION MODULE REPLACED. LATER ON, PROBLEM REOCCURRED. DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION . *AK
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-04-16
- VIN: PLEASE FILL
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: PASSENGER'S SEAT BACK BOLT BROKE AND CAUSED SEAT TO REMAIN IN RECLINING POSITION. DEALER / MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED AT THIS TIME. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A NO START CONDITION. FUEL PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. ALSO, THERE WAS BURNED WIRES WITHIN GAS TANK. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTEHR INFORMATION. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-08-31
- VIN: 1GCDC14K2NZ
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WHEN I WENT TO GET A STATE INSPECTION ON MY TRUCK WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR WOULD NOT ENGAGE AND THE ATTENDANT TOLD ME THESE 1992 TRUCKS WERE WELL KNOWN FOR THE WIPER MOTOR NOT TO WORK, HE SUGGESTED WHEN IT DOD NOT WORK TO HIT THE WIPER MOTOR WITH A BLUNT INSTRUMENT AND IT WOULD OPERATE.ON 10-28-00 WE WERE CAUGHT IN A RAINSTORM AND THE WIPERS WOULD NOT COME ON SO WE PROCEEDED TO HIT THE WIPER MOTOR WITH A CROWBAR TO MAKE IT COME ON, IT WORKED.I WAS VERY GRATEFUL THAT I COULD PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD TO DO THIS MANUEVER.I WOULD HATE TO BE IN THE HAMMER LANE AND NOT BE ABLE TO HAVE WIPERS AVAILABLE TO ME.THE ATTENDANT THAT GAVE ME THIS INFO SAID THERE IS A SHORT IN THE MOTOR THAT CAME FROM THE FACTORY LIKE THIS. I WANTED SOMEONE TO BE AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM, AND I FIGURED THE DEALERSHIP WOULD SAY IT WAS MY COST NOT THEIR'S. I WOULD APPRECIATE YOU LOOKING INTO THIS MATTER AND REPLYING AS TO IF I'M THE ONLY ONE EXPIERENCING THIS PROBLEM.I PAID $20,000 FOR THIS TRUCK AND THIS IS MY ONLY COMPLAINT I HAVE ABOUT THE TRUCK. THANK YOU VERY MUCH. NANCY HOBAUGH. *AK
STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-08-01
- VIN: 1GCTK24K5NE
- Components: STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE STALLS UNEXPECTEDLY WHICH CAUSES POWER STEERING TO GO OUT, AND WHICH MAY CAUSE A CRASH OR LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. DEALER REPLACED IGNITION MODULE, BUT PROBLEM STILL OCCURRING. *AK WHEN THE VEHICLE STALL THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF IT. *YH
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-03-01
- VIN: 1G1LV1112JE
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THE PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR AND VEHICLE DOES NOT STOP. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN VEHICLE. ALSO, ABS WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON UNTIL BRAKES ARE APPLIED SUDDENLY. *AK *ML
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