Chevrolet W4 problems
The Isuzu Elf (Japanese: いすゞ・エルフ, Isuzu Erufu) is a medium duty truck produced by Isuzu since 1959. Outside Japan it is known as N series and Q Series. The range was originally mainly available in Japan and other Asian countries. Australia was another important market for the Elf and N series – to the extent that it was manufactured there from the 1970s using many local components. Since the early 1980s, it has also been sold and built in the United States (under the Chevrolet and GMC brands as a W-Series), and also as the Isuzu N-Series. Only North America receives the wide-cab version.
For the common Andinian market (including Chile and Peru), the truck has been assembled in the GM-Colmotores assembling plant in Bogotá, Colombia since 1991, with annual quantities already of 20,000 up to 60,000 units. Local assembly has been increasing because of increasing demand in the Colombian and neighboring markets. It carries "Tecnología Isuzu" (with Isuzu Technology) lettering.
In Indonesia, Philippines and several other countries, the Elf is not only used as a truck, but also converted into microbuses by local body makers. The lighter four-wheeled models are commonly used as an intercity Angkot or Jeepney (share taxis), as a school bus, or as an employee bus. Indonesian conversions typically use car-style hinged doors and usually resemble a high-roof van, while most conversions in Kenya, and newer ones in the Philippines often resemble a minibus, with a folding door on the side for passengers, and standing room.
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Common Chevrolet W4 problems
Common Problems with Chevrolet W4 Cars:
- Transmission Shifting Problems: The automatic transmission in Chevrolet W4 vehicles can have shifting problems. A forum post describes a 1997 Chevy Tiltmaster with an Isuzu motor and automatic transmission. The truck has issues shifting up normally, even after replacing the transmission computer and a sensor near the transmission. The mechanic contacted the Chevy dealer for assistance, but they were not much help.
- Ignition Module and Fuel Cut-Off Relay Issues: The ignition module inside the distributor and the fuel cut-off relay are other common problem areas in Chevrolet W4 vehicles. A Fixya post suggests checking the ignition module and the fuel cut-off relay when the truck has starting issues. The post provides images of the ignition module and the fuel cut-off relay to help identify them.
- Transmission Identification: Some owners may want to identify the automatic transmission used in their Chevrolet W4 vehicles. A forum post asks about the automatic transmission used in the 1994 GMC W4 cabover with the 350 Chevy engine, as the owner wants to identify the transmission, such as a Turbo 400.
These are some of the common problems reported by Chevrolet W4 owners. Regular maintenance and addressing issues promptly can help extend the vehicle's lifespan and ensure its reliability.
How many miles per gallon does a NPR diesel get?
2020 Isuzu NPR MPG By Trim Configuration
C3 Isuzu NPR Diesel: 16 MPG (estimated) C3 Isuzu NPR Gas: 9.5 MPG (estimated) C4 Isuzu NPR-HD CNG: 9 MPG (estimated) C4 Isuzu NPR-HD Diesel: 11.98 MPG (estimated)
What is the life expectancy of the Isuzu NPR gas engine?
Durability: Every Isuzu N-Series gas engine has a design life of 200,000 miles.
Can a diesel truck get 30 MPG?
Fuel-Efficient Used Trucks
The Chevy Silverado 1500 2WD is known for offering best-in-class diesel fuel economy with its 3.0-liter Duramax® Turbo-Diesel I6 engine. When properly equipped, the Silverado 1500 offers an EPA-estimated 23 MPG in the city and 33 MPG on the highway.
What is the best diesel car for miles per gallon?
1. Volkswagen Golf (67mpg) The latest generation Golf is comfortable, laden with tech and has plenty of room for four and their luggage. You can pick from either a 113hp or 148hp 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine, offering an impressive 67mpg or 63mpg respectively.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Chevrolet W4 years
We have researched Chevrolet problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Chevrolet W4 cars and compiled the top 4 most problematic Chevrolet W4 model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Chevrolet W4 model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Chevrolet W4 years
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Chevrolet W4 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Chevrolet W4 , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Tires problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Fuel system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Chevrolet W4 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
The NHTSA has received 5 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Chevrolet W4 . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Chevrolet W4 vehicles.
List of Chevrolet W4 complaints
Chevrolet W4 2000
- Date Of Incident: 2001-02-01
- Date Complaint: 2001-02-12
- VIN: J8BE5B140Y7
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD HAD A CRACK ABOUT 4 OR 5 FEET STARTING FROM GOING TO LEFT. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER STATED THAT CRACK STARTED FROM A PEBBLE HITTING WINDSHIELD. *AK THE CRACK SPREAD FROM BASE BOTTOM OF WINDSHIELD. *YH
Chevrolet W4 1997
- Date Of Incident: 2000-11-17
- Date Complaint: 2000-11-17
- VIN: 4KBB4B1R8VJ
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TREAD SEPARATED ON LEFT REAR TIRE.GOODYEAR, LT215 85/LOAD RANGE. *AK
Chevrolet W4 1999
- Date Of Incident: 2000-04-15
- Date Complaint: 2000-06-12
- VIN: 1GCEK19R3XR
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: ENGINE CHECK LIGHT KEPT COMING ON. DEALERS HAVE EXPECTED IT TO BE THE SEQUENTIAL CENTRAL PART OF FUEL INJECTION VALVE. VEHICLE RAN ROUGH, AND WAS HARD TO START. *AK
Chevrolet W4 1997
- Date Of Incident: 1997-01-30
- Date Complaint: 1998-12-03
- VIN: 1GCEC14W2VZ
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: EVER SENCE THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY PURCHESED THIS VEHICLE IS HAS NOT RUN PROPERLY. I HAVE HAD IT BACK TO THE DEALER, ANOTHER DEALER AND CONTACTED GM SAFETY DIVISION TO NO AVAIL. THE FOLLOWING IS THE PROBLEM. WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT SAY 35 MPH I CAN LET OFF THE GAS AND THE VEHICLE WILL NOT SLOW DOWN AND YOU CAN CONTINUED TO DRIVE DOWN THE ROAD FOR 20 MILES WITH YOUR FOOT OFF THE GAS AND MAINTAIN 35 MPH. WHEN YOU LET OFF THE GAS THE VEHICLE IS SUPPOST TO SLOW DOWN AND STOP. THIS IS A SAFETY DEFECT. YOU CAN BE DRIVING AT 30 MPH AND LET OFF THE GAS TO SLOW DOWN, PUT IN THE CLUTCH AND THE ENGING RPM'S WILL INCREASE TO 2000 RPM'S AND STAY THERE UNTIL YOU C OME TO A STOP. THIS IS A SAFETY DEFECT. WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT 30MPH THE ENGING WILL SUDDENLY INCREASE RPM'S AND START TO PICK UP SPEED. THIS IS A SAFETY DEFECT. WHEN STARTING THE ENGINE AFTER IT IS AT OPERATING TEMP. IT WILL IDLE BETWEEN 1500 AND 2000 RPM'S AND YOU CAN PUT IT IN GEAR AND DRIVE UP AND DOWN HILLS AND ON FLAT ROADS AT 30 MPH WITHOUT TOUCHING THE GAS. THIS IS A SAFETY DEFECT. I HAVE BEEN TOLD BY THE DEALER THE THIS IS THE WAY THE TRUCK WAS ENGINEERED AND GM WOULD NOT DO ANYTHING TO FIX THE PROBLEM. IF I GET INTO A WRECK AND SOMEONE IS INJURED BECAUSE OF THE SAFETY DEFECT THAT I HAVE TRIED TO GET FIXED MY LAWYER WILL HAVE A EASY CASE. PLEASE TRY TO HELP ME AND THE CITY OF CRESCENT CITY WITH THIS POTETIENTIALLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. THE BOTTOM LINE IS WHEN YOU LET OFF THE GAS THE VEHICLE IS SUPPOST TO SLOW DOWN AND COME TO A STOP ON FLAT LAND. THANKS FOR YOUR HELP. LAWRENCE LONGHI
Chevrolet W4 1993
- Date Of Incident: 1996-06-26
- Date Complaint: 1996-09-20
- VIN: J8BC4B1K7P7
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THE BRAKE SYSTEM FAILED, THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR WHEN IT WAS APPLIED IN A PANIC STOP SITUATION. AS A RESULT, THE FRONT LEFT WHEEL CYLINDER ADJUSTER HAD BROKEN, OR CAME LOOSE.*AK
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