The 1993 Chevrolet G20 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 8,262 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 68 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the service brakes, hydraulic. Last updated July 5, 2026.
THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BACK HEIGHT DOES NOT CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 202, "HEAD RESTRAINTS."
CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: SEAT OCCUPANTS ARE SUBJECT TO INCREASED RISK OF INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A SUDD STOP OR ACCIDENT.
SHERRY DESIGNS WILL PROVIDE AN ATTACHABLE HEADREST FOR THE DEALER OR CUSTOMER TO ADD TO THE SEATS.
THE TRANSFORMER USED TO POWER THE NEON CENTER LIGHTBEAM CAN OVERHEAT AND CATCH ON FIRE.
THE OVERHEATING AND FIRES CAUSED BY THE NEON TRANSFORMER CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE LIGHTBEAM ASSEMBLY, THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE, AND COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.
MARK III DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE ASSEMBLIES TO ELIMINATE THE NEON LIGHTING FIXTURE IN THE VEHICLE AND REPLACE IT WITH INCANDESCENT LIGHTS OPERATING DIRECTLY FROM THE VEHICLE 12-VOLT BATTERY.
THESE VEHICLES WERE EQUIPPED WITH INCORRECT SPARE WHEELS. THE USE OF AN INCORRECT SPARE WHEEL IN A MOUNTED POSITION CAN, UNDER CERTAIN LOAD CONDITIONS, EVENTUALLY CAUSE THE WHEEL TO CRACK AND POSSIBLY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE.
SHOULD THE WHEEL CRACK AND SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE, LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL CAN OCCUR, RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.
“Tl*the contact owns a 1993 chevrolet g20. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving up an incline. The vehicle was able to be restarted, but stalled and shut off when the contact shifted into the drive position. The vehicle was towed and the mechanic stated that the inch and a half…”
“While driving on the highway at 65 mph, the left rear tire lost tread. *ak the consumer stated two other tires experienced tread separation. *jb *nm”
“While the consumer was traveling at 50 mph the vehicle caught on fire in the engine compartment. (ohio traffic report #10-91-525) *yh”
“No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak”
“Delta sierra radial p235/75r15, dot unknown, replacement equipment with 18000 miles on a 1993, chevrolet, g20 van. While driving 65 mph left rear tire had tread separation. Tread wrapped around axle, causing loss of brakes. Consumer and his wife suffered neck and back injuries. Damage to vehicle…”
“Vehicle experiencing problem with extended stopping distance whenever brakes are applied in a sudden stop / emergency situation. Vehicle been in dealer's shop for inspection, and they informed consumer that this was normal condition for that vehicle. Please feel free to provide any further…”
“When brakes were applied in an emergency situation they did not respond as they should. Pedal was normal, but brakes grabbed and then released. Vehicle kept coasting into vehicle in front of it. Gmc has been contacted. *ak”
“Was driving 35 mph & started to apply brakes for a stop light, and had no brakes. Went through light. Brakes locked up for a bit in front, but not in rear. Contacted & informed dealership next day of problem with vehicle. Given run around. Finally referred to mechanic. Electric computer chip or…”
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 1993 Chevrolet G20 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.