1995 Chevrolet G20: problems, recalls and reliability
6 recalls and 82 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is service brakes, hydraulic (38% of complaints); the 1994 and 1996 model years look more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Oct 2007
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 82 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“The contact owns a 1995 Chevrolet G20. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the windshield wipers failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 168,000.”Owner report · Visibility/Wiper · Aug 2022
“Tl* the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet g20. While driving 40 mph, the brakes failed. The contact was able to stop the vehicle by engaging the emergency brake. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.”Owner report · Service Brakes · Jan 2017
“Dt: the contact stated one month ago he noticed a brake problem. When applying the brake at any speed the pedal went to the floor and there were no brakes. Just as he was pressing the pedal the ABS light came on. After he was off of the pedal the light disappeared. He the contact cited recall 99i006000. He called the manufacturer, and they told him this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Aug 2005
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“Windshield wipers failed intermittently due to wiring harness connector malfunctioning. Recall 98v15001 was issued, however, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. *ak”Owner report · Visibility · May 2004
“Front end- when applying the brakes the entire front end shimmies and vibrates making it difficult to control the van. We have only owned this van for less than 2 years but this should not be happening.”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jul 2003
“The rear springs on the back part of the vehicle is causing both front tires to wear excessively. The dealer informed consumer that the cause was due to the wrong size springs used at time of manufacture. Ts”Owner report · Suspension · Aug 2002
“We have also had problems with the right side axle and bearings. Also the coil went out, as well as the engine small block - which did not fix the problem - they then had to replace the entire engine.”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Feb 2002
“Anti-lock brake system replaced in august 1999. Currently, vehicle is making grinding sounds when brakes are applied. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Feb 2001
“Consumer contacted dealer in reference to recall number 99i006000/ manufacturer's recall 99046/ ABS brakes. Consumer not sure if dealer made the recall repairs. Vehicle was still experiencing problems with extended stopping distance when attempting to stop. *ak the driver is experiencing brake problem after it was fixed for recall. *yh”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Oct 2000
“In this accident a car and our van impacted both at app. 40mph each hit with frontal impact causing ext. Damage to our van as well as the pass. Restraint not working and causing injury. Gm sent "expert" but to no avail. Repair as well as wrecker and police say driver's side airbag should have deployed even if a small impact of that magnatude. Thank you for your help. Michelle and philip camp. *ak”Owner report · Seat Belts · Jan 2000
When filing, owners marked a crash in 12 of these complaints and injuries in 13 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 6 campaigns
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.
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.
THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH A SLIDING SIDE-DOOR REAR LATCH THAT WAS IMPROPERLY RIVETED. THIS DOES NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 206, "DOOR LOCKS AND DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS."
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SLIDING DOOR REAR LATCH ON ALL SUSPECT VEHICLES.
BOTH THE SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT (SIR) CAUTION LABEL AND AN ENGINE START LABEL WERE INSTALLED ON THE SAME SIDE OF THE DRIVER'S SUN VISOR. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."
Remedy: A NEW LABEL, WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, WILL BE SENT DIRECTLY TO OWNERS. OWNERS WILL INSTALL THE LABEL OR CAN HAVE THEIR DEALER INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM.
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.
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).
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CHEVROLET AND GMC G VANS EQUIPPED WITH SLIDING SIDE DOORS AND REMEDIED DURING SAFETY CAMPAIGN (95V197/95-C-58) BETWEEN JULY 18, 1997 AND FEBRUARY 6, 1999. THE SLIDING SIDE-DOOR REAR LATCH WAS REPLACED WITH A LATCH THAT WAS IMPROPERLY RIVETED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SLIDING DOOR REAR LATCH.
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, OR MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3-SENSOR ABS (ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM) EBC4 UNITS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE COMPUTER PROGRAM WHICH OPERATES THE ABS UNIT ON SOME VEHICLES, OR REPLACE THE COMPUTER ON OTHERS TO IMPROVE THE PERFORMANCE OF THE ABS ON THESE SURFACES.
How other years compare
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Is the 1995 Chevrolet G20 reliable?
NHTSA has 82 owner complaints and 6 recall campaigns on record for the 1995 Chevrolet G20. The most complained-about area is service brakes, hydraulic (38% of complaints).
At what mileage do 1995 Chevrolet G20 problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 124,133 miles or less.
Does the 1995 Chevrolet G20 have open recalls?
6 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning equipment. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.