Recalls for 1990 Chevrolet K30

DEFECT #1 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Posted on: 1993-02-04
Description
Unanticipated heat in the transmission can force the transmission fluid out of the vent tube.

Consequence
The vented transmission fluid can catch fire if exposedto a source of ignition.

Corrective Action
Install a longer transmission vent hose routed to the left side of the engine compartment of the vehicle.

Notes
System: power train.vehicle description: light trucks with 5.0 l, 5.7 l, and 7.4 l engines and 4l60,4l60-e, and 3l80 automatic transmissions.

DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Posted on: 1990-02-06
Description
On c and k models, feed and or return fuel lines can contact the automatic transmission shift linkage cordon shaft.  In addition, on k models lines may also contact front propshaft.  In either case the fuel lines could be damaged resulting in a fuel leak.

Consequence
A hole could be rubbed through these fuel lines, allowing fuel leakage near exhaust crossover pipe; this could result in an engine compartment fire that could spread to the passenger compartment.

Corrective Action
Install newly designed fuel line routing bracket to prevent contact and, if necessary, replace fuel lines.

Notes
System: fuel lines.vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with 6.2 l diesel engines.

DEFECT #3 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

Posted on: 1990-06-14
Description
Loose pivot bolt holding the brake pedal to its support bracket could disengage from the nut.

Consequence
This could cause loss of braking activity that couldresult in a truck crash without prior warning.

Corrective Action
Retorque brake pedal pivot bolts to specifications to prevent loosening.

Notes
System: brake pedal support.vehicle description: light trucks.