1995 Chevrolet G30 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 31 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 62.0 times the median G30 year — the 1995 model ranks #1 of 30 G30 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

The trouble concentrates in one system: brakes issues account for 42% of all reports (13 of 31), far ahead of visibility & wipers at 3.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 1995 compare to other G30 years?

G30 NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1995 Chevrolet G30 problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Brakes	13	42%	▲ up
Engine	3	10%	▲ up
Visibility & Wipers	3	10%	new
Steering	2	6%	▲ up
Body & Structure	2	6%	▲ up
Speed Control	1	3%	new
Suspension	1	3%	new
Tires & Wheels	1	3%	— flat
Seats	1	3%	new
Electrical System	1	3%	— flat
Other	1	3%	new
Seat Belts	1	3%	— flat
Airbags	1	3%	new

Does the 1995 Chevrolet G30 have recalls?

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

07E088000OtherOctober 24, 2007 · 121,680 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

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.

06E043000Fuel SystemMay 19, 2006 · 88,303 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

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).

96V117000Tires & WheelsJuly 1, 1996 · 5,773 units

Defect

THESE TIRES HAVE BEAD DAMAGE WHICH OCCURED DURING TIRE MOUNTING.

Consequence

THIS DAMAGE TO THE TIRE REINFORCING STRUCTURE IN THE BEAD "TOE" AREA CAUSES A BULGE IN THE SIDEWALL AFTER THE TIRE IS INFLATED. THIS CONDITION WILL RESULT IN A SLOW AIR LOSS CAUSING THE TIRE TO GO FLAT. HOWEVER, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE DAMAGE TO RESULT IN A RAPID AIR LOSS CAUSING INJURIES TO ANYONE IF THEY WERE HANDLING THE TIRE WHEN THIS OCCURRED.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL DEMOUNT EACH TIRE AND INSPECT FOR BEAD DAMAGE. IF BEAD DAMAGE IS FOUND, THE TIRE WILL BE REPLACED.

95V026000TransmissionFebruary 16, 1995 · 13,853 units

Defect

DUE TO A THIN CASE CASTING, AN EXTERNAL TRANSMISSION LEAK CAN OCCUR.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE TRANSMISSION OIL TO SPRAYONTO THE EXHAUST SYSTEM AND RESULT IN A POSSIBLE VEHICLE FIRE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSMISSION CASE ASSEMBLY FOR THE INVOLVED CASE CASTING. IF THE ASSEMBLY IS INVOLVED, THE TRANSMISSION WILL BE REPLACED.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“DRIVING AT APPROXMATLEY 15 MPH OR LESS APPROACHING A RED LIGHT OR STOP SIGN ON WET ROADS OR DRY BUMPY ROADS, AND IF ONE WHEEL SKIPS OR SLIPS, ABS SYSTEM WILL DISENGAGE FOR 10-30 FEET, RESULTING IN A REAR END COLLISION. *AK”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · crash

“WINDSHIELD WIPER FUNCTION IS ERRATIC - WORKS SOME TIMES, DOESN'T WORK OTHER TIMES. I TOOK IT INTO LOCAL DEALER WHEN A FORMER GM EMPLOYEE INFORMED ME ABOUT A RECALL RE: THIS MALFUNCTION, AND GM DEALER STATED THEY COULD NOT LOCATE PART RECALL INFORMATION. *NM”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · September 1, 2005

“BRAKE SYSTEM COMPONENTS REPLACED PRIOR TO M/C ASSEMBLY. PARTS REPLACED INCLUDED PADSAND SHOES/REAR CYLINDER,DRAG LINK, PITMAN ARM. *AK”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · October 1, 1999

1995 Chevrolet G30 — common questions

Is the 1995 Chevrolet G30 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 31 complaints put the 1995 model at #1 of 30 G30 years. It is one of the G30 years to avoid.

What are the most common 1995 G30 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (13 complaints), visibility & wipers (3 complaints), engine (3 complaints).

Does the 1995 Chevrolet G30 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 1995 Chevrolet G30. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Chevrolet G30 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the G30 years to avoid are 1995. The cleanest record among G30 years belongs to 1991.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 1995 compare to other G30 years?

What are the most common 1995 Chevrolet G30 problems?

Does the 1995 Chevrolet G30 have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

1995 Chevrolet G30 — common questions

Is the 1995 Chevrolet G30 reliable?

What are the most common 1995 G30 problems?

Does the 1995 Chevrolet G30 have recalls?

Which Chevrolet G30 years should you avoid?

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