Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1982 K30.
The 1982 Chevrolet K30 Overview records its body design, platform and engine as part of the model’s documentation, noting a single owner‑reported tire complaint and one recall. Its complaint history from 1990 to 2000 shows the fewest issues in 1990 and a peak of two complaints in 1995, reflecting a relatively stable reliability profile for that period. The 1982 model year therefore sits at the low end of the complaint spectrum, indicating consistent build quality for that era.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall width | 79.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 159.4 in |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
In the federal record, the 1990–1994 years show a gradual rise in complaints from 1 in 1990 to 2 in 1995, with recalls peaking at 5 in 1994 before stabilizing at 4 in 1995 and 1996. The 1991–1993 period had no complaints but a steady three recalls each year, indicating a recurring safety focus rather than customer dissatisfaction. By 2000 the complaint count drops to 1 and recalls to none, suggesting a decline in reported issues for the generation. The 1982 model falls chronologically before this trend; with no direct data for that year, we cannot confirm whether it began with lower or higher incident rates. Given that the 1990s onward show a moderate and decreasing pattern of complaints and recalls, a 1982 K30 is likely to share similar reliability, but its older age may mask unseen wear. Therefore, while 1982 remains a viable choice, a thorough mechanical inspection is essential to mitigate potential age-related problems.
All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
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… 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.
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