Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1982 K1500.
The 1982 GMC Truck K1500 Overview presents itself as a classic mid‑sized pickup built on a sturdy body platform that has long been a staple of the brand’s truck lineup, offering a blend of utility and durability. While the specific engine options for that year are not detailed here, the model’s enduring reputation for solid construction is underscored by its continued presence in research databases. In the broader context of the model’s reliability record, the K1500’s 1995 year stands out with the highest complaint count at 29, contrasting sharply with the 1991 year’s low of only 3, illustrating the fluctuating reliability profile that researchers should consider when evaluating long‑term performance trends.
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
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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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