1998 Chevrolet Truck M/L Van Problems
- Complaints
- 42filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 63,000miles, 30 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1998 Chevrolet Truck M/L Van (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 42 consumer complaints for the 1998 Chevrolet Truck M/L Van. The part named most often is visibility, with 19 complaints (45% of the total), followed by brakes (9) and electrical system (4). 30 of the complaints include a mileage, and 40% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 63,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes9 21%
- Electrical system4 9.5%
- Engine cooling3 7.1%
- Other or unknown2 4.8%
- Steering2 4.8%
- Suspension2 4.8%
- Fuel system1 2.4%
- Seats1 2.4%
Also reported: Transmission and drivetrain (1).
Example complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “There were no incidents leading to the failure of the windshield wipers on my 1998 chevrolet blazer. They simply do not operate when it rains, which has become quite a hazard, especially during sudden rain, while driving the vehicle in traffic! While I have incurred no accidents due to this failure, I've had to stop in traffic, during inclement weather, as I could not see to maneuver the vehicle safely.”
NHTSA complaint #10078786, filed 2004-06, 1 milesBrakes: “Driving on the road, applied brakes, brake pedal went to floor, vehicle stopping distance was long. Stopped vehicle, checked brake reservoir. Fluid was down. Went around vehicle and found brake fluid leaking from frame rail forward of left rear wheel. Problem was broken corroded metal brake line. I had it replaced. I did not retain the old part.”
NHTSA complaint #10078367, filed 2004-06, 134,000 milesElectrical system: “Interior lights come on at will. This can occur any time you are driving the vehicle or even if the vehicle is parked. Ruined one battery and I've had to jump start the vehicle twice since battery was replaced. Concerned that this may be a fire hazard. No one can seem to identify the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10033369, filed 2003-08, 38,500 milesEngine cooling: “I have had several engine stalls on my 1998 6.5 chevrolet diesel engine. The engine will quit as if the switch is turned off at random times and driving conditions. The danger that this poses in highway traffic can not be under stated. When the engine quits I also loose the power steering and braking making this a very dangerious situation. Although I have not had a crash when this condition occurs, I have had several close calls and have read on internet web sites others that have not been so lucky. …”
NHTSA complaint #10093702, filed 2004-10, 111,468 milesMileage when problems were reported
40% of the 30 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 32,500 and 76,532 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1998 Chevrolet Truck M/L Van in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1998 Chevrolet Truck M/L Van.
Other model years of the Chevrolet Truck M/L Van
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 42 | 63,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Chevrolet Truck M/L Van model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1998 Chevrolet Truck M/L Van have?
NHTSA recorded 42 consumer complaints for the 1998 Chevrolet Truck M/L Van as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1998 Chevrolet Truck M/L Van is reported most often?
Visibility is named most often, in 19 complaints (45% of the total), followed by brakes with 9.
Has the 1998 Chevrolet Truck M/L Van been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 1998 Chevrolet Truck M/L Van reported?
Among the 30 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 63,000 miles and the middle half falls between 32,500 and 76,532 miles; 40% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.