1991 Chevrolet C1500 Problems
- Complaints
- 39filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 81,556miles, 2 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.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 15 mpgcombined, 5.0L 8-cyl RWD · 14 city / 17 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1991 Chevrolet C1500 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 39 consumer complaints for the 1991 Chevrolet C1500. The part named most often is brakes, with 15 complaints (38% of the total), followed by tires (5) and body and structure (4). 2 of the complaints include a mileage, and 50% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 81,556 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 2 a fire, 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.
- Brakes15 38%
- Tires5 13%
- Body and structure4 10%
- Seat belts3 7.7%
- Electrical system2 5.1%
- Seats2 5.1%
- Engine cooling1 2.6%
- Vehicle speed control1 2.6%
Example complaints
Brakes: “Uneven front brake application. Medium brake pressure energized right front only causing severe right steer. Heavy brake pressure energized both front brakes only to leave left front brake locked. Problem occurred gradually and progressively worsened to danger level, especially on wet or loose surfaces. Inspection determined the left front brake hose support clamp had been over compressed in manufacturing causing gradual compression of the inner hydraulic line to the point of virtual closure. …”
NHTSA complaint #10402264, filed 2011-05, 146,000 milesTires: “I was driving on freeway 65 miles an hour. This is the first time it happened in 2011. My truck felt like someone lassoed my bumper. I was out of control but no one got hurt . Thank god! When I was able to get out and check my tire, it still had air in it but the tread had separated and wrapped around my rear axle. Tread was still attached to tire also. The chevy 1990 truck had almost rolled. I never seen anything like it before! I have great pictures of this ! 2nd time I was on highway doing 65 and tread separated again. This is 2013. This time tread damaged my rear fender. …”
NHTSA complaint #10494959, filed 2013-01, 17,111 milesBody and structure: “Paint has been chipping for quite some time, but recently a large chunk of snow slid off the roof as I was driving, along with the snow was a rather large section of paint, obscuring my view.I was forced to pull off to the side of the road to avoid an accident and remove the section of paint. This was certainly a hazard and there are more paint chips ready to fall off at anytime.”
NHTSA complaint #702739, filed 1999-01Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “Windshield wipers would quit working after being in use for a while. Would start up on their own at anytime. Would have no warning. This would cause poor visibility for the driver.”
NHTSA complaint #844688, filed 1999-08Mileage when problems were reported
50% of the 2 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 17,111 and 146,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1991 Chevrolet C1500 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1500 Pickup 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| C1500 Pickup 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | 4-speed manual | 16 | 19 | 17 | $3,950 |
| C1500 Pickup 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,950 |
| C1500 Pickup 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| C1500 Pickup 2WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 5-speed manual | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,200 |
| C1500 Pickup 2WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 14 | 17 | 15 | $4,450 |
| C1500 Pickup 2WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 14 | 18 | 15 | $4,450 |
| C1500 Pickup 2WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | 5-speed manual | 12 | 18 | 14 | $4,800 |
| C1500 Pickup 2WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | 5-speed manual | 12 | 17 | 14 | $4,800 |
| C1500 Pickup 2WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | 4-speed manual | 12 | 15 | 13 | $5,150 |
| C1500 Pickup 2WD | 7.4L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 9 | 12 | 10 | $6,700 |
| C1500 Pickup 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl · diesel | 5-speed manual | 18 | 23 | 20 | $4,800 |
| C1500 Pickup 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl · diesel | 4-speed automatic | 16 | 22 | 18 | $5,300 |
| C1500 Pickup 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl · diesel | 4-speed manual | 17 | 20 | 18 | $5,300 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1991 Chevrolet C1500 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 1991 Chevrolet C1500.
Other model years of the Chevrolet C1500
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 229 | 76,700 | 0 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 209 | 114,750 | 0 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 152 | 120,000 | 0 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 64 | 141,000 | 0 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 41 | 149,755 | 0 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 39 | 81,556 | 0 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 22 | 160,000 | 1 | — | 15 | — | Stable |
| 1989 | 33 | 144,977 | 1 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 32 | 179,875 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Chevrolet C1500 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1991 Chevrolet C1500 have?
NHTSA recorded 39 consumer complaints for the 1991 Chevrolet C1500 as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1991 Chevrolet C1500 is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 15 complaints (38% of the total), followed by tires with 5.
Has the 1991 Chevrolet C1500 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.
What gas mileage does the 1991 Chevrolet C1500 get?
The EPA rates the 1991 Chevrolet C1500 (C1500 Pickup 2WD, 5.0L 8-cyl) at 15 mpg combined, 14 city and 17 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,450 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1991 Chevrolet C1500 reported?
Among the 2 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 81,556 miles and the middle half falls between 17,111 and 146,000 miles; 50% 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. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
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.