1998 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck Problems
- Complaints
- 33filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 116,000miles, 7 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 Chevrolet Truck (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 33 consumer complaints for the 1998 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck. The part named most often is brakes, with 8 complaints (24% of the total), followed by steering (4) and fuel system (3). 7 of the complaints include a mileage, and 29% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 116,000 miles. Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 2 an injury, 1 a death, 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.
- Brakes8 24%
- Steering4 12%
- Fuel system3 9.1%
- Suspension3 9.1%
- Tires3 9.1%
- Air bags2 6.1%
- Seats2 6.1%
- Vehicle speed control2 6.1%
- Electrical system1 3.0%
Also reported: Engine cooling (1), Latches, locks and linkages (1), Other or unknown (1), Seat belts (1), Transmission and drivetrain (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “I have a 1998 chev, full size, extended cab pickup truck. The antilock brakes carroded exactly like what was discribed in your investigation by the national highway traffic safety administration. It was a very scarey feeling when I applied the brakes and it failed to propery stop the vehicle. In order to correct the problem, the garage took them apart and cleaned all the corrision off plus broke one sensor because it was corrided so badly. It cost me a total of $200.00 to have it repaired. The 1998 pickups should be a part of this recall also. I did buy this truck brand new in nov. Of 1997. …”
NHTSA complaint #10119882, filed 2005-05, 49,050 milesSteering: “I bought this vehicle used september 2010. Between 45-70 MPH, turning slightly or hard turn, steering makes popping sound and veers in that directions without assistance. On straight-aways, the vehicle will veer either direction on its own without assistance.”
NHTSA complaint #10433754, filed 2011-11, 142,000 milesFuel system: “Dt: consumer first had a fuel injection pump failure in april 2004, and it was replaced. It failed again in september 2004, and was no longer covered under warranty.”
NHTSA complaint #10124441, filed 2005-06, 157,000 milesSuspension: “Front end suspension system experiencing problems when turning wheels to the left the brake caliper pin is making contact with the lower a-frame, this could be applying excessive pressure to brake caliper, rotor and a-frame.”
NHTSA complaint #544487, filed 1999-03Mileage when problems were reported
29% of the 7 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 85,000 and 120,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1998 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck 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 Chevrolet Truck.
Other model years of the Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 40 | 51,829 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2002 | 37 | 49,695 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 21 | 54,750 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2000 | 19 | 56,017 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1999 | 35 | 69,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 33 | 116,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 48 | 60,500 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 49 | 142,500 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 53 | 160,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 35 | 151,667 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 13 | 92,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1992 | 13 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1991 | 13 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 11 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1989 | 14 | 80,441 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1988 | 15 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1985 | 5 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1998 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck have?
NHTSA recorded 33 consumer complaints for the 1998 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1998 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 8 complaints (24% of the total), followed by steering with 4.
Has the 1998 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck 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 Chevrolet Truck reported?
Among the 7 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 116,000 miles and the middle half falls between 85,000 and 120,000 miles; 29% 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.