1999 Chevrolet Pickup Problems
- Complaints
- 39filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 36,750miles, 4 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 1999 Chevrolet Pickup (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 39 consumer complaints for the 1999 Chevrolet Pickup. The part named most often is brakes, with 20 complaints (51% of the total), followed by vehicle speed control (6) and tires (5). 4 of the complaints include a mileage, and 75% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 36,750 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 4 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.
- Brakes20 51%
- Tires5 13%
- Electrical system4 10%
- Seat belts3 7.7%
- Engine cooling2 5.1%
- Exterior lighting2 5.1%
- Fuel system1 2.6%
- Interior lighting1 2.6%
- Steering1 2.6%
Also reported: Body and structure (1), Suspension (1), Transmission and drivetrain (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “While applying the brake from 50 MPH, the brake pedal would feel soft. Consumer refilled the master brake cylinder. Within a day or two the problem recurred. The consumer inspected the vehicle and noticed brake fluid leaking from a loose line. Brake line rusted out. Vehicle is less than 5 years old.”
NHTSA complaint #10096873, filed 2004-11, 40,500 milesVehicle speed control: “The ebcm module for the anti locking brakes has a circuit that is stuck open, thus rendering my ABS inoperable on my truck. The service director at sir walter chev. In raleigh, nc told me he has seen this problem many times and that the repair will be about $1000.00. The service director at chris leith chev in wake forest nc told me he would not work with me because of high mileage even though time has not expired on my warranty. I understand that my warranty is out. He said he heard rumors about a campaign to fix same but does not know if it will occur. …”
NHTSA complaint #766134, filed 2002-08Tires: “Tire came apart while driving. No road hazards or anything on the road. Tire made a noise, pieces of rubber were falling on the road, tire completely failed as I pulled over. Tread was partially off and caused damage to the truck. I have electronic pictures. ***dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12-12-02 cut over to artemis***761431”
NHTSA complaint #10009194, filed 2002-05, 33,000 milesElectrical system: “The electronic brake traction control module failed. The part would also run frequently. The fuse had to be pulled in order to keep the module from running when the key was turned off. The dealer suggested that the module was faulty. The consumer was told it would cost 795.00 to replace the ABS module.”
NHTSA complaint #10068567, filed 2004-04Mileage when problems were reported
75% of the 4 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 33,000 and 40,500 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 1999 Chevrolet Pickup 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
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 4 on record; the latest 4 are shown.
- 10112034Jan 28, 2014Body and structure. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables. Technician should not replace any parts for this…
- 10112600Nov 26, 2012Transmission and drivetrain. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with the axel setup information from American Axle Manufacturing. Technician should be advised that the maximum…
- 10019186Feb 16, 2006Interior lighting, Exterior lighting. Ipc, interior lights and/or headlamps flicker. *ak fb2
- 10016707Sep 28, 2005Transmission and drivetrain. Four wheel drive inoperative and the 4wd service light will illuminate. Diagnosis may reveal that the atc fuse could be open, possible dtc c0308, or various u codes may be set. The encoder motor may…
Other model years of the Chevrolet Pickup
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 10 | 24,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2002 | 17 | 33,300 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2001 | 17 | 35,750 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2000 | 32 | 41,500 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 39 | 36,750 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 74 | 75,000 | 0 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 75 | 84,500 | 0 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 60 | 38,000 | 0 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 79 | 74,000 | 0 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 58 | 73,000 | 0 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1992 | 13 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1991 | 16 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1990 | 11 | 42,253 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Chevrolet Pickup model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1999 Chevrolet Pickup have?
NHTSA recorded 39 consumer complaints for the 1999 Chevrolet Pickup as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1999 Chevrolet Pickup is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 20 complaints (51% of the total), followed by vehicle speed control with 6.
Has the 1999 Chevrolet Pickup 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 1999 Chevrolet Pickup reported?
Among the 4 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 36,750 miles and the middle half falls between 33,000 and 40,500 miles; 75% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 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.