1985 Chevrolet S10 Problems
- Complaints
- 11filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 19 mpgcombined, 2.8L 6-cyl RWD · 16 city / 23 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1985 Chevrolet S10 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 11 consumer complaints for the 1985 Chevrolet S10. The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 4 complaints (36% of the total), followed by engine cooling (3) and seat belts (2). Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 2 a fire, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
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.
- Engine cooling3 27%
- Seat belts2 18%
- Brakes1 9.1%
- Fuel system1 9.1%
- Tires1 9.1%
- Wheels1 9.1%
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1985 Chevrolet S10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S10 Blazer 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| S10 Blazer 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed manual | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,200 |
| S10 Blazer 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 |
| S10 Blazer 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed manual | 19 | 22 | 20 | $3,350 |
| S10 Blazer 2WD | 2.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed manual | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
| S10 Blazer 2WD | 2.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
| S10 Blazer 2WD | 2.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed manual | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
| S10 Blazer 2WD | 2.8L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
| S10 Blazer 2WD | 2.8L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 23 | 18 | $3,700 |
| S10 Blazer 2WD | 2.8L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 15 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| S10 Pickup 2WD | 1.9L 4-cyl | 4-speed manual | 21 | 27 | 23 | $2,900 |
| S10 Pickup 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 20 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| S10 Pickup 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
| S10 Pickup 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4-speed manual | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,200 |
10 more EPA-rated versions are not shown.
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 1985 Chevrolet S10 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 1985 Chevrolet S10.
Other model years of the Chevrolet S10
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 21 | 63,250 | 1 | — | 15 | — | Falling |
| 2003 | 178 | 46,582 | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 214 | 48,406 | 0 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2001 | 308 | 49,000 | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 471 | 60,300 | 4 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1999 | 231 | 60,000 | 0 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 613 | 71,125 | 6 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1997 | 469 | 83,000 | 6 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1996 | 668 | 79,500 | 7 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1995 | 911 | 115,500 | 5 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 967 | 86,000 | 5 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 233 | 131,300 | 3 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 180 | 82,163 | 3 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 174 | 132,000 | 6 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 29 | 98,858 | 3 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1989 | 48 | 68,250 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1988 | 37 | — | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1987 | 27 | 83,395 | 2 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1986 | 22 | — | 1 | — | 20 | — | Stable |
| 1985 | 11 | — | 0 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 1984 | 8 | — | 1 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 1983 | 7 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Chevrolet S10 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1985 Chevrolet S10 have?
NHTSA recorded 11 consumer complaints for the 1985 Chevrolet S10 as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1985 Chevrolet S10 is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 4 complaints (36% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 3.
Has the 1985 Chevrolet S10 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 1985 Chevrolet S10 get?
The EPA rates the 1985 Chevrolet S10 (S10 Blazer 2WD, 2.8L 6-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 16 city and 23 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 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.