1994 Chevrolet S10 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 20about this part
- Share
- 2%of 967 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 106,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 20 complaints about the body and structure of the 1994 Chevrolet S10, 2% of the 967 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 106,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Both tailgate cables have broken. The first has been broken for a years, the second snapped as I was unloading a heavy garbage can. Luckily, I was not hurt as the can fell to the ground. Also the glue has failed on the rear view mirror, and rear window lock.”
NHTSA complaint #10110387, filed 2005-02, 106,000 miles“We have several problems with this vehicle, we have had to replace front hub assembly, 4x4 components, door hinge, air conditioner compressor, while driving on the highway the front passenger wheel fell off at 70 MPH., at this time we have to stop and water down the front brake area when driving over 20 miles at a time please can you help with info on this vehicle???”
NHTSA complaint #742343, filed 2001-03“I own a 1994 Chevrolet s-10 2wd regular cab pickup. The tailgate cables on my truck are either failing or have failed. I do not use my vehicle for any special purposes, just normal everyday use. Through the regular opening and closing of my tailgate my right-side cable has snapped, and my left-side cable is freying and I expect to snap in the near future. If the left-side cable snaps there will be nothing keeping the tailgate from falling off. I am afraid that when it fails it will be under load and someone will be injured.”
NHTSA complaint #10104143, filed 2004-12“Vehicle experienced continued problems with the suspension system (vibration, banging in the front end, excessive wear of the tires and brake pads), owner replaced several components within the suspension system and drive train however not rectified, final diagnosis revealed frame was cracked in several places which caused excessive wear and damage to components. Mjs”
NHTSA complaint #549537, filed 1999-11“There are leaves accumulated under the cowling and being sucked into the fan motor. While driving they come out of the vents inside the car on driver and passenger sides, GM contacted and stated the problem is normal, dealer contacted and vehicle has no warranty.”
NHTSA complaint #829908, filed 1998-11Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 3 | 14% |
| 2003 | 30 | 17% |
| 2002 | 73 | 34% |
| 2001 | 75 | 24% |
| 2000 | 93 | 20% |
| 1999 | 28 | 12% |
| 1998 | 39 | 6% |
| 1997 | 20 | 4% |
| 1996 | 16 | 2% |
| 1995 | 17 | 2% |
| 1994 | 20 | 2% |
| 1993 | 2 | 1% |
| 1992 | 2 | 1% |
| 1991 | 13 | 7% |
| 1990 | 3 | 10% |
| 1989 | 4 | 8% |
| 1988 | 3 | 8% |
| 1987 | 4 | 15% |
| 1983 | 1 | 14% |
Other parts of the 1994 Chevrolet S10
533 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
241 complaintsEngine cooling
66 complaintsVehicle speed control
39 complaintsFuel system
38 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
37 complaintsElectrical system
28 complaintsSuspension
21 complaintsEquipment
20 complaintsSeat belts
16 complaintsSteering
15 complaintsSeats
13 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1994 Chevrolet S10
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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