1997 Chevrolet S10 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 46about this part
- Share
- 10%of 469 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 47,900miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 46 complaints about the fuel system of the 1997 Chevrolet S10, 10% of the 469 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 47,900 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Severely corroded brake lines, lines blew. Near miss accident. This is a common complaint across mfrs. . Well maintained cars with severely corroded fuel and brake lines. I bet it can be traced to a cheap supplier that supplied the big 3 for a period of years. No corrosion resistance on the steel. Can't blame this on ne winter salt. My oem 1964 looks better than my late model vehicles.”
NHTSA complaint #10629435, filed 2014-08, 187,000 miles“There are 8 safety recalls on the chevy S10.1997.the companys state my vehicle is not on the list of these recalls.but my vehicles has all of these defects.and ive been very lucky I have not been in an accident yet due to these issues.ive been very lucky.but peoples luck always runs out.I cant afford another vehicle and its breaking me financially by fixing this one.”
NHTSA complaint #10323395, filed 2010-04, 82,000 miles“Occasionally about 5 or 6 times and counting when initially applying the brake at either 45mph or 10 MPH my 1997 chevy S10 vehicle starts to accelerate with my foot off the gas and cruise control off at what appeared to be full speed/throttle. My first reaction was to brake even harder, but then the antilock brakes kicked in and seemed to reduce the stopping force by not letting the wheels lock. The vehicle continued to accelerate until I placed the car in neutral and then the vehicle stopped and also stopped accelerating.”
NHTSA complaint #10641808, filed 2014-10, 150,000 miles“The fuel gauge on my 1997 s-10 extended cab truck does not work. The needle remains on the full position. I noticed the gauge was erratic prior to the warranty expiring, but I forgot it, so unfortunately no recorded complaint was availale when it ceased to operate. I am aware that this is a problem on other s-10 vehicles. In fact I owned a 1983 silverado and the fuel gauge on it did not work. I determine when to refuel by use of the odometer.”
NHTSA complaint #10118472, filed 2005-04, 28,000 miles“Since I have purchased this vehicle, I cannot get the correct fuel amount to show on the gauge. I have been to the dealer several times waiting for a recall with no luck. I have ran out of gas several times when the gauge says I have fuel. Once on the highway I was forced off the road and into a ditch causing damage. I was placed in a life threatening situation more than once because of this problem. Chevrolet wants me to pay $220.00 for parts and another $175.00 labor and I cannot afford that amount.”
NHTSA complaint #10222548, filed 2008-03, 42,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10137901May 9, 2014This informational bulletin provides the technician with information on what E85 fuel may due to a non E85 vehicle.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 1 | 5% |
| 2003 | 14 | 8% |
| 2002 | 17 | 8% |
| 2001 | 30 | 10% |
| 2000 | 29 | 6% |
| 1999 | 10 | 4% |
| 1998 | 16 | 3% |
| 1997 | 46 | 10% |
| 1996 | 19 | 3% |
| 1995 | 37 | 4% |
| 1994 | 38 | 4% |
| 1993 | 20 | 9% |
| 1992 | 12 | 7% |
| 1991 | 12 | 7% |
| 1990 | 4 | 14% |
| 1989 | 4 | 8% |
| 1988 | 5 | 14% |
| 1987 | 4 | 15% |
| 1986 | 2 | 9% |
| 1985 | 1 | 9% |
Other parts of the 1997 Chevrolet S10
117 complaintsBrakes
101 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
49 complaintsAir bags
47 complaintsEngine cooling
40 complaintsVehicle speed control
21 complaintsBody and structure
20 complaintsElectrical system
19 complaintsSuspension
13 complaintsOther or unknown
11 complaintsSeat belts
11 complaintsSeats
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Chevrolet S10
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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology