1997 Chevrolet S10 Vehicle speed control Problems
- Complaints
- 21about this part
- Share
- 4%of 469 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 150,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 21 complaints about the vehicle speed control of the 1997 Chevrolet S10, 4% of the 469 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 150,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“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 engine fails to return to idle when throttle is released. Occurs when humidity is high and temperature is at least moderate. More prone to occur while air conditioning is in use. Engine RPM has hung at up to 2000 RPM. I have been able to travel at 35 MPH for 1/2 mile or more without depressing the throttle. This occurred on level roads and the cruise control was not engaged or even on. I have been in contact with another individual, via the web, who had the same year/model truck with the same problem. This is a safety problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #708709, filed 1999-07“The issue was reported to the dealer during while getting the paint repaired on the vehicle due to acid rain. I believe I was just blown off by the service person. He sadi its normal for these trucks to do this. After reviewing the many cases in the database here it does not sound normal in many cases I can leave my foot off the peddle in traffic and the truck will keep going. When I pull up to park the engine will idle at about 2000 rpms for 10 seconds then return to normal. At times I must also brake to slow the vehicle when the idle hangs. …”
NHTSA complaint #706646, filed 1999-05“Transmission failed approx. $1000.00 to repair . Alternator went out approx. $175.00 to replace. Windshield wipers only work 25% of the time.. Many times when it is raining. Not repaired. Cruise control does not work at all. Not repaired. Backup lights(bulbs and fuses good) not working. Not repaired. We can only afford to repair the items that have to be repaired.”
NHTSA complaint #751526, filed 2001-09“Intermittently while driving vehicle will accelerate to 50 MPH and stay at 50 MPH without pressing the pedal, which cannot slowdown vehicle unless making a complete stop. This may cause a crash. Been to dealer 5 times, but could not determine the cause. Engine stall while driving and the vehicle would not restart due to coil wire failure.”
NHTSA complaint #872831, filed 2000-10Vehicle speed control: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 6 | 3% |
| 2002 | 7 | 3% |
| 2001 | 6 | 2% |
| 2000 | 17 | 4% |
| 1999 | 7 | 3% |
| 1998 | 18 | 3% |
| 1997 | 21 | 4% |
| 1996 | 38 | 6% |
| 1995 | 29 | 3% |
| 1994 | 39 | 4% |
| 1993 | 11 | 5% |
| 1992 | 6 | 3% |
| 1991 | 2 | 1% |
| 1989 | 2 | 4% |
| 1988 | 1 | 3% |
| 1987 | 3 | 11% |
| 1986 | 1 | 5% |
Other parts of the 1997 Chevrolet S10
117 complaintsBrakes
101 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
49 complaintsAir bags
47 complaintsFuel system
46 complaintsEngine cooling
40 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.
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