1998 Chevrolet S10 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 77about this part
- Share
- 13%of 613 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 97,128miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 77 complaints about the brakes of the 1998 Chevrolet S10, 13% of the 613 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 97,128 miles. 17 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“1998 chevy blazer, brakes are slipping when coming to a complete stop, or moving under 10 MPH. I understand there is a recall for GM SUV's ( NHTSA campaign number: 05v379000) and believe based on my experience the chevy blazer should be included in the recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10136337, filed 2005-09, 105,000 miles“I backed out of my driveway. Began slowly traveling down the hill that I live on. The brakes completely failed. The brake warning light was not on prior to this occuring. The engine also stalled. I had no way to slow or stop safely, as the parking brake cable was rusted and did not work. I made it to the bottom of the hill. Ended up driving off of a small embankment causing damage to the front bumper and other external areas in the front. The hood and driver side door are no longer sealing very good. A repair shop had to replace much of the brake lines due to failure caused by rust. …”
NHTSA complaint #10497757, filed 2013-02, 111,382 miles“Anti lock brakes activation at low speed before coming to a nornal stop. Called chevy since I noticed a recall for this same problem. They stated my vehicle was not covered under the recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10209212, filed 2007-11, 140,000 miles“Anti-lock brakes are activating unnecessarily . Gm has a recall for 1999-2002 vehicles for same problem caused by corrosion in wheel sensor. Saw the recall in newspaper. I bought this vehicle at auction. Originally was used by vermont department of transportation, apparently it has the same defect as the 1999-2002 vehicles.”
NHTSA complaint #10148457, filed 2006-01, 146,000 miles“The emergency brake pedal assembly failed without warning. As a result the vehicle begin to roll. The dealer states the plastic flange on the left of the ratchet tensioning spring spool broke, which jammed the brake mechanism. When the consumer applied the brake while stopped, it would not set and the vehicle rolled back.”
NHTSA complaint #10105471, filed 2005-01, 63,000 milesRelated recalls
- 00V159000Jun 16, 2000Vehicle description: electric pickup trucks. A condition in which the fuel-fired heater fill pipe ground strap contacts the rear passenger side brake pipe.Covers: Chevrolet S10 1997–1998
- 97V218000Nov 24, 1997Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and multi-purpose passenger vehicles. A fatigue fracture of the rear axle right-hand brake pipe can occur…Covers: Chevrolet S10 1998, GMC Sonoma 1998, Chevrolet Blazer 1998 +2 more
Related 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…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 6 | 29% |
| 2003 | 38 | 21% |
| 2002 | 21 | 10% |
| 2001 | 64 | 21% |
| 2000 | 105 | 22% |
| 1999 | 35 | 15% |
| 1998 | 77 | 13% |
| 1997 | 101 | 22% |
| 1996 | 222 | 33% |
| 1995 | 321 | 35% |
| 1994 | 533 | 55% |
| 1993 | 141 | 61% |
| 1992 | 121 | 67% |
| 1991 | 72 | 41% |
| 1990 | 10 | 34% |
| 1989 | 3 | 6% |
| 1988 | 6 | 16% |
| 1987 | 4 | 15% |
| 1986 | 3 | 14% |
| 1985 | 1 | 9% |
Other parts of the 1998 Chevrolet S10
204 complaintsEngine cooling
51 complaintsElectrical system
50 complaintsSeats
48 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
40 complaintsBody and structure
39 complaintsAir bags
37 complaintsSuspension
24 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
22 complaintsVehicle speed control
18 complaintsFuel system
16 complaintsSeat belts
14 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 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