1999 Chevrolet S10 Tires Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 4%of 231 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 60,310miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the tires of the 1999 Chevrolet S10, 4% of the 231 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 60,310 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Firestone fr440 purchased new for 99 Chevrolet s-10 pickup with 33,900 miles. After new tires had 150 miles on them, I had a blow out at 65 MPH on the freeway. The tire was shredded, sidewall looked really thin. Tire was replaced because I had purchased road hazard warranty wanted 4 new tires for light truck. Still pending.”
NHTSA complaint #10056717, filed 2004-02“The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet S10. The contact stated that he noticed that the spare tire became detached from the vehicle. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that the spare tire cable had fractured prematurely. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 60,620.”
NHTSA complaint #10565676, filed 2014-02, 60,620 miles“The contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet S10. The contact stated that the wire cable that is used to lift and secure the spare tire has rusted and split into two pieces. The manufacturer stated that they have a $75 harness that he could purchase. The engine size and purchase date were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 60,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10191303, filed 2007-05, 60,000 miles“The contact stated while exiting the expressway at 25 MPH the spare tire, which is held underneath vehicle by a supporting cable, dislodged and the spare tire rolled into the road causing vehicle to run over the tire. The manufacturer was contacted and determined that the vehicle was not under warranty therefore they would not provide service without cost. The vehicle was also taken to local dealers who confirmed the manufacturers statement. No repairs were made to the vehicle. Updated 7/13/2006 -”
NHTSA complaint #10160807, filed 2006-06, 97,000 miles“2/25/99 truck was taken to serra chev in jackson for clutch adjustment, smell of burning odor, drivers door hard to shut, drivers seat belt locks up on straight and level. 3/1/99 engine quit while driving 35-40mph. Towed to serra Chevrolet. Wire was found burnt at trans and dist. 3/6/99 truck again quit while driving at approx. 30 MPH in 2nd gear. Tires locked up and truck coasted to stop. This is a 4 lane,55mph highway. Was nearly hit by vehicle behind. Lost all power including steering. Truck is again sitting at serra Chevrolet here in jackson. …”
NHTSA complaint #704107, filed 1999-03Related service bulletins
- 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…
Tires: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 1 | 5% |
| 2003 | 12 | 7% |
| 2002 | 5 | 2% |
| 2001 | 11 | 4% |
| 2000 | 7 | 1% |
| 1999 | 9 | 4% |
| 1998 | 11 | 2% |
| 1997 | 6 | 1% |
| 1996 | 11 | 2% |
| 1995 | 15 | 2% |
| 1994 | 11 | 1% |
| 1993 | 5 | 2% |
| 1992 | 4 | 2% |
| 1991 | 8 | 5% |
| 1990 | 2 | 7% |
| 1989 | 6 | 13% |
| 1988 | 3 | 8% |
| 1987 | 2 | 7% |
| 1986 | 2 | 9% |
| 1985 | 1 | 9% |
| 1984 | 2 | 25% |
| 1983 | 1 | 14% |
Other parts of the 1999 Chevrolet S10
35 complaintsSeats
33 complaintsBody and structure
28 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
28 complaintsAir bags
27 complaintsEngine cooling
22 complaintsElectrical system
19 complaintsEquipment
12 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsSuspension
9 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 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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