2000 Chevrolet S10 Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 30about this part
- Share
- 6%of 471 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 44,500miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 30 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2000 Chevrolet S10, 6% of the 471 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 44,500 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I own a 2000 Chevrolet s-10 pick up truck. I have a problem with the check engine light on. I took my vehicle to a Chevrolet dealership the past a couple of times and was advised that the smog pump needs to be replaced. The dealer advised me that this is a problem with every 2000 Chevrolet pick up truck and that GM needs to issue a recall for this problem. I a writing to know what is the process for getting a recall started. Thank you.”
NHTSA complaint #10163729, filed 2006-07, 30,000 miles“Brake line failed at an intersection, total loss of brake pressure. Chevrolet notified, dealer could not find problem, part took a week to arrive, and we just fixed it at home out of exaspiration for the dealer, chevy was great though, line found worn right through. Many failures with this vehicle. Went through 3 batteries and 2 alternators. Upper ball joint failed on the highway, parts department tried to say because it wasnt greased, but I keep it greased, the ball broke right out the side, all ball joints replaced. Idler arm found broken when vehicle taken for re-alignment before that. …”
NHTSA complaint #10112075, filed 2005-02, 40,000 miles“Engine light stays on, dealer stated that fuel cap was loose and repaired it. Next day the light came back on. Please provide additional information. .”
NHTSA complaint #10002523, filed 2003-01, 45,000 miles“I bought the chevy with only 30,000 miles on it. But ever since the beginning the third brake light has never worked and I always replace the fuses and the little light bulbs. Also have had trouble with the transmission and have had it rebuilt and the radiator twice. I just have had more than enough problems with the truck I regret buying this truck.”
NHTSA complaint #10062662, filed 2004-03“There is no way to prevent the air from coming outside. As a result exhaust and fumes from other cars come into cab and in turn I inhale the fumes and causes me to get headaches and stomach aches. Also the blower stays on even if the dial is set to the off position.”
NHTSA complaint #744782, filed 2001-05Related service bulletins
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Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 1 | 5% |
| 2003 | 11 | 6% |
| 2002 | 2 | 1% |
| 2001 | 25 | 8% |
| 2000 | 30 | 6% |
| 1999 | 22 | 10% |
| 1998 | 51 | 8% |
| 1997 | 40 | 9% |
| 1996 | 71 | 11% |
| 1995 | 84 | 9% |
| 1994 | 66 | 7% |
| 1993 | 16 | 7% |
| 1992 | 9 | 5% |
| 1991 | 18 | 10% |
| 1990 | 4 | 14% |
| 1989 | 4 | 8% |
| 1988 | 6 | 16% |
| 1987 | 4 | 15% |
| 1986 | 1 | 5% |
| 1985 | 3 | 27% |
| 1984 | 3 | 38% |
Other parts of the 2000 Chevrolet S10
105 complaintsBody and structure
93 complaintsSeats
55 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
46 complaintsAir bags
29 complaintsFuel system
29 complaintsElectrical system
26 complaintsSuspension
19 complaintsVehicle speed control
17 complaintsExterior lighting
16 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
14 complaintsSteering
12 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Chevrolet S10
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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