2000 Chevrolet S10 Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 3%of 471 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 62,945miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2000 Chevrolet S10, 3% of the 471 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 62,945 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.
“My complaint does not concern my vehicle. It is the intensity of newer headlights and taillights on late model vehicles. It is very difficult to drive with extremely bright lights shining from all directions. Instead of lighting area the newer lights seem to be a focused beam that is blinding.”
NHTSA complaint #10692888, filed 2015-03, 110,850 miles“Center-vehicle mounted rear brake light melted its plastic housing which melted the wiring and mounts used to power the two lightbulbs in the center brake light, resulting in no functioning center brake light. This also made the interior light fall out of the roof as it is attached to the same plastic housing. Only apparent fix is to replace the entire old melted center brake light housing with a new one. Occurred under normal use with manufacturer recommended light bulbs in use.”
NHTSA complaint #10957191, filed 2017-02, 10,500 miles“Left rear brake light failure, if the multifunction switch on the steering column is held just right the brake will function periodically. Indicating an open circuit in the wiper, cruise turn signal control. Dealer say it is a 400.00 repair. Gm says it is not covered under any recalls. Like the blazers, malibu's and olds.”
NHTSA complaint #10249799, filed 2008-11, 112,000 miles“Passlock failed on several occassions. Dealer repaired each time at no charge(warrenty) brakes failed before 15000miles, had to replace both front rotors. Dealer refuses to acknowledge any fault or reimbursement. We beleive that since the millage is so low, the dealer should reimburse us for the repairs.”
NHTSA complaint #10069551, filed 2004-01, 15,040 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 2004-03Related service bulletins
- 10232136Feb 15, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10200151Jun 21, 2021This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10169354Nov 12, 2019This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10155009Dec 13, 2018This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10116874Feb 8, 2016This informational bulletin provides information on exterior lamp condinsation and replacement guidelines
Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 1 | 5% |
| 2003 | 4 | 2% |
| 2002 | 3 | 1% |
| 2001 | 7 | 2% |
| 2000 | 16 | 3% |
| 1999 | 7 | 3% |
| 1998 | 8 | 1% |
| 1997 | 7 | 1% |
| 1996 | 21 | 3% |
| 1995 | 12 | 1% |
| 1994 | 10 | 1% |
| 1991 | 3 | 2% |
| 1989 | 1 | 2% |
| 1987 | 2 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2000 Chevrolet S10
105 complaintsBody and structure
93 complaintsSeats
55 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
46 complaintsEngine cooling
30 complaintsAir bags
29 complaintsFuel system
29 complaintsElectrical system
26 complaintsSuspension
19 complaintsVehicle speed control
17 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 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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