1998 Chevrolet Silverado Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 4%of 279 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 70,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the body and structure of the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado, 4% of the 279 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 70,000 miles. 1 a fire, 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.
“Consumer indicated that the straps on tailgate were stretched out on one side. As a result, one side was longer than the other side, and could break at anytime. Dealership replaced the straps 3 times, but the problem recurred.”
NHTSA complaint #10061672, filed 2004-03, 5,000 miles“The support cables that retained the tailgate broke while loading a snow trailer, which caused the tailgate to collapse. No injuries to report. The dealer was notified. The dealer informed the consumer that the vehicle was not covered under a recall. The consumer stated that there were no weight restrictions posted for the capacity of the endgate. The consumer was loading a craftsman 5 hp compact snow thrower 165 lbs on the truck. The selling dealer offered to cover the cost of replacing the broken cables at their expense. …”
NHTSA complaint #10108817, filed 2005-03, 13,000 miles“Dt: the contact stated tailgate attachment cables broke in half and the tailgate fell off the vehicle. The hinge and attachments were repaired. The vehicle was also having a problem with the ABS engaging at low speeds of 20 MPH or less. The brake pedal must be depressed several times in order to stop completely. The vehicle has not been seen by a dealer for inspection. The ABS has not been repaired. The contact noticed recalls 04v129000 and 05v379000 online for both problems, but when she contacted the manufacturer she was told this vehicle was not included due to VIN.”
NHTSA complaint #10146776, filed 2006-01, 70,000 miles“While standing on the tailgate the straps broke throwing the consumer onto the back of the cab. The consumer is not included in the NHTSA recall 04v129000.”
NHTSA complaint #10096952, filed 2004-10, 106,690 miles“While standing on the tailgate the straps broke throwing the consumer onto the back of the cab. The consumer's vehicle is not included in the NHTSA recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10096954, filed 2004-10, 106,690 milesBody and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 6 | 5% |
| 2015 | 3 | 4% |
| 2014 | 16 | 13% |
| 2013 | 9 | 14% |
| 2012 | 14 | 21% |
| 2011 | 15 | 20% |
| 2010 | 12 | 19% |
| 2009 | 14 | 18% |
| 2008 | 14 | 9% |
| 2007 | 23 | 13% |
| 2006 | 6 | 3% |
| 2005 | 11 | 3% |
| 2004 | 25 | 4% |
| 2003 | 19 | 3% |
| 2002 | 36 | 5% |
| 2001 | 53 | 6% |
| 2000 | 94 | 7% |
| 1999 | 84 | 5% |
| 1998 | 10 | 4% |
| 1997 | 7 | 3% |
| 1996 | 8 | 4% |
| 1995 | 11 | 4% |
| 1994 | 2 | 1% |
| 1993 | 2 | 3% |
| 1991 | 1 | 6% |
| 1990 | 1 | 4% |
| 1989 | 1 | 5% |
Other parts of the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado
89 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
45 complaintsSteering
21 complaintsElectrical system
20 complaintsTires
16 complaintsEngine cooling
15 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
14 complaintsSeats
13 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsSuspension
11 complaintsExterior lighting
9 complaintsSeat belts
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 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