1992 Chevrolet 1500
Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1991 | 4 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 14 |
| 1994 | 44 |
| 1995 | 134 |
| 1996 | 20 |
| 2007 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 20 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
7 of 20 total reports mention: seats, most commonly citing recliner and power adjust.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WIFE HIT THE KNOB TO ADJUST THE DRIVER'S SIDE POWER SEAT SMOKE FILLED THE COMPARTMENT. ALL THE WIRING ON THE SEAT CAUGHT ON FIRE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19990903
WHILE DRIVING PASSENGER'S SIDE SEATBACK COLLAPSED, CAUSING INJURIES TO WIFE. DEALER WAS PREVIOUSLY NOTIFIED, AND THE PROBLEM WAS SUPPOSED TO BE RESOLVED.
NHTSA ODI report, 19990819
7 of 20 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing motor and windshield wiper/washer.
3 of 20 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt and temporary/emergency spare tire.
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WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH THE UNDER BODY SPARE MOUNTING DISINTEGRATED. AS A RESULT, THE SPARE TIRE FELL OUT INTO THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET. *AK *SC *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20040706
I WOULD LIKE TO REPORT A TIRE TREAD SEPARATION AND BLOW OUT ON A UNI ROYAL TIGER PAW XTM, P235/75 R15 TIRE WITH 3/16" TREAD REMAINING. THE DOT IS AVHL AA 481. OTHER NUMBERS ON THE TIRE ARE: ITEM 4165, E24405, D117C, 89C, 89B, 89A, 3452.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030801
1 of 20 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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THROTTLE: DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AND THE THROTTLE STICKS,C AN'T GET IT TO RELEASE . CAUSE OF PROBLEM IS UNKNOWN. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19970422
1 of 20 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1992 Chevrolet 1500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for seats issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (3 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1992 Chevrolet 1500 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1992 Chevrolet 1500?
The most-reported component is seats, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1992 Chevrolet 1500 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.