1995 Chevrolet 1500
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
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
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
49% of complaints: visibility — 65 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing motor and windshield wiper/washer.
15% of complaints: service brakes — 20 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING ON LOCAL ROAD BRAKES FAILED, HAD TO DOWNSHIFT AND USE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP TRUCK.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140206
12% of complaints: air bags — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE TRAVELING AT 45 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE MADE AN ILLEGAL TURN, CAUSING CONSUMER TO LOSE CONTROL AND HIT THE OTHER VEHICLE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20030714
WHILE STOPPED IN MY 1995 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 4 WHEEL DRIVE PICKUP (SHORT BED, STEP SIDE) I WAS RE-ENDED BY AN SUV (PATHFINDER) DOING APPROXIMATELY 45MPH. THE TRUCK BED CRASHED INTO THE CAB AND AND DENTED IT. THE DRIVER SEAT BROKE, FRAME BENT, ETC.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030104
WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19970714
10% of complaints: seats — 14 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing power adjust and recliner.
4% of complaints: tires — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tread/belt and sidewall.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Chevrolet 1500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (65 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (16 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1995 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 1995 Chevrolet 1500?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 49% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 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.