1994 Chevrolet C/K Pickups
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
- 52
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Visibility
Campaigns on file for 1994
Opened by NHTSA
67% of complaints
Complaints per year
1994: 52 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 52 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 22 |
| 1997 | 72 |
| 1998 | 78 |
| 1999 | 37 |
| 2000 | 34 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 14 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Visibility
67% · 35 reportsMost commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and motor.
Show complaint excerpts
Windshield wipers fail intermittently. Visability is impaired while driving in rainy conditions, which could result in a crash.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-02
Windshield wipers fail intermittantly.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-02-16
Exterior lighting
12% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing switch and brake lights.
Tires
6% · 3 reportsMost commonly citing tread/belt.
Seat belts
6% · 3 reportsMost commonly citing warning light/devices and buckle assembly.
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1 year ago received recall notice (#95V24100). Dealer is always booked. Not open on saturdays. Only vehicle in family.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-10-07
Seats
4% · 2 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Received recall notice from manufacturer (#96E010000) 1 yr ago. Only vehicle in family & dealer not open on saturdays. Vehicle not repaired due to dealer saying booked for those days. Keep getting notice vehicle not repaired.
NHTSA ODI report, 1997-10-07
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2002-05-31Engineering analysisClosed 2003-07-23 Windshield wiper failure
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2003-06-19Visibility03V159000 On certain minivans, pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles with certain model-engine combinations, the windshield wiper motor may fail due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover. Owner notification began on June 19, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and…
Buy-smart checklist
1994 Chevrolet C/K Pickups — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Visibility: 35 reports on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 03V159000 · Visibility
FAQ
- Is the 1994 Chevrolet C/K Pickups 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 1994 Chevrolet C/K Pickups?
- The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1994 Chevrolet C/K Pickups have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.