2000 Chevrolet C/K Pickups

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2000 Chevrolet C/K Pickups
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:41:28.980Z

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
34
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2000

Investigations
6

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Service brakes

56% of complaints

Complaints per year

1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 6 complaints 1992: 7 complaints 1992 1993: 12 complaints 1994: 52 complaints 1994 1995: 23 complaints 1996: 22 complaints 1996 1997: 72 complaints 1998: 78 complaints 1998 1999: 37 complaints 2000: 34 complaints 2000 34 2001: 24 complaints 2002: 14 complaints 2002
1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 6 complaints 1991 1992: 7 complaints 1992 1993: 12 complaints 1993 1994: 52 complaints 1994 1995: 23 complaints 1995 1996: 22 complaints 1996 1997: 72 complaints 1997 1998: 78 complaints 1998 1999: 37 complaints 1999 2000: 34 complaints 2000 34 2001: 24 complaints 2001 2002: 14 complaints 2002
1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 6 complaints 1991 1992: 7 complaints 1992 1993: 12 complaints 1993 1994: 52 complaints 1994 1995: 23 complaints 1995 1996: 22 complaints 1996 1997: 72 complaints 1997 1998: 78 complaints 1998 1999: 37 complaints 1999 2000: 34 complaints 2000 34 2001: 24 complaints 2001 2002: 14 complaints 2002

2000: 34 complaints

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YearComplaints
19901
19916
19927
199312
199452
199523
199622
199772
199878
199937
200034
200124
200214

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Service brakes

56% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

I was involved in a head on collision with another vehicle, a larger GMC dually. I was traveling at 55 MPH when the other vehicle entered my lane at near or equal speed and struck me head on.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-09-16

Also filed under Air bags

Rusted thru break lines.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-09-25

Structure

21% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing underbody shields and hinge and attachments.

Air bags

9% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing sensor/control module.

CRASHINJURY

Vehicle speed control

6% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

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Due to the lack of acceleration contol vehicle brakes are under a strain when stopped at a traffic light.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-15

Steering

6% · 2 reports

Most commonly citing pump and hydraulic power assist system.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 6 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2001-01-08Preliminary evaluationClosed 2001-05-22 Vacuum brake booster
  2. I
    2002-09-25Preliminary evaluationClosed 2003-02-11 Alleged failure of 2ND row seatbelt alr
  3. I
    2003-12-08Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-04-09 Parking brake failure
  4. I
    2004-04-09Engineering analysisClosed 2005-05-10 Parking brake failure
  5. I
    2004-04-30Engineering analysisClosed 2005-02-28 Hydraulic pump failres
  6. R
    2005-02-14Power train05V005000 Some pickup trucks, vans, and sport utility vehicles equipped with a hydraulic pump driveshaft that can fracture, resulting in immediate loss of hydraulic power steering assist. On certain vehicles…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the hydraulic pump. The campaign began on February 14, 2005. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

  7. I
    2005-12-20Defect petitionClosed 2006-05-31 Parking brake failure

Buy-smart checklist

2000 Chevrolet C/K Pickups — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 19 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 05V005000 · Power train

FAQ

Is the 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet C/K Pickups?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 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.