1991 Chevrolet C Series(light)
Only 5 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 5 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 |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 2 |
| 1984 | 2 |
| 1985 | 2 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 27 |
| 1995 | 42 |
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 5 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH1 of 5 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing exterior.
1 of 5 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.
1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.
Show complaint excerpts
IDLER ARM FAILURE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19960222
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1991 Chevrolet C Series(light) — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1991 Chevrolet C Series(light) 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 1991 Chevrolet C Series(light)?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Chevrolet C Series(light) 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.