1986 Chevrolet C35

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1986 Chevrolet C35
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:05:53.769Z

Only 0 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 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet C35 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1981: 0 complaints 1981 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1988: 3 complaints 1988 1990: 1 complaints 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1993: 20 complaints 1993 1994: 14 complaints 1995: 8 complaints 1995 1996: 3 complaints 1996
1986: 0 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
19810
19820
19830
19840
19850
19860
19883
19901
19912
19923
199320
199414
19958
19963

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

No complaint components on file for this model year.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19860515 — exterior lighting

THE PUSH PULL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY HAVE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WHICH ALLOW AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT CIRCUIT CAUSING HEADLIGHT TO FLICKER OR SUDDENLY GO OUT.

Remedy: REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.

Campaign 86V131000 — check if this car was fixed

I 19880114 — PE (closed 19880331)

EXHAUST MANIFOLD LEAKS

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1986 Chevrolet C35 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Verify recall 86V131000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1986 Chevrolet C35 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

How many recalls does the 1986 Chevrolet C35 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.