1991 Chevrolet C3500

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1991 Chevrolet C3500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:57:56.752Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
3

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1991

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1989: 7 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1991: 3 complaints 1991 3 1992: 8 complaints 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 18 complaints 1995: 47 complaints 1995 1996: 26 complaints 2018: 0 complaints 2018
1989: 7 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1990 1991: 3 complaints 1991 3 1992: 8 complaints 1992 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 18 complaints 1994 1995: 47 complaints 1995 1996: 26 complaints 1996 2018: 0 complaints 2018
1989: 7 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1990 1991: 3 complaints 1991 3 1992: 8 complaints 1992 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 18 complaints 1994 1995: 47 complaints 1995 1996: 26 complaints 1996 2018: 0 complaints 2018

1991: 3 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19880
19897
19905
19913
19928
199315
199418
199547
199626
20180

Known problem areas

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Tires

1 of 3 total reports mentions: tires.

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While driving at 55 MPH rear left tire blew out. 500 miles later the left rear tire blew out. The tire was shipped to the manufacturer was indicated that they could not find a cause for the tire blow out.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-29

Structure

1 of 3 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing frame and members.

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Frame cracked.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-11-06

Power train

1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing gear position indication (prndl).

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Reverse/drive gears failed.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-10-29

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing…

    Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).

Buy-smart checklist

1991 Chevrolet C3500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline

FAQ

Is the 1991 Chevrolet C3500 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 C3500?
The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Chevrolet C3500 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.