1992 Chevrolet C3500
Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1992
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1992: 8 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 3 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 47 |
| 1996 | 26 |
| 2018 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
3 of 8 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
3 of 8 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing seal and gear position indication (prndl).
Visibility
1 of 8 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer.
Tires
1 of 8 total reports mentions: tires.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 1992 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 equipped with General Tires, Tire Line: Grabbers ATX, Tire Size: 245/75/R16, DOT Number: P511. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being driven, the tires were vibrating.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-03-08
Structure
1 of 8 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing frame and members.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1992-04-09Service brakes, hydraulic92V056000 The pivot bolt holding the brake pedal to its support bracket may be improperly tightened and may not have engaged the locking material on the bolt. The bolt can disengage from the nut.
Remedy: Dealers should inspect the hand started brake pedal bolts and torque them to specification.
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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
1992 Chevrolet C3500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 92V056000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 1992 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 1992 Chevrolet C3500?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1992 Chevrolet C3500 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.