MYRModel Year Report

1993 Chevrolet C3500

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1993 Chevrolet C3500
RENDERED 2026-09-17T05:40:57.059Z

Only 15 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 15 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 C3500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1993 highlighted. 1989: 7 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1991: 3 complaints 1991 1992: 8 complaints 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 18 complaints 1995: 47 complaints 1995 1996: 26 complaints 2018: 0 complaints 2018
1993: 15 complaints
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YearComplaints
19880
19897
19905
19913
19928
199315
199418
199547
199626
20180

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 15 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

7 of 15 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 CHEVROLET C3500 HD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DECELERATE BUT THE BRAKES SUDDENLY FAILED TO RESPOND AND THE POWER STEERING FAILED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130201

Also filed under STEERING

VISIBILITY

4 of 15 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing motor.

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WINDSHIELD WIPERS EXPERIENCED THE SAME DEFECT AS STATED IN RECALL 03V15000; HOWEVER, THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20031014

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 15 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
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WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WITH IGNITION ON, IT TOOK OFF IN REVERSE AND HIT A TELEPHONE POLE. VEHICLE GEARS WERE STILL IN PARK. DEALER HAS NOT SEEN VEHICLE. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20000202

TIRES

1 of 15 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

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TIRE TREAD SEPARATION/ DAMAGED REAR FINDER. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20071003

STRUCTURE

1 of 15 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing frame and members.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

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 MANUFACTURE

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).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1993 Chevrolet C3500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1993 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 1993 Chevrolet C3500?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1993 Chevrolet C3500 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.