MYRModel Year Report

1986 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck

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1986 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:03:30.450Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
4

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1986

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1980: 1 complaint 1980 1981: 2 complaints 1982: 1 complaint 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 3 complaints 1985: 5 complaints 1986: 4 complaints 1986 4 1987: 4 complaints 1988: 15 complaints 1989: 14 complaints 1989 1990: 11 complaints 1991: 13 complaints 1992: 13 complaints 1992 1993: 13 complaints 1994: 37 complaints 1995: 53 complaints 1995 1996: 49 complaints 1997: 48 complaints 1998: 33 complaints 1998 1999: 35 complaints 2000: 19 complaints 2001: 21 complaints 2001 2002: 37 complaints 2003: 40 complaints
1980: 1 complaint 1980 1981: 2 complaints 1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1984: 3 complaints 1984 1985: 5 complaints 1986: 4 complaints 1986 4 1987: 4 complaints 1988: 15 complaints 1988 1989: 14 complaints 1990: 11 complaints 1990 1991: 13 complaints 1992: 13 complaints 1992 1993: 13 complaints 1994: 37 complaints 1994 1995: 53 complaints 1996: 49 complaints 1996 1997: 48 complaints 1998: 33 complaints 1998 1999: 35 complaints 2000: 19 complaints 2000 2001: 21 complaints 2002: 37 complaints 2002 2003: 40 complaints
1980: 1 complaint 1980 1981: 2 complaints 1981 1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 3 complaints 1984 1985: 5 complaints 1985 1986: 4 complaints 1986 4 1987: 4 complaints 1987 1988: 15 complaints 1988 1989: 14 complaints 1989 1990: 11 complaints 1990 1991: 13 complaints 1991 1992: 13 complaints 1992 1993: 13 complaints 1993 1994: 37 complaints 1994 1995: 53 complaints 1995 1996: 49 complaints 1996 1997: 48 complaints 1997 1998: 33 complaints 1998 1999: 35 complaints 1999 2000: 19 complaints 2000 2001: 21 complaints 2001 2002: 37 complaints 2002 2003: 40 complaints 2003

1986: 4 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19801
19812
19821
19831
19843
19855
19864
19874
198815
198914
199011
199113
199213
199313
199437
199553
199649
199748
199833
199935
200019
200121
200237
200340

Known problem areas

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel system, gasoline

2 of 4 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.

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The vehicle was equipped with two highly dangerous explosive side saddle fuel tanks that have taken the life of many.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-04

Fuel tank mounted outside of frame.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-03-10

Tires

1 of 4 total reports mentions: tires.

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The firestone steeltex radial R4S LT235/85R16 m/s on the rear of the vehicle bounces and appears to be out of round, one front tire is not flat across but rounded (Bubble), the tires have approximately 15-20,000 miles on them and have tread left.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-12-19

Electrical system

1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood.

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No summary listed for abov evehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-05-19

Safety timeline

1 recall · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1986-05-15Exterior lighting86V056000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    1992-08-17Defect petitionClosed 1992-12-08 Fuel tank position
  3. I
    1996-01-02Defect petitionClosed 1996-02-09 Gas tank guard

Buy-smart checklist

1986 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, gasoline: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 86V056000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1986 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck 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 1986 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1986 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck 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.