1994 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck

● Typical for this model
1994 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:03:36.874Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

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.

Complaints
37
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1994

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Visibility

35% of complaints

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 1987: 4 complaints 1988: 15 complaints 1989: 14 complaints 1989 1990: 11 complaints 1991: 13 complaints 1992: 13 complaints 1993: 13 complaints 1994: 37 complaints 1994 37 1995: 53 complaints 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 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 37 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 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 37 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

1994: 37 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

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Visibility

35% · 13 reports

Most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and motor.

Show complaint excerpts

Windshield wipers stop working while driving.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-01-18

While driving approximately 55 MPH, the windshield wipers stopped operating during inclement weather, causing poor visibility. The cause of the problem had not been determined. *ak the consumer suggest there may be a recall for there vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-10-14

Windshield wipers ocassionally do not work.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-07

Service brakes

24% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

Fuel system, gasoline

16% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing fuel injection system and fuel pump.

Engine and engine cooling

14% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

Power train

11% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing constant velocity joint and pedal/hand lever(motorcycle).

Show complaint excerpts

Right front axle cv joint failed.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-09

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    1997-10-06SQClosed 1997-11-19 Unintended release of the rear hatch
  2. R
    2006-05-10Exterior lighting06E040000 Certain e speed racing combination lamps sold as replacement equipment for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors…

    Remedy: E speed racing will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began May 10, 2006. Owners may contact e speed racing 909-923-3636.

Buy-smart checklist

1994 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Visibility: 13 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E040000 · Exterior lighting

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FAQ

Is the 1994 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 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.