2003 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck
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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1981 | 2 |
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 3 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 4 |
| 1987 | 4 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 35 |
| 1995 | 53 |
| 1996 | 49 |
| 1997 | 48 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1999 | 35 |
| 2000 | 19 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 37 |
| 2003 | 40 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
23% of complaints: electrical system — 9 distinct reports on file.
15% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 5 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING RT.523 TO FLEMINGTON,NJ ,I NEEDED TO USE THE BRAKES TO DECELERATE AND WHEN I PUSHED THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR NO BRAKES [XXX] NEAR REARENDED THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME.
NHTSA ODI report, 20090911
10% of complaints: steering — 4 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: structure — 2 distinct reports on file.
Show complaint excerpts
THE BIGGEST ISSUE WITH THE GROWING NUMBER OF SUV LIKE VEHICLES ON THE ROADS IS THAT YOU CAN'T SEE THROUGH THEM. VERY OFTEN ACCIDENTS BETWEEN NON-SUV CARS ARE CAUSED BY THE FACT THAT THEY CAN'T SEE THROUGH AN SUV.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030226
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
HYDRAULIC PUMP FAILRES
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2003 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (5 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2003 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2003 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck?
The most-reported component is electrical system: instrument cluster/panel, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2003 Chevrolet Chevrolet Truck have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.