1998 Chevrolet Conventional
Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 3 |
| 1994 | 3 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 4 |
| 2003 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
2 of 10 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.
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WHEN BRAKING CONSUMER WOULD LOSE POWER STEERING. *AK SHORTLY AFTER THE CONSUMER HAD TAKEN POSSESSION OF THE VEHICLE STEERING PROBLEMS STARTED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040114
1 of 10 total reports mentions: visibility.
1 of 10 total reports mentions: visibility.
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DESIGN LOCATION OF THE POWER WINDOW SWITCH CAUSES DRIVER'S KNEE TO INADVERTENTLY HIT THE SWITCH AND THE WINDOW TO GO UP.
NHTSA ODI report, 19990406
1 of 10 total reports mentions: suspension.
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WHILE BRAKING THE VEHICLE FELT AS IF IT HAD LIFTED OFF THE GROUND ABOUT A FOOT THEN PULLED VIOLENTLY TO THE RIGHT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20041130
1 of 10 total reports mentions: structure.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1998 Chevrolet Conventional — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1998 Chevrolet Conventional 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 1998 Chevrolet Conventional?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Chevrolet Conventional 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.