1998 Chevrolet G Series
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1989 | 3 |
| 1990 | 2 |
| 1991 | 3 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 4 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 3 |
| 2001 | 0 |
| 2002 | 0 |
| 2003 | 0 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 4 total reports mentions: visibility.
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BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR VIBRATE BADLY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO FOCUS ON ANY OBJECT THROUGH THE MIRRORS.
NHTSA ODI report, 19990222
1 of 4 total reports mentions: tires.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ONE OF SEVERAL FAILURES WE EXPERIENCED WITH THIS TIRE. ALL TIRES FAILED ON THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE TIRES SEPERATED AND THE TREAD COME OFF THE CASING OF THE TIRE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20000824
1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
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ABS FAILURE WHEN APPLYING BRAKES, BRAKE PEDAL KICKS BACK AND VEHICLE DO NOT STOP WHEN DRIVING OVER A ROUGH SURFACE. YH
NHTSA ODI report, 19991029
1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1998 Chevrolet G Series — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1998 Chevrolet G Series 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 G Series?
The most-reported component is visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Chevrolet G Series 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.