1998 Chevrolet G10
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1998
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1998: 7 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1993 | 2 |
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1995 | 4 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 7 |
Known problem areas
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
3 of 7 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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The cruise control accelerated by its self 3 times to high speed. Had to be turned off manually. Dealer can't duplicate the problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-08-06
Service brakes
2 of 7 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Seat belts
2 of 7 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly and anchorage.
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Seat belt in the rear does not restrain the child safety seat properly.
NHTSA ODI report, 1998-06-24
Exterior lighting
1 of 7 total reports mentions: exterior lighting, most commonly citing tail lights.
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Tail lights are designed too high. Any driver behind consumer with the same size vehicle, using the sun visor would not be able to see the tail lights when approaching uncoming vehicle. Dealer notified.
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-01-28
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1998-03-15Service brakes, hydraulic98V033000 Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and multi-purpose passenger vehicles. One or both front brake rotor/hubs were built with an out-of-specification gray iron that can fail during the…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rotors for a core date of "287" And, if found, replace the rotor.
Buy-smart checklist
1998 Chevrolet G10 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 98V033000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
FAQ
- Is the 1998 Chevrolet G10 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 G10?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 Chevrolet G10 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.