1995 Chevrolet K10
Only 18 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 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 18
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1995
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1995: 18 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 2 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1988 | 0 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 2 |
| 1991 | 2 |
| 1992 | 4 |
| 1993 | 4 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 4 |
| 1998 | 4 |
| 1999 | 4 |
| 2000 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 18 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Visibility
9 of 18 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing motor and windshield wiper/washer.
Seats
3 of 18 total reports mention: seats, most commonly citing recliner.
Air bags
3 of 18 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
Show complaint excerpts
During front impact accident . Drivers side air bag did not deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-07-31
Consumer was in an accident, a front end collision, the driver side air bag didn't deploy . Tt one person was injured in accident.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-11-07
Air bag did not deploy, upon impact at 1:00, 55 MPH. Tt
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-02
Service brakes
2 of 18 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1995-10-25Preliminary evaluationClosed 1996-03-22 Steering shaft separations
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1996-04-11Vehicle speed control96V057000 These vehicles were assembled with the throttle cable contacting the dash mat which could bind the throttle. This does not meet with the maximum return times required by federal motor vehicle safety…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for adequate throttle cable to dash mat clearance, and if there is insufficient clearance, cut out a portion of the dash mat to provide proper clearance.
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1996-08-19Seats96E010000 The seat recliner to seat frame attaching bolts on these vehicles could loosen, fatigue and fracture, allowing the seat back to suddenly recline.
Remedy: Dealers will remove all foam and/or fabric sandwiched between the recliner assembly and the seat frame, install washers between the seat recliner and the seat frame at each attachment point, and…
Buy-smart checklist
1995 Chevrolet K10 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Visibility: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Seats: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 96V057000 · Vehicle speed control
- Recall 96E010000 · Seats
FAQ
- Is the 1995 Chevrolet K10 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 1995 Chevrolet K10?
- The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1995 Chevrolet K10 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.