MYRModel Year Report

1986 Chevrolet K15

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1986 Chevrolet K15
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:56:31.222Z

Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
1

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1986

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 0 complaints 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1 1988: 10 complaints 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 6 complaints 1991: 9 complaints 1991 1992: 11 complaints 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 29 complaints 1995: 38 complaints 1995 1996: 7 complaints
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1 1988: 10 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 6 complaints 1990 1991: 9 complaints 1991 1992: 11 complaints 1992 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 29 complaints 1994 1995: 38 complaints 1995 1996: 7 complaints 1996
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 1 complaint 1986 1 1988: 10 complaints 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 6 complaints 1990 1991: 9 complaints 1991 1992: 11 complaints 1992 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 29 complaints 1994 1995: 38 complaints 1995 1996: 7 complaints 1996

1986: 1 complaint

View as data table
YearComplaints
19810
19821
19830
19840
19850
19861
198810
19892
19906
19919
199211
199315
199429
199538
19967

Known problem areas

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Visibility

1 of 1 total report mentions: visibility, most commonly citing exterior.

Show complaint excerpts

Rearview mirror mount attached 2 inches too high restricting mirror use, sunvisors hit mirror when tilted down.

NHTSA ODI report, 2001-06-20

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    1986-05-15Exterior lighting86V131000 The push pull headlight switch may have electrical contacts which allow an intermittent headlight circuit causing headlight to flicker or suddenly go out.

    Remedy: Replace headlight switch as necessary.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. I
    1988-01-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 1988-03-31 Exhaust manifold leaks

Buy-smart checklist

1986 Chevrolet K15 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 86V131000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 Chevrolet K15 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 1986 Chevrolet K15?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1986 Chevrolet K15 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.