1995 Chevrolet K1500
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 10 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 100 |
| 1995 | 118 |
| 1996 | 94 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
44% of complaints: visibility — 52 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing motor and windshield wiper/washer.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORK INTERMITTENLY. TS *JG
NHTSA ODI report, 20021031
CONSUMER'S VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM WITH WINDSHIELD WIPERS AS MENTIONED IN RECALL 98 043 000. BUT, THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL DUE TO VIN. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020904
23% of complaints: seats — 27 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing recliner and power adjust.
CRASH INJURY18% of complaints: service brakes — 21 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURY8% of complaints: air bags — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal and side/window.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
NO DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAG IN ACCIDENT
NHTSA ODI report, 19980323
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
DURING FRONTAL IMPACT THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19970106
6% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and column shift.
SAFETY TIMELINE
DRIVER'S SEAT FRAME FAILURE
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. TH
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
Campaign 07E088000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Chevrolet K1500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (52 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seats issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E088000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1995 Chevrolet K1500 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 K1500?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Chevrolet K1500 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.