MYRModel Year Report

1998 Chevrolet P30

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1998 Chevrolet P30
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:54:45.176Z

Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
9

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1998

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 3 complaints 1987: 3 complaints 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 4 complaints 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 9 complaints 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1997: 0 complaints 1998: 9 complaints 1998 9 1999: 2 complaints
1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 3 complaints 1986 1987: 3 complaints 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 4 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 9 complaints 1994 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1997: 0 complaints 1997 1998: 9 complaints 1998 9 1999: 2 complaints 1999
1985: 2 complaints 1985 1986: 3 complaints 1986 1987: 3 complaints 1987 1988: 0 complaints 1988 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 4 complaints 1992 1993: 3 complaints 1993 1994: 9 complaints 1994 1995: 0 complaints 1995 1996: 0 complaints 1996 1997: 0 complaints 1997 1998: 9 complaints 1998 9 1999: 2 complaints 1999

1998: 9 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19830
19840
19852
19863
19873
19880
19891
19902
19911
19924
19933
19949
19950
19960
19970
19989
19992

Known problem areas

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Parking brake

4 of 9 total reports mention: parking brake, most commonly citing hydraulic and conventional.

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Auto park/emergency brake, system on GM p-30 chassis pressure switch goes out applying the emergency brake either, while moving or parked.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-13

The hydraulic auto park brake system failed. Vehicle had to be repaired twice. On second repair swiches, relays and the pump were replaced. However, problem still exist, the pump runs excessively and the light stays on intermittently.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-01-08

Emergency brake would go off & on while driving. It happens every 2-3 minuets. The light comes on & then would go off. It also can happen while idling. Speed is not a factor. Taking vehicle to dealer.

NHTSA ODI report, 1999-08-12

Service brakes

3 of 9 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

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Tl* the contact owns a 1998 Chevrolet P30 truck. The contact stated that while he driving 20-30 MPH, the automatic braking system (ABS) engaged without warning, causing the vehicle to halt to a complete stop.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-01-03

Steering

1 of 9 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing gear box (other than rack and pinion).

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Power steering gear box comes loose while driving. Dealer has inspected and tightened the gear box twice. *ak the gear box loosened causing front wheels out of alignment and front tires to wear.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-09-11

Fuel system, other

1 of 9 total reports mentions: fuel system, other, most commonly citing fuel gauge system.

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 9 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 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…

    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).

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    2007-11-08Equipment07E088000 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.…

    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.

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Buy-smart checklist

1998 Chevrolet P30 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Parking brake: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 07E088000 · Equipment
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 Chevrolet P30 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 P30?
The most-reported component is parking brake, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Chevrolet P30 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.