1999 Chevrolet Pickup
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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 |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1994 | 58 |
| 1995 | 79 |
| 1996 | 60 |
| 1997 | 75 |
| 1998 | 50 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 32 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 10 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
33% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 13 distinct reports on file.
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ABS ELECTRONIC MODULE FAILS. WELL DOCUMENTED PART FAILURE. VERY EXPENSIVE, SO MOST GO UNREPAIRED, I.E. UNPLUG ABS SYSTEM.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20020923
THE EBCM MODULE FOR THE ANTI LOCKING BRAKES HAS A CIRCUIT THAT IS STUCK OPEN, THUS RENDERING MY ABS INOPERABLE ON MY TRUCK. THE SERVICE DIRECTOR AT SIR WALTER CHEV.
NHTSA ODI report, 20020826
10% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file.
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THE EBCM MODULE FOR THE ANTI LOCKING BRAKES HAS A CIRCUIT THAT IS STUCK OPEN, THUS RENDERING MY ABS INOPERABLE ON MY TRUCK. THE SERVICE DIRECTOR AT SIR WALTER CHEV.
NHTSA ODI report, 20020826
ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ACCELERATION WHILE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. ON ONE INCIDENT THE VEHICLE ROLLED ABOUT 3 FEET KNOCKING THE OWNER DOWN, CAUSING NO INJURIES. *YC
NHTSA ODI report, 19990730
8% of complaints: tires — 3 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 2 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
THOTTLE HAS STUCK 15-20 TIMES - VEHICLE HAS BEEN DRIVEN ABOUT 500 TIMES. TWICE IT STUCK AS WE APPROACHED HIGHWAY CROSSSTREET AND ONCE IN ANCHORAGE AT AN INTERSECTION. OTHER TIMES THERE WAS NO TRAFFICE AROUND.
NHTSA ODI report, 20010323
5% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 2 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1999 Chevrolet Pickup — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (3 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1999 Chevrolet Pickup reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1999 Chevrolet Pickup is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Chevrolet Pickup?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Chevrolet Pickup have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.