MYRModel Year Report

1998 Chevrolet Prizm

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1998 Chevrolet Prizm
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:52:38.968Z

Only 27 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 27 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Prizm Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1990: 1 complaints 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1996: 1 complaints 1996 1998: 27 complaints 1998 1999: 36 complaints 1999 2000: 24 complaints 2000 2001: 45 complaints 2001 2002: 19 complaints 2002
1998: 27 complaints
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YearComplaints
19901
19912
19961
199827
199936
200024
200145
200219

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 27 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

7 of 27 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing frontal and side/window.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 CHEVROLET PRIZM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH OVER LOOSE GRAVEL, THE CONTACT TEMPORARILY LOST CONTROL OVER THE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20121211

TIRES

3 of 27 total reports mention: tires.

CRASH
STEERING

3 of 27 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing anti-theft device.

CRASH
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THE CAR ACCELERATES AND DEACCELERATES ON ITS OWN AND CAUSE THE STEERING TO MALFUNCTION.

NHTSA ODI report, 19990208

Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 27 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing starter assembly and horn.

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HORN IS INOPERATIVE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20030611

SEAT BELTS

3 of 27 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing retractor and anchorage.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20100315 — suspension

RIDE CONTROL IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT STRUT MOUNTS BRANDED AS GABRIEL RIDE CONTROL OR ARVINMERITOR, P/NOS. 142435, 142193, 142305, 142303, SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE

Remedy: RIDE CONTROL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT RIDE CONTROL AT 1-248-458-1396.

Campaign 10E002000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Chevrolet Prizm — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 10E002000 (suspension) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 Chevrolet Prizm 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 Prizm?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Chevrolet Prizm have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.