MYRModel Year Report

1999 Chevrolet Prizm

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1999 Chevrolet Prizm
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:46:20.891Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
36
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1999

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Air bags

31% of complaints

Complaints per year

1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1996: 1 complaint 1996 1998: 27 complaints 1998 1999: 36 complaints 1999 36 2000: 24 complaints 2000 2001: 45 complaints 2001 2002: 19 complaints 2002
1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1996: 1 complaint 1996 1998: 27 complaints 1998 1999: 36 complaints 1999 36 2000: 24 complaints 2000 2001: 45 complaints 2001 2002: 19 complaints 2002
1990: 1 complaint 1990 1991: 2 complaints 1991 1996: 1 complaint 1996 1998: 27 complaints 1998 1999: 36 complaints 1999 36 2000: 24 complaints 2000 2001: 45 complaints 2001 2002: 19 complaints 2002

1999: 36 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19901
19912
19961
199827
199936
200024
200145
200219

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Air bags

31% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.

CRASHINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

I was driving to help a friend move about 4 block from my apartment complex on Thursday 18TH July at approximately 12:20PM.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-07-20

Also filed under Exterior lighting and structure

My airbags did not deploy during my mva,causing me extensive problems.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-05-14

Vehicle was involved in a frontal collision. Upon impact, airbags did not deploy, resulting in minor injury.

NHTSA ODI report, 2001-03-30

Electrical system

17% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and alternator/generator/regulator.

FIRE

Exterior lighting

17% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing headlights and turn signal.

CRASH
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At 70 miles/hour my General Motors power steering assist was on full assist and caused an accident.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-03

Also filed under Steering and structure

Engine and engine cooling

14% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and engine.

FIRE

Tires

6% · 2 reports
CRASH

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

  1. R
    2010-03-15Suspension10E002000 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…

    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1999 Chevrolet Prizm — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Air bags: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 10E002000 · Suspension
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 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 1999 Chevrolet Prizm?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Chevrolet Prizm 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.