1991 Chevrolet S10
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 |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1982 | 2 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 22 |
| 1987 | 27 |
| 1988 | 38 |
| 1989 | 49 |
| 1990 | 29 |
| 1991 | 174 |
| 1992 | 180 |
| 1993 | 233 |
| 1994 | 963 |
| 1995 | 910 |
| 1996 | 665 |
| 1997 | 469 |
| 1998 | 613 |
| 1999 | 231 |
| 2000 | 471 |
| 2001 | 308 |
| 2002 | 214 |
| 2003 | 178 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 0 |
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 3 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
47% of complaints: service brakes — 81 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
(1) WHILE SITTING IN HEAVY TRAFFIC AT A STOP LIGHT IN THE CITY. I HAVE A HABIT OF NOT STOPPING CLOSE TO VEHICLES AT STOP LIGHTS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140825
Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
14% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 24 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and engine.
FIRE INJURY12% of complaints: seat belts — 21 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing buckle assembly and retractor.
CRASH INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
DRIVER SHOULDER LAP SEAT BELT FAILED AT THE SHOULDER PART, CORONER REPORT STATED THIS FACT. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950210
10% of complaints: structure — 17 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing door and hinge and attachments.
9% of complaints: electrical system — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator and interior/under dash.
FIRE INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
TL* - THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING HER 1991 CHEVROLET S10 BLAZER WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED THE VEHICLE DECELERATES. THEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR WHILE SHE STILL HAD HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20070118
HEARD A SMALL NOISE INTERIOR TEMPERATURE INCREASED SMOKE COMING FROM HOOD. RESULTING IN THE ALTERNATOR CATCHING ON FIRE. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950209
SAFETY TIMELINE
USE OF IMPROPER PRIMER ON METAL SURFACES OF WINDSHIELD AND SIDE WINDOW OPENINGS COULD CAUSE LOW ADHESION TO THE METAL SURFACE AND WOULD NOT PROVIDE RETENTION REQUIRED BY FMVSS 212.
Remedy: REMOVE AND REINSTALL GLASS USING PROPER PRIMER.
Campaign 90V107000 — check if this car was fixed
NUTS USED TO ATTACH LOWER CONTROL ARMS, REAR SPRING AND SHACKLE, AND REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS DO NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS AND COULD "STRIP".
Remedy: REPLACE LOWER CONTROL ARM ATTACHMENT NUTS AS WELL AS REAR SPRING AND SHACKLE, AND REAR SHOCK ABSORBER NUTS.
Campaign 90V193000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLES HAVE BEEN SHIPPED WITH THE FUEL TANK SENDER SEAL OUT OF POSITION.
Remedy: REPLACE SENDER SEALS.
Campaign 91V108000 — check if this car was fixed
HIGH IDLE FLARE
HIGH IDLE FLARE
THE ENGINE COOLING FAN BLADES BREAK AS A RESULT OF FATIGUE AND/OR VEHICLE INDUCED STRESS.
Remedy: INSTALL A NEWLY DESIGNED FAN ASSEMBLY.
Campaign 93V008000 — check if this car was fixed
ABS BRAKING SYSTEM FAILS
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
ABS BRAKING SYSTEM
THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT LOOSENS AT THE STEERING SHAFT TO STEERING GEAR COUPLING. WITH THIS LOOSENESS, THE YOKE PINCH BOLT CAN WEAR ON THE SPLINES OF THE SHAFT UNTIL THERE IS NO LONGER AN INTE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL RETORQUE THE UPPER AND LOWER BOLTS TO CORRECT SPECIFICATIONS.
Campaign 96V195000 — check if this car was fixed
SEPARATION OF SPARE TIRE FROM VEHICLE
SPARE TIRE SEPARATION FROM VEHICLE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN 4-WHEEL DRIVE PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ABS (ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM) MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 1989 THROUGH AUGUST 1996. UNDER CERTAIN D
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE OR REPAIR THE 4-WHEEL/2-WHEEL DRIVE SWITCH.
Campaign 99V193000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER S
Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
Campaign 06E026000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE N
Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
Campaign 06E049000 — check if this car was fixed
K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH
Remedy: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.
Campaign 08E050000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1991 Chevrolet S10 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (81 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (24 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 90V107000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 90V193000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 91V108000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 93V008000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 96V195000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 99V193000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E026000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E049000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08E050000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1991 Chevrolet S10 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1991 Chevrolet S10 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1991 Chevrolet S10?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Chevrolet S10 have?
9 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.