MYRModel Year Report

1991 Chevrolet S10

▲ Better than typical
1991 Chevrolet S10
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:50:39.091Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
174
Recalls
9

Campaigns on file for 1991

Investigations
7

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Service brakes

47% of complaints

Complaints per year

1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 2 complaints 1983: 7 complaints 1984: 8 complaints 1985: 11 complaints 1985 1986: 22 complaints 1987: 27 complaints 1988: 38 complaints 1989: 49 complaints 1990: 29 complaints 1991: 174 complaints 1991 174 1992: 180 complaints 1993: 233 complaints 1994: 963 complaints 1995: 910 complaints 1996: 665 complaints 1997: 469 complaints 1997 1998: 613 complaints 1999: 231 complaints 2000: 471 complaints 2001: 308 complaints 2001 2002: 214 complaints 2003: 178 complaints 2004: 21 complaints 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaint 2007: 0 complaints 2016: 1 complaint 2017: 1 complaint 2017 2018: 3 complaints
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 2 complaints 1983: 7 complaints 1983 1984: 8 complaints 1985: 11 complaints 1985 1986: 22 complaints 1987: 27 complaints 1987 1988: 38 complaints 1989: 49 complaints 1989 1990: 29 complaints 1991: 174 complaints 1991 174 1992: 180 complaints 1993: 233 complaints 1993 1994: 963 complaints 1995: 910 complaints 1995 1996: 665 complaints 1997: 469 complaints 1997 1998: 613 complaints 1999: 231 complaints 1999 2000: 471 complaints 2001: 308 complaints 2001 2002: 214 complaints 2003: 178 complaints 2003 2004: 21 complaints 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaint 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2016: 1 complaint 2017: 1 complaint 2017 2018: 3 complaints
1981: 1 complaint 1981 1982: 2 complaints 1983: 7 complaints 1983 1984: 8 complaints 1985: 11 complaints 1985 1986: 22 complaints 1987: 27 complaints 1987 1988: 38 complaints 1989: 49 complaints 1989 1990: 29 complaints 1991: 174 complaints 1991 174 1992: 180 complaints 1993: 233 complaints 1993 1994: 963 complaints 1995: 910 complaints 1995 1996: 665 complaints 1997: 469 complaints 1997 1998: 613 complaints 1999: 231 complaints 1999 2000: 471 complaints 2001: 308 complaints 2001 2002: 214 complaints 2003: 178 complaints 2003 2004: 21 complaints 2005: 0 complaints 2005 2006: 1 complaint 2007: 0 complaints 2007 2016: 1 complaint 2017: 1 complaint 2017 2018: 3 complaints

1991: 174 complaints

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YearComplaints
19811
19822
19837
19848
198511
198622
198727
198838
198949
199029
1991174
1992180
1993233
1994963
1995910
1996665
1997469
1998613
1999231
2000471
2001308
2002214
2003178
200421
20050
20061
20070
20161
20171
20183

Known problem areas

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

Service brakes

47% · 81 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY
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(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, 2014-08-25

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Engine and engine cooling

14% · 24 reports

Most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and engine.

FIREINJURY

Seat belts

12% · 21 reports

Most commonly citing buckle assembly and retractor.

CRASHINJURYDEATH
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Driver shoulder lap seat belt failed at the shoulder part, coroner report stated this fact. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-10

Structure

10% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing door and hinge and attachments.

Electrical system

9% · 16 reports

Most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator and interior/under dash.

FIREINJURYDEATH
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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, 2007-01-18

Heard a small noise interior temperature increased smoke coming from hood. Resulting in the alternator catching on fire. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-09

Safety timeline

9 recalls · 7 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1990-06-15Visibility90V107000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1990-11-27Suspension90V193000 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1991-07-03Fuel system, gasoline91V108000 Vehicles have been shipped with the fuel tank sender seal out of position.

    Remedy: Replace sender seals.

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  4. I
    1992-01-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 1992-05-22 High idle flare
  5. I
    1992-05-22Engineering analysisClosed 1993-05-28 High idle flare
  6. R
    1993-01-15Engine and engine cooling93V008000 The engine cooling fan blades break as a result of fatigue and/or vehicle induced stress.

    Remedy: Install a newly designed fan assembly.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    1994-06-17Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-10-31 ABS braking system fails
  8. I
    1994-07-29Engineering analysisClosed 1996-07-31 Engine compartment fires
  9. I
    1994-10-31Engineering analysisClosed 2000-02-28 ABS braking system
  10. R
    1996-10-08Steering96V195000 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…

    Remedy: Dealers will retorque the upper and lower bolts to correct specifications.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  11. I
    1999-01-15Preliminary evaluationClosed 1999-06-30 Separation of spare tire from vehicle
  12. I
    1999-06-30Engineering analysisClosed 2000-10-20 Spare tire separation from vehicle
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    2000-05-31Service brakes, hydraulic99V193000 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…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace or repair the 4-wheel/2-wheel drive switch.

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  14. R
    2006-04-03Exterior lighting06E026000 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…

    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2006-07-01Exterior lighting06E049000 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…

    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.

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  16. R
    2008-12-17Exterior lighting08E050000 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…

    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1991 Chevrolet S10 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 81 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 24 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 21 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 90V107000 · Visibility
  • Recall 90V193000 · Suspension
  • Recall 91V108000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 93V008000 · Engine and engine cooling
  • Recall 96V195000 · Steering
  • Recall 99V193000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 06E026000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 06E049000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 08E050000 · Exterior lighting
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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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.