MYRModel Year Report

1999 Chevrolet Sierra

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1999 Chevrolet Sierra
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:43:16.819Z

Only 11 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 11 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 Sierra Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1999: 11 complaints 1999 2000: 9 complaints 2000 2001: 9 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2003
1999: 11 complaints
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YearComplaints
199911
20009
20019
20022
20032

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 11 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

8 of 11 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 11 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing cables and 12v/24v/48v battery.

SUSPENSION

2 of 11 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing non-powered axle assembly.

STEERING

2 of 11 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing shaft pitman.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 11 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20030612 — PE (closed 20031103)

STEEL WHEEL RIM FRACTURE

I 20031208 — PE (closed 20040409)

PARKING BRAKE FAILURE

I 20040219 — EA (closed 20040928)

TAILGATE CABLE BREAKAGE

I 20040409 — EA (closed 20050510)

PARKING BRAKE FAILURE

I 20040928 — RQ (closed 20050414)

TAILGATE SUPPORT CABLE BREAKAGE

I 20050414 — EA (closed 20060411)

TAILGATE SUPPORT CABLES

I 20050428 — PE (closed 20050913)

UNWANTED LOW-SPEED ABS ACTIVATION

I 20051220 — DP (closed 20060531)

PARKING BRAKE FAILURE

I 20110105 — EA (closed 20150408)

Brake line corrosion failure

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Chevrolet Sierra — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1999 Chevrolet Sierra 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 Sierra?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 73% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 Chevrolet Sierra have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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