MYRModel Year Report

1999 Chevrolet Sierra

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1999 Chevrolet Sierra
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:45:48.055Z

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
11

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
9

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
—

Not enough data

Complaints per year

1999: 11 complaints 1999 11 2000: 9 complaints 2000 2001: 9 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2003
1999: 11 complaints 1999 11 2000: 9 complaints 2000 2001: 9 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2003
1999: 11 complaints 1999 11 2000: 9 complaints 2000 2001: 9 complaints 2001 2002: 2 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2003

1999: 11 complaints

View as data table
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.

0 recalls · 9 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2003-06-12Preliminary evaluationClosed 2003-11-03 Steel wheel rim fracture
  2. I
    2003-12-08Preliminary evaluationClosed 2004-04-09 Parking brake failure
  3. I
    2004-02-19Engineering analysisClosed 2004-09-28 Tailgate cable breakage
  4. I
    2004-04-09Engineering analysisClosed 2005-05-10 Parking brake failure
  5. I
    2004-09-28Recall queryClosed 2005-04-14 Tailgate support cable breakage
  6. I
    2005-04-14Engineering analysisClosed 2006-04-11 Tailgate support cables
  7. I
    2005-04-28Preliminary evaluationClosed 2005-09-13 Unwanted low-speed ABS activation
  8. I
    2005-12-20Defect petitionClosed 2006-05-31 Parking brake failure
  9. I
    2011-01-05Engineering analysisClosed 2015-04-08 Brake line corrosion failure

Buy-smart checklist

1999 Chevrolet Sierra — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Service brakes: 8 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.