1998 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
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 |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 555 |
| 1998 | 361 |
| 1999 | 587 |
| 2000 | 611 |
| 2001 | 468 |
| 2002 | 509 |
| 2003 | 805 |
| 2004 | 797 |
| 2005 | 525 |
| 2006 | 357 |
| 2007 | 849 |
| 2008 | 912 |
| 2009 | 444 |
| 2010 | 360 |
| 2011 | 562 |
| 2012 | 214 |
| 2013 | 300 |
| 2014 | 1429 |
| 2015 | 1091 |
| 2016 | 787 |
| 2017 | 706 |
| 2018 | 507 |
| 2019 | 1033 |
| 2020 | 686 |
| 2021 | 757 |
| 2022 | 569 |
| 2023 | 344 |
| 2024 | 276 |
| 2025 | 80 |
| 2026 | 52 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
19% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 67 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
MY ANTI-LOCK BRAKES ON MY 1998 CHEVROLET SILVERADO START TO GO INTO THE ANTI-LOCK MODE ON DRY PAVEMENT AT SLOW SPEEDS. THIS STARTED ON ITS OWN LAST JANUARY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20051013
7% of complaints: visibility — 24 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: visibility — 21 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: steering — 18 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: power train — 17 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
THIS VEHICL CAUGHT FIRE AND BURNED AFTER TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS; HYDRAULIC FLUID SUSPECTED AS SOURCE OF FIRE; NO ONE PRESENT AT TIME OF FIRE, THE OWNER HAVING GONE FOR HELP AFTER SHUTTING OFF THE MOTOR AND PARKING THE TRUCK.
NHTSA ODI report, 19990201
SAFETY TIMELINE
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. TH
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
Campaign 07E088000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1998 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (67 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (24 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E088000 (equipment) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.