1998 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
This year had 30% to 100% more 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 | 1 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 61 |
| 1998 | 67 |
| 1999 | 47 |
| 2000 | 80 |
| 2001 | 72 |
| 2002 | 50 |
| 2003 | 42 |
| 2004 | 41 |
| 2005 | 46 |
| 2006 | 52 |
| 2007 | 39 |
| 2008 | 31 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 29 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 52 |
| 2016 | 51 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 42 |
| 2021 | 39 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 49 |
| 2025 | 12 |
| 2026 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
51% of complaints: service brakes — 34 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASH INJURY16% of complaints: tires — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tread/belt and sidewall.
12% of complaints: suspension — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front and rear.
10% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing axle assembly and manual transmission.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
CONSUMER STOPPED THE TRUCK AND PUT IT IN PARK ,WENT IN TO HOUSE, AND MINUTES LATER THE TRUCK CHARGED INTO THE BARN, HITTING ANOTHE NEW TRUCK PARKED IN THE BARN. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19981210
9% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing linkages and cruise control.
Show complaint excerpts
FUEL INJECTION PUMP FAILED.....LOSS OF POWER, SUDDEN ACCELERATION WITH NO WARNING, REPLACED UNIT 3X....DEALER STATED THAT WAS THE WAY THEY WERE, SOMETIME HAVING TO INSTALL 2 TO GET IT OUT OF SHOP. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20120504
Also filed under FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
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
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1998 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (34 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 51% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.