1991 Chevrolet Silverado
Only 17 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 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 2 |
| 1982 | 2 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 3 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 40 |
| 1993 | 69 |
| 1994 | 210 |
| 1995 | 263 |
| 1996 | 186 |
| 1997 | 272 |
| 1998 | 279 |
| 1999 | 1660 |
| 2000 | 1305 |
| 2001 | 877 |
| 2002 | 710 |
| 2003 | 695 |
| 2004 | 622 |
| 2005 | 316 |
| 2006 | 182 |
| 2007 | 183 |
| 2008 | 162 |
| 2009 | 76 |
| 2010 | 62 |
| 2011 | 75 |
| 2012 | 68 |
| 2013 | 64 |
| 2014 | 124 |
| 2015 | 76 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 125 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 17 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
7 of 17 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES WHILE DRIVING THE BRAKES CATCH THEN THE ABS COMES ON AND THE BRAKES PULSE AND GO TO THE FLOOR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171122
2 of 17 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing motor and exterior.
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WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY, THE GLASS ON THE OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE CAME OFF AND FLEW BACK AND HIT THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR. THE DAMAGE HAS BEEN CORRECTED. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19980505
2 of 17 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing retractor and buckle assembly.
1 of 17 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing frame and members.
1 of 17 total reports mentions: steering, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1991 Chevrolet Silverado — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (2 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1991 Chevrolet Silverado 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 1991 Chevrolet Silverado?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 Chevrolet Silverado have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-15 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.