1995 Chevrolet Silverado
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 |
|---|---|
| 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
35% of complaints: visibility — 91 distinct reports on file.
19% of complaints: visibility — 51 distinct reports on file.
10% of complaints: seats — 25 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
SEAT FRAME FAILED, REPORTED TO MFR ON 12/9/2002 REP SAID THAT NO OTHER INCIDENCES HAD BEEN REPORTED. (NOT TRUE) DEALERSHIP WHERE I RECEIVED ESTIMATE FOR REPAIR ($315.00) SAID THAT THIS IS A VERY COMMON REPAIR (ESTIMATED AT TWO PER DAY AT ONE TIME).
NHTSA ODI report, 20021211
6% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 16 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ABS BRAKES FAILED, PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE, RESULTING IN REAR END COLLISION. ALSO, REPLACE MASTER CYLINDER. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19980106
3% of complaints: air bags — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
CONSUMER STATES THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE VEHICLE WAS IN A HEAD ON COLLISION. CONSUMER STATES THAT BOTH FRONT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20030630
WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 40 MPH VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, THE BRAKES AND THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP , CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SPIN OUT OF CONTROL. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19970717
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 Chevrolet Silverado — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (91 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (51 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seats issues (25 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1995 Chevrolet Silverado reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1995 Chevrolet Silverado is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1995 Chevrolet Silverado?
The most-reported component is visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 Chevrolet Silverado have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.