MYRModel Year Report

1998 Chevrolet Z71

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1998 Chevrolet Z71
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:47:04.961Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Z71 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1993: 15 complaints 1993 1994: 15 complaints 1994 1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996 1998: 45 complaints 1998 2002: 24 complaints 2002
1998: 45 complaints
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YearComplaints
199315
199415
19952
19964
199845
200224

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

SERVICE BRAKES 27%

27% of complaints: service brakes — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASH
STEERING 22%

22% of complaints: steering — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tie rod assembly and hose, piping, and connections.

VISIBILITY 20%

20% of complaints: visibility — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing motor and windshield wiper/washer.

FIRE
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WITH TRUCK PARKED--IGNITION OFF-UNOCCUPIED-DRIVER WINDOW 1/2 "OPEN- AWOKE IN MORNING TO FIND ENTIRE INTERIOR OF TRUCK BURNED APPARENTLY OVERNIGHT- ARSON INVESTIGATORS DETERMINED FIRE STARTED IN DRIVERS SIDE DOOR AREA PROBABLY DUE TO RAIN ENTERING...

NHTSA ODI report, 20020920

TIRES 11%

11% of complaints: tires — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tread/belt and sidewall.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 9%

9% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and gasoline.

INJURY
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EXHUAST PIPE IN THE REAR IS VERY SHARP, CONSUMER SUFFERED SEVERE CUTS TO THE KNEE AREA WHILE UNLOADING VEHICLE. ONE CUT HAD TO HVE 16 STICHES. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20000208

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Chevrolet Z71 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (9 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 Chevrolet Z71 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 1998 Chevrolet Z71?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Chevrolet Z71 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.