Chevrolet C35 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 14, 1998 · 11 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 11 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Chevrolet C35, across 2 model years (1995–1996). The 1995 model year has the most complaints (8). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.

Peak: 1995, with 8 complaints
1995: 8199581996: 319963

n = 11 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Chevrolet C35 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No C35 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1995 C35: 8 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 1996 C35: 3 complaints, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Chevrolet C35 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Service Brakes, Hydraulic420
Fuel System, Gasoline210
Electrical System110
Engine and Engine Cooling110
Power Train110
Steering110
Suspension110
Vehicle Speed Control110

All Chevrolet C35 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
1996 C3530—Engine and Engine Cooling
1995 C3580—Service Brakes, Hydraulic

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Frequently asked questions

Which Chevrolet C35 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1995 (8), 1996 (3). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Chevrolet C35?

Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 4 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Chevrolet C35 have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.