Chevrolet Conventional Problems by Year
NHTSA has 27 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Chevrolet Conventional, across 6 model years (1995–2003). The 1998 model year has the most complaints (10). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.
Chevrolet Conventional years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Conventional year: 1998. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1998 Conventional: 10 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1997 Conventional: 8 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1999 Conventional: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 1995 Conventional: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2003 Conventional: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 1996 Conventional: 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 Conventional problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Chevrolet Conventional model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Conventional | 1 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 1999 Conventional | 4 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 1998 Conventional | 10 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | Far more complaints than other years |
| 1997 Conventional | 8 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1996 Conventional | 3 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 1995 Conventional | 1 | 0 | — | Visibility |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet Conventional years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 1998 (10) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Conventional year. 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 Conventional?
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 7 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Conventional have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.