1998 Chevrolet GMT-400 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GMT-400 years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Chevrolet GMT-400. That is the most of any GMT-400 model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 25%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1998 Chevrolet GMT-400 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 25% | 220,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1998 Chevrolet GMT-400 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1998 Chevrolet GMT-400.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 1998 Chevrolet GMT-400. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the driverâs and passengerâs side air bags deployed independently. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was…
The contact owns a 1998 Chevrolet Silverado GMT-400. The contact stated that the high blower relay circuit wiring connector melted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer refused to diagnose the failure without a diagnostic test fee being paid. The vehicle was taken to two dealers and…
The wiper motor stops working only works when it wasn't to when it rains i cant drive anywhere to hard to see when it rains which becomes a hazard for other drivers on the road i wrote about this 10 years ago and heard nothing back then so i try again except now it rarely works so i dont drive it…
The concern involves yellowing plastic headlights lenses on all vehicle manufacturers. Visibility is compromised while driving at night. Yes autobody repair shop replaced headlight assembly. No, certain plastic headlight cover lenses yellow/darken/frost with time or driving conditions
Other Chevrolet GMT-400 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 GMT-400 | 3 | 0 |
| 1998 | 4 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Chevrolet GMT-400?
Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, exterior lighting problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Chevrolet GMT-400?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1998 Chevrolet GMT-400 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GMT-400 model years, the 1998 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.