Chevrolet Kodiak Problems by Year
NHTSA has 24 owner complaints and 16 safety recalls on file for the Chevrolet Kodiak, across 9 model years (1995–2008). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (10). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.
Chevrolet Kodiak years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Kodiak year: 2007. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 Kodiak: 10 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2004 Kodiak: 5 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2005 Kodiak: 3 complaints, 3 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 1995 Kodiak: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 1996 Kodiak: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2001 Kodiak: 1 complaint, 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 Kodiak problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Chevrolet Kodiak model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Kodiak | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2007 Kodiak | 10 | 5 | — | Structure | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2006 Kodiak | 2 | 5 | — | Power Train | |
| 2005 Kodiak | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 2004 Kodiak | 5 | 5 | — | Power Train | |
| 2003 Kodiak | 1 | 4 | — | Engine | |
| 2001 Kodiak | 1 | 0 | — | Suspension | |
| 1996 Kodiak | 1 | 1 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 1995 Kodiak | 1 | 1 | — | Steering |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet Kodiak years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2007 (10) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Kodiak 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 Kodiak?
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 4 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Kodiak have?
16 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.