1998 Chevrolet Prizm Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Prizm years
- About as many complaints as other years 3rd of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Chevrolet Prizm. That ranks 3rd out of 6 Prizm model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (6 complaints, 22%), typically at around 125,000 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 27owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 6complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1998 Chevrolet Prizm 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 | 6 | 22% | 125,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 11% | 34,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 11% | 150,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 4% | 132,900 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1998 Chevrolet Prizm recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1998 Chevrolet Prizm.
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Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 chevrolet prizm. The contact stated that while driving 45 mph over loose gravel, the contact temporarily lost control over the vehicle. The contact then attempted to regain control but ended up over steering, causing the vehicle to roll over several times before coming…
Tl* the contact owns a 1998 chevrolet prizm. The contact stated that the driver and passenger seat belt receptacles failed and the seat belts could not be locked. The dealer advised that the receptacle was no longer available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer also advised the contact…
I bought my 98 chevy prizm in oct. 1999. Within a couple years the door handles started to break, one after another. I tried to get chevrolet to repair them when 2 handles were broke, and when 5 were broke, said i need diagnosis, costs money, i dont have, now 8 are broken. My car is a death trap!!
1st time: automatic transmission failure, total internal, at around 63000 miles, early summer 2000. Called chevrolet for request assistance for repair, request denied. Maintenance done per schedule. Replaced with used transmission with 6000 miles on it. 2nd time: automatic transmission failure…
Horn is inoperative. Dealer notified. *ak
Other Chevrolet Prizm years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 Prizm | 19 | 0 |
| 2001 Prizm | 45 | 0 |
| 2000 Prizm | 24 | 0 |
| 1999 Prizm | 36 | 0 |
| 1998 | 27 | 0 |
| 1996 Prizm | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Chevrolet Prizm?
Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, seat belts problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Chevrolet Prizm?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1998 Chevrolet Prizm a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Prizm model years, the 1998 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.