Chevrolet S Utility Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 23, 2007 · 7 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Chevrolet S Utility, across 3 model years (1996–2002). The 2000 model year has the most complaints (4). The most reported problem area overall is power train.

Peak: 2000, with 4 complaints
1996: 0199602000: 4200042002: 320023

n = 7 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Chevrolet S Utility years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

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

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2000 S Utility: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 2002 S Utility: 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 S Utility problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Power Train220
Service Brakes, Hydraulic210
Steering220
Parking Brake110

All Chevrolet S Utility model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2002 S Utility30—Parking Brake
2000 S Utility40—Service Brakes, Hydraulic
1996 S Utility00——

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Frequently asked questions

Which Chevrolet S Utility years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2000 (4), 2002 (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 S Utility?

Power Train, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the Chevrolet S Utility have?

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