Chevrolet S10 Pickup Problems by Year
NHTSA has 12 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Chevrolet S10 Pickup, across 2 model years (1995–1996). The 1995 model year has the most complaints (7). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.
Chevrolet S10 Pickup years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No S10 Pickup model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1995 S10 Pickup: 7 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1996 S10 Pickup: 5 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 S10 Pickup problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Chevrolet S10 Pickup model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 S10 Pickup | 5 | 0 | — | Engine | |
| 1995 S10 Pickup | 7 | 0 | — | Air Bags |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet S10 Pickup years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1995 (7), 1996 (5). 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 S10 Pickup?
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet S10 Pickup have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.