1998 Chevrolet Silverado: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado: 0 recalls, 279 owner complaints.
Before 1999, Silverado was a trim level on Chevrolet's C/K pickup, not a separate model. Owners often file these reports under the trim name. For the full picture, also see the .
Recalls
No recalls on file for this model year. Still worth a VIN check.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 5 mention a fire, 12 injuries and 2 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (hydraulic) (84): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (19), noise or vibration (11).
- Visibility (wipers, glass) (45): the most common themes are electrical failure (3), noise or vibration (2).
- Steering (21): the most common themes are steering problems (18).
- Electrical (20): the most common themes are electrical failure (14), fire / smoke (5), stalls / loses power (4).
The 1998 Chevrolet Silverado has 279 owner complaints, ranking #8 of 28 Silverado model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 312). Complaints peaked in 2000 (40 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 73,500 miles. Neighboring years: 1997 (272 complaints, 0 recalls), 1999 (1660 complaints, 5 recalls).
FAQ
Does the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado have any recalls?
NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.
What are the most common 1998 Chevrolet Silverado problems?
Owners have filed 279 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (hydraulic) (84), visibility (wipers, glass) (45), steering (21).
Where can I get a 1998 Chevrolet Silverado repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.