1998 Chevrolet Silverado seats problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the seats on the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The driver's seat overheated while driving. The driver sustained injuries to both legs. The driver went to the hospital the next day. Driver took vehicle to the dealer, and mechanic determined that the left seat needed to be replaced. *ak the consumer stated that the tailgate cables failed twice…”
filed Feb 8, 2005
“While driving, the consumer applied the brakes and pedal went to the floor. The passenger's side front seat collapsed backward. The consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it home. The consumer contacted the dealer for a appointment and inspection. *ak the driver's seat…”
filed Oct 5, 2004
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Seats problems in other Silverado years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Silverado | 1 | 1% |
| 2015 Silverado | 5 | 7% |
| 2014 Silverado | 7 | 6% |
| 2013 Silverado | 1 | 2% |
| 2012 Silverado | 2 | 3% |
| 2011 Silverado | 2 | 3% |
| 2007 Silverado | 1 | 1% |
| 2006 Silverado | 4 | 2% |
| 2005 Silverado | 2 | 1% |
| 2004 Silverado | 6 | 1% |
| 2003 Silverado | 6 | 1% |
| 2002 Silverado | 7 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.