1988 Chevrolet C1500 vs 1989 Chevrolet C1500
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1988 Chevrolet C1500 | 1989 Chevrolet C1500 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 32 | 33 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1 | 1 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | 13–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet C1500 | Chevrolet C1500 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 11 | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 4 |
| Power Train | 2 | 5 |
| Steering | 2 | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 1 |
| Suspension | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 0 |
1988 Chevrolet C1500
1989 Chevrolet C1500
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.