1989 Chevrolet S10 vs 1991 Chevrolet S10
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 | 1989 Chevrolet S10 | 1991 Chevrolet S10 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 48 | 174 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 4 | 7 |
| Investigations | 5 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 18 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–22 | 16–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet S10 | Chevrolet S10 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 70 |
| Seat Belts | 10 | 21 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 16 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 18 |
| Structure | 4 | 13 |
| Tires | 6 | 8 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 10 |
| Power Train | 2 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 0 | 15 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 8 |
1989 Chevrolet S10
1991 Chevrolet S10
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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.