1997 Chevrolet Silverado vs 1998 Chevrolet Silverado
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 | 1997 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 272 | 279 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 15 | 17 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 81,000 mi | 73,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Silverado | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 57 | 84 |
| Visibility | 38 | 45 |
| Steering | 59 | 21 |
| Power Train | 35 | 14 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 20 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 20 | 15 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 20 | 11 |
| Suspension | 19 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Brake problems | 9 | 11 |
| Stalling | 8 | 16 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 12 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 7 |
| Overheating | 0 | 5 |
1997 Chevrolet Silverado
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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.