1998 Chevrolet S10 vs 1998 Toyota Tacoma
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 | 1998 Chevrolet S10 | 1998 Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 613 | 300 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 91 | 84 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 61 | 49 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–22 | 16–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 71,625 mi | 138,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet S10 | Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 200 | 5 |
| Structure | 39 | 98 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 67 | 17 |
| Air Bags | 37 | 46 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 51 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 50 | 5 |
| Suspension | 24 | 28 |
| Power Train | 40 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 23 | 84 |
| Stalling | 18 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 7 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 11 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
1998 Chevrolet S10
1998 Toyota Tacoma
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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.