Most common 1995 Chevrolet 1500 problems
Share of the 134 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chevrolet 1500 complaints by model year
Best 1500 years: 2007, 1996. Years to avoid: 1995. Compare all years →
What 1995 Chevrolet 1500 owners say
Windows, wipers & sunroof all 65 →
Ongoing problem with driver's side power window door would allow windows to go down, and intermittently would not allow them to be returned upwards. Dealer notified and replaced switch, but problem still occurs. Notifed manufacturer and informed consumer that they were unable to do anything at this time. Consumer would have to take vehicle back to dealer when the problem reoccurs. Seeking help from NHTSA in this matter.
Windshield wipers will intermittently cut out and shut off on their own. Chevrolet has not been contacted. The original tires had tread separation and the second set of tires purchased by the consumer as replacement also have tread separation. Tire size p275/60r15. Second set of tires only have 27000 miles on them, tires are Goodyear Eagle gt ii.
Brakes
While driving on local road brakes failed, had to downshift and use emergency brake to stop truck. I found out after investigating, that the brake lines had rusted so badly that the hydraulic pressure blew out the brakeline to the front driverside wheel. Turns out that this is a common problem on Chevy trucks and there has not been a recall yet !!! Does someone have to get hurt or die before this design flaw gets recalled? The brake system is a major safety component of any vehicle, why is the NHTSA not acting on this? The entire brake line system needs replaced before the truck can be driven again.
While driving at 35 MPH another vehicle pulled out in front of the consumer's vehicle. Consumer applied the brakes and the ABS system locked up, causing the consumer to hit the other vehicle. Upon impact, driver's side air bag didn't deploy, and the steering wheel was bent.
Air bags
While stopped in my 1995 Chevrolet silverado 4 wheel drive pickup (short bed, step side) I was re-ended by an SUV (pathfinder) doing approximately 45mph. The truck bed crashed into the cab and and dented it. The driver seat broke, frame bent, etc. The airbag did not deploy.
While driving at 35 MPH another vehicle pulled out in front of the consumer's vehicle. Consumer applied the brakes and the ABS system locked up, causing the consumer to hit the other vehicle. Upon impact, driver's side air bag didn't deploy, and the steering wheel was bent.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 Chevrolet 1500 a good car?
Based on 134 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1995 1500 rates avoid: 16.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the 1500 at the same age. It is one of the 1500 years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Chevrolet 1500?
The windows, wipers & sunroof — 65 complaints, 49% of all complaints for this model year, most often about windshield wiper/washer › motor. Next are the brakes (19) and air bags (16).
How many recalls does the 1995 Chevrolet 1500 have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1995 Chevrolet 1500. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Chevrolet 1500?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2007 and 1996. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1995. See the full Chevrolet 1500 years comparison.
At what mileage do 1995 Chevrolet 1500 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 120,000 miles; 17% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.