Most common 1998 Chevrolet C10 problems
Share of the 1 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chevrolet C10 complaints by model year
Best C10 years: 1998, 1997. Years to avoid: 1995, 1996. Compare all years →
1998 Chevrolet C10 recalls (2)
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Vehicle description: crew cab pickup trucks. The front, inner corner of the fuel tank can contact the body sill either intermittently or constantly. This movement can cause a discernible noise and, over time, can wear a hole in or crack the fuel tank at point of contact.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank for wear and, either install a spacer between the fuel tank and the front crossmember, or if necessary, replace the fuel tank.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and multi-purpose passenger vehicles. One or both front brake rotor/hubs were built with an out-of-specification gray iron that can fail during the life of the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rotors for a core date of "287" and, if found, replace the rotor.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1998 Chevrolet C10 a good car?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the 1998 C10 rates better than average: 82% fewer complaints than a typical year of the C10 at the same age. It is one of the best C10 years by this measure. 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 1998 Chevrolet C10?
The fuel & propulsion system — 1 complaint, 100% of all complaints for this model year, most often about storage › tank assembly.
How many recalls does the 1998 Chevrolet C10 have?
There are 2 recalls for the 1998 Chevrolet C10, the most recent from August 10, 1998 (tank assembly). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Chevrolet C10?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1998 and 1997. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1995 and 1996. See the full Chevrolet C10 years comparison.
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.