Most common 1998 Chevrolet G10 problems
Share of the 7 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chevrolet G10 complaints by model year
Best G10 years: 1997. Compare all years →
1998 Chevrolet G10 recalls (1)
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.
What 1998 Chevrolet G10 owners say
Speed control & acceleration
Driver went to resume cruise control, which was set at 72mph, when vehicle started to accelerate, reaching speeds of 95 MPH, driver had to turn off igniton in order to stop, causing loss of control.
While driving felt down for accelerator pedal and it was not there. The pedal broke off. Replaced the unit but it came loose about a week later.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1998 Chevrolet G10 a good car?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1998 G10 rates average: about as many complaints as a typical year of the G10 at the same age. 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 G10?
The speed control & acceleration — 3 complaints, 43% of all complaints for this model year, most often about accelerator pedal. Next are the seat belts (2) and lights (1).
How many recalls does the 1998 Chevrolet G10 have?
There is 1 recall for the 1998 Chevrolet G10, the most recent from February 17, 1998 (rotor). 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 G10?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 1997. See the full Chevrolet G10 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.