VehicleVerdict

Chevrolet 3500 years to avoid

Across 2005–2022, no single 3500 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 2016 drew the most complaints; 2008 the fewest.

22

Total complaints

3

Recall campaigns

2005–2022

Years covered

0

Years to avoid

Complaints by model year

Chevrolet 3500 NHTSA complaints by model year7 complaints2005: 0 complaints2006: 0 complaints2007: 0 complaints2008: 0 complaints2016: 7 complaints2017: 1 complaints2018: 5 complaints2019: 3 complaints2020: 2 complaints2022: 4 complaints
Chevrolet 3500 NHTSA complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Every 3500 year

YearComplaintsRecalls
202240
202020
201930
201850
201710
201670
200801
200701
200603
200502

Common questions

What is the best year for the Chevrolet 3500?

By complaint volume, 2008 has the cleanest NHTSA record among 3500 years with enough data to compare.

How many recalls does the Chevrolet 3500 have?

Across all model years, the 3500 has 3 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 22 consumer complaints on file.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.