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1995 Chevrolet Pickup problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 90 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 4.7 times the median Pickup year — the 1995 model ranks #2 of 17 Pickup years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

The trouble concentrates in one system: visibility & wipers issues account for 40% of all reports (36 of 90), far ahead of brakes at 10.

90

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

4

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

4

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1995 compare to other Pickup years?

Pickup NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted113 complaints1972: 4 complaints1973: 2 complaints1975: 2 complaints1978: 1 complaints1990: 13 complaints1991: 17 complaints1992: 8 complaints1994: 60 complaints1995: 90 complaints1996: 75 complaints1997: 113 complaints1998: 60 complaints1999: 51 complaints2000: 37 complaints2001: 19 complaints2002: 21 complaints2003: 12 complaints
Pickup NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1995 Chevrolet Pickup problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Visibility & Wipers3640%
Brakes1011%
Seats89%
Fuel System78%
Transmission67%
Tires & Wheels67%
Engine56%
Airbags33%
Body & Structure22%
Speed Control22%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)11%
Seat Belts11%
Lighting11%
Electrical System11%
Other11%

Does the 1995 Chevrolet Pickup have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

08E050000LightingAugust 11, 2008 · 1,921 units

Defect

K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Consequence

WITHOUT THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTORS, THE LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY BE AFFECTED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“THERE HAS BEEN 1,557,585 VEHICLES RECALLED FOR THIS SAME PROBLEM UNDER CAMPAIGN 98V150001, BUT MY VEHICLE HAS NO RECALLS ON IT. I HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM AS THOSE, BUT GM WILL NOT REPLACE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. I THINK GM SHOULD REPLACE PARTS WITH NO CHARGE TO ME. I HAVE NOT HAD THE MONEY TO FIX THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers

“CONSUMER DROVE AROUND IN PARKING LOT BEFORE ENTERING TRAFFIC. CONSUMER HEARD BRAKES GRIND AS HE PRESSED BRAKES TO STOP. THE DEALERSHIP HOSELTON CHEVROLET TOLD CONSUMER THAT HE NEEDED ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS. CONSUMER'S TRUCK IS BEING REPAIRED AT THIS TIME. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · October 16, 1997

“FRAME ON DRIVERS SEAT BROKE, CAUSING THE SEAT TO ROCK BACK AND FORTH WHILE DRIVING. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. THIS IS EITHER A DESIGN OR MATERIAL FLAW DUE TO FRAME BREAKING WHILD SLOWING TO A STOP FOR A RED LIGHT. VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN INVOLVED IN A CRASH NOR IN ANY WAY ABUSED. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seats

“THE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM PUMP IS DEFECTIVE, IT HAS BEEN WORKED ON FOUR TIMES. CURRENTLY HAS A INTERMITTENT DEAD SPOT. WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE WILL SHUT DOWN. THERE IS NO PATTERN OR NOTIFICATION AS TO WHEN THIS INCIDENT WILL OCCUR. THE DEALER CANNOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · October 1, 1995

“CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER HAS BEEN REPLACE ON SEVERAL OCATIONS THE TOP DETERIORATES AFTER 2 TO 3 DAYS AFTER THAT THE CLUCH SYSTEM GOES OUT OF SERVICE.*AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · January 12, 2000

1995 Chevrolet Pickup — common questions

Is the 1995 Chevrolet Pickup reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 90 complaints put the 1995 model at #2 of 17 Pickup years. It is one of the Pickup years to avoid.

What are the most common 1995 Pickup problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are visibility & wipers (36 complaints), brakes (10 complaints), seats (8 complaints).

Does the 1995 Chevrolet Pickup have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1995 Chevrolet Pickup. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Chevrolet Pickup years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Pickup years to avoid are 1997, 1995, 1996, 1994, 1998, 1999, 2000. The cleanest record among Pickup years belongs to 1978.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.