1995 Chevrolet Silverado problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
One of the years to avoid
With 331 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 3.0 times the median Silverado year — the 1995 model ranks #10 of 35 Silverado years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Complainants reported 18 injuries in total across these filings.
The trouble concentrates in one system: visibility & wipers issues account for 45% of all reports (149 of 331), far ahead of seats at 34.
331
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
0
Investigations
20
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
18
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 1995 compare to other Silverado years?
What are the most common 1995 Chevrolet Silverado problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility & Wipers | 149 | 45% | — flat |
| Seats | 34 | 10% | ▲ up |
| Brakes | 33 | 10% | ▲ up |
| Transmission | 25 | 8% | ▲ up |
| Engine | 17 | 5% | ▲ up |
| Body & Structure | 11 | 3% | ▲ up |
| Airbags | 10 | 3% | new |
| Electrical System | 9 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Tires & Wheels | 9 | 3% | ▲ up |
| Other | 6 | 2% | ▲ up |
| Suspension | 6 | 2% | ▲ up |
| Fuel System | 6 | 2% | ▼ down |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 1% | — flat |
| Speed Control | 4 | 1% | ▲ up |
| Climate Control (A/C & Heat) | 2 | 1% | ▲ up |
| Latches & Locks | 2 | 1% | new |
| Steering | 2 | 1% | — flat |
| Lighting | 2 | 1% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 35 MPH IN THE RAIN CONSUMER TRIED TO TURN WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON HIGHER SPEED, FROM LOW TO HIGH, WINDSHIELD WIPERS STARTED WORKING THEN STOPPED WITHOUT A REASON. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE CONTACTED. WIPER MOTOR WAS REPLACED, BUT ONLY WORKED AT A LOW SPEED. CIRCUIT BOARD NEEDED…”
“WHEN DRIVING A FRONTAL IMPACT OCCURRED, SEAT AND BELT DID NOT HOLD. ALSO, THE AIR BAG SENSOR WAS CRACKED, AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER CONTACTED AND THEY WILL NOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM. DO NOT HAVE THE APPROPRIATE INFORMATION ON THE PRODUCT TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM. DRIVER WAS INJURED, AND OUT…”
“WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 40 MPH VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, THE BRAKES AND THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP , CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SPIN OUT OF CONTROL. *AK”
“ENGINE JUST FAILS WITHOUT WARNING. FUEL INJECTION PUMP WAS REPLACED LAST YEAR .PUMP WAS REPLACED LAST WEEK, AND AFTER 75 MILES IT FAILED AGAIN. TRUCK AT THE DEALERSHIP AT THIS TIME. *AK THE TRUCK HAS HAD NOT ONLY INJECTOR PUMP FAILURES. STARTER , ALTERNATOR, FUEL PUMP, CLUTCH, PRESSURE PLATE,…”
“VEHICLE EXPERIENCES ONGOING PROBLEM WITH ENGINE STALLING. UNTIL CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO LOCATE THE PROBLEM INVOLVING ELECTRONIC PART BETWEEN FUEL PUMP SHORTING OUT, IT COST CONSUMER WELL OVER $1500.00 BEFORE CORRECTION WAS DONE. ANOTHER PROBLEM INVOLVED THE ELECTRIC WIRING RUNNING UDER DRIVER'S SEAT…”
1995 Chevrolet Silverado — common questions
Is the 1995 Chevrolet Silverado reliable?
NHTSA data argues against it: 331 complaints put the 1995 model at #10 of 35 Silverado years. It is one of the Silverado years to avoid.
What are the most common 1995 Silverado problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are visibility & wipers (149 complaints), seats (34 complaints), brakes (33 complaints).
Does the 1995 Chevrolet Silverado have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1995 Chevrolet Silverado.
Which Chevrolet Silverado years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Silverado years to avoid are 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 1997, 2005, 1998, 1995, 2007, 1994, 1996, 2006, 2008, 2014. The cleanest record among Silverado years belongs to 1987.
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.