1998 Chevrolet Silverado structure problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado — 4% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl*the contact owns a 1998 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that while at an independent mechanic for the replacement of the tires the mechanic noticed corrosion and cracks on the front drivers side frame. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The approximate failure…”
filed Oct 26, 2012
“Dt*: the contact stated while lowering the tailgate, it was noticed the driver side tailgate cable was broken. There is a nhtsa recall, #06v066000, regarding the tailgate cables. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however, it is not included in the recall due to the vin.”
filed Mar 17, 2006
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Structure problems in other Silverado years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Silverado | 6 | 5% |
| 2015 Silverado | 3 | 4% |
| 2014 Silverado | 16 | 13% |
| 2013 Silverado | 9 | 14% |
| 2012 Silverado | 14 | 21% |
| 2011 Silverado | 15 | 20% |
| 2010 Silverado | 12 | 19% |
| 2009 Silverado | 14 | 18% |
| 2008 Silverado | 14 | 9% |
| 2007 Silverado | 23 | 13% |
| 2006 Silverado | 6 | 3% |
| 2005 Silverado | 11 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1998 Chevrolet Silverado
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.