1986 Chevrolet S10 vs 1988 Chevrolet S10
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1986 Chevrolet S10 | 1988 Chevrolet S10 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 37 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 3 | 4 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–24 | 14–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet S10 | Chevrolet S10 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 6 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 6 |
| Tires | 2 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 4 |
| Visibility | 2 | 2 |
| Steering | 1 | 3 |
1986 Chevrolet S10
1988 Chevrolet S10
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.