1994 Chevrolet Silverado vs 1996 Chevrolet Silverado
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1994 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 210 | 186 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 5 | 15 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 121,500 mi | 79,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Silverado | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 128 | 73 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 15 | 31 |
| Seats | 23 | 15 |
| Power Train | 7 | 22 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 11 | 12 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 0 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 6 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 6 |
1994 Chevrolet Silverado
1996 Chevrolet Silverado
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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.