1997 Chevrolet S10 vs 1997 Toyota Tacoma
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 | 1997 Chevrolet S10 | 1997 Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 469 | 131 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 63 | 78 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 63 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–23 | 16–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 83,000 mi | 149,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet S10 | Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 113 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 95 | 5 |
| Structure | 20 | 46 |
| Power Train | 49 | 9 |
| Air Bags | 47 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 40 | 1 |
| Suspension | 13 | 24 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 26 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 16 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 16 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 11 | 45 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
1997 Chevrolet S10
1997 Toyota Tacoma
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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.