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1986-1996 · 7 model years

Chevrolet C25 Problems by year

Owners have filed 25 complaints about the Chevrolet C25 across 7 model years, and it has 2 recalls. The 1995 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (11). The most reported problem area is the brakes, followed by the seats & seat belts.

Most complaints for its age199511 complaints · 0 recallsSee the 1995
Complaints
25
Recalls
2
Crashes
6
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Deaths
0

C25 complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
19962000BrakesB
199511050BrakesF
19936010Seats & seat beltsF
19900100-C
19893000BrakesC
19883000Seats & seat beltsC
19860100-C

Most common C25 problems

Chevrolet C25 recalls 2

Latest C25 complaints

1988 Chevrolet C25Visibility & wipers

Windshield wipers will not work at any speed except high during wet weather and occasionally will not work at all. However they work fine in dry weather. It shows the same symptons as 94-95 chevrolet astro van. Just recieved recall on that one. Shop could not duplicate problem. And said it has same circuit board as the astro. *Ak

Filed Incident VisibilityNHTSA 10045404
1988 Chevrolet C25Wheels & tires

Six tires purchased on june 17, 1998. Three of these tires have experienced tread separation with less than 15,000 miles on the tire. First incident: august 2, 2001, tread separated from tire leaving its debris on i-10 between phoenix and tucson. Vehicle speed approximately 80 mph. Second incident: august 16, 2001, tread began to separate leaving a bulge on the tread, on i-17 in phoenix. Vehicle speed approximately 70 mph. Third incident: june 21, 2002, tread seperated leaving bulge on tread, on us 60...

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between mesa and florence junction. Vehicle speed approximately 65 mph. Retained damaged incident #3 tire. Incident #1 & #2 tires were traded for replacement. Three tires from orginal purchase remain to fail at a future date.*Ak

Filed Incident TiresNHTSA 763710
1995 Chevrolet C25Visibility & wipers

Intermittently the windshield wipers become inoperable, obstructing the view of the driver. A recall has been issued on similar makes/models. However, this vehicle was not included due to vin. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified. *Ak

Filed VisibilityNHTSA 853268
1995 Chevrolet C25Acceleration & cruise control

Engine would rev up to 1700 & the throttle would be sticking. Took to 4 different dealers & had different parts replaced. Its an intermittent problem that still exists. *Akthe problem starts after driving at highway speeds for a period of time, this problem makes it hard to stop when towing a vehicle. *Nlm

Filed Incident Vehicle speed controlNHTSA 831602
1988 Chevrolet C25Seats & seat belts

Locking tabs do not hold the seat locked in upright position. Seat can fold forward if seat belts are used or not.

Filed Incident SeatsNHTSA 535198
1995 Chevrolet C25Fuel system

Intermittent stalling due to fuel injection pump failure. *Ak

Filed Incident Fuel system, gasolineNHTSA 526420

Questions about the Chevrolet C25

Which Chevrolet C25 years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 1995 (11), 1993 (6), 1988 (3). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 1995 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Chevrolet C25 years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 1996 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other C25 years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Chevrolet C25 problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the brakes (7), seats & seat belts (6), acceleration & cruise control (2) most often.

How many recalls does the Chevrolet C25 have?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls across all Chevrolet C25 model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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