Chevrolet

S-10 (2000)

2000 · Midsize Truck · 5 engines
Best Engine ⚠️ Caution (2.3)
481 NHTSA Complaints
0 Recalls
8 Fire Reports
54 Crash Reports
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Engine Reliability Ratings

L35

4.3L 6-cyl
⚠️ Caution (2.3)
162 complaints 162.0 per year
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Complaint Breakdown

body
53
brakes
29
interior
21
transmission
20
suspension
13

Known Issues

Body/Trim Issues (53 complaints)
Brakes Issues (29 complaints)
Interior Issues (21 complaints)

L43 - Flex fuel

2.2L
⚠️ Caution (2.0)
73 complaints 73.0 per year Gasoline
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

body
18
brakes
16
interior
15
engine
6
electrical
6

Known Issues

Body/Trim Issues (18 complaints)
Brakes Issues (16 complaints)
Interior Issues (15 complaints)

L43

2.2L
Avoid (1.6)
33 complaints 33.0 per year Ethanol (E85)
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

body
9
brakes
8
fuel system
5
other
3
engine
3

Known Issues

Body/Trim Issues (9 complaints)
Brakes Issues (8 complaints)
Fuel System Issues (5 complaints)

LN2

2.2L 4-cyl
Avoid (1.4)
84 complaints 84.0 per year Gasoline
2 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

brakes
26
transmission
11
interior
10
body
10
electrical
9

Known Issues

Brakes Issues (26 complaints)
Transmission Issues (11 complaints)
Interior Issues (10 complaints)

Chevrolet S-10 Unidentified Engine

Avoid (1.0)
122 complaints 122.0 per year
4 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

brakes
25
interior
15
body
15
engine
14
cooling
13

Known Issues

Brakes Issues (25 complaints)
Interior Issues (15 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (15 complaints)
Show 2 additional engine variants with limited data
These engines appear in fewer than 10 owner complaints and aren't included in the main ratings above. Low counts can mean a genuinely clean record, but they can also reflect VIN-decode anomalies in NHTSA data. Treat as informational, not as a confident rating.

L31

5.7L 8-cyl
Recommended (4.1)
5 complaints 5.0 per year
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L29

7.4L 8-cyl
Recommended (4.6)
2 complaints 2.0 per year
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Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Chevrolet S-10 regardless of engine variant.

Brakes Issues (110 complaints)
brakes critical
Body/Trim Issues (105 complaints)
body critical
Interior Issues (61 complaints)
interior critical
Transmission Issues (31 complaints)
transmission critical
Engine Issues (14 complaints)
engine critical

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2000-2000 Chevrolet S-10 problems?

The 2000-2000 Chevrolet S-10 has accumulated 481 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Brakes, Body/Trim, Interior. As with any used vehicle, an inspection before buying and a vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Chevrolet S-10 engine is most reliable?

The 2000-2000 Chevrolet S-10 was offered with 7 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 4.3L 6-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2000-2000 Chevrolet S-10 a good used car?

The 2000-2000 Chevrolet S-10 can be a sound used car depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 481 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2000-2000 Chevrolet S-10 have?

The 2000-2000 Chevrolet S-10 has 481 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2000-2000 Chevrolet S-10?

There are 0 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2000-2000 Chevrolet S-10 vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN — check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Chevrolet S-10?

Before buying a used Chevrolet S-10, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Brakes, Body/Trim, Interior, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Does the S-10 have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2000 Chevrolet S-10. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 481 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-05-23.

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