1995 Chevrolet C3500: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 47 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is fuel system, gasoline (17% of complaints); the 1993 and 1994 and 1996 model years look more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall May 2006
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 47 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Tl* the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet c3500 equipped with achilles desert hawk a/p tires, size lt225/75r16. While driving 70 mph, the vehicle suddenly shook violently. The vehicle was merged to the side of the road. After inspecting the vehicle, the contact found that the rear passenger side tire sidewall thread separated and a bubble had developed. The dealer advised that the tire production date (4511) was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 12t006000 (tires). The tire was replaced. The vehicle failure mileage was 193,000. The tire failure mileage was 100,000.”Owner report · Tires · Sep 2014
“Tl* the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet c3500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, vehicle stalled without warning. The failure recurred multiple times and the vehicle was restarted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the injection pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000. The VIN was unavailable.”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Jul 2011
“Both engine head gaskets cracked. As a result, water seeped into the engine which burned white smoke. *ak the consumer was told that this was a common problem in 95 diesel 6.5 engines between 130k miles and 140k miles. (this was a metal problem) *sc *jb”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Dec 2003
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“Problems with steering on 1995 chevrolet c3500 crew cab pickup. *mr while traveling on the highway, the steering wheel started to vibrate then moved from side to side. The consumer felt that he was going to lose control of the vehicle. As the consumer slowed to stop, it was difficult to hold the steering wheel as it rocked back and forth from side to side. The front end of the vehicle obviously swayed back and forth as well. When the consumer was able to inspect the vehicle, he found that the driver's side front tire had ballooned along with sidewall and tread damage. *sc *jb”Owner report · Tires · May 2003
“Driver's seat bracket is broken. He was told that these seats break all the time.*ak consumer stated it is the seat mounting bracket. *tt”Owner report · Seats · May 2001
“While driving at 65 mph brakes locked up, causing consumer to lose control of vehicle. Consumer ran into a ditch and vehicle rolled over. Dealer is aware of the problem. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jun 1999
“Brake switch light does not operate properly. Repairwork done at owner's expense, dealer could not remedy problem. Provide further information. *ak”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Feb 1999
“The windshield wiper motor malfunctioned, may cause visibility problem and could result in an accident. There is a recall for chevrolet pickup, but not for c3500 which is having the same problem. Please provide further information. *ak”Owner report · Visibility · Nov 1998
“Rear axle seals are leaking causing the brake pads to saturate, resulting in brake failure. *ak this problem has occured twice without warning, once while traveling and towing a travel trailer. *nlm”Owner report · Power Train · Sep 1998
“While driving the vehicle shuts off. Owner took vehicle to the dealer and had the fuel injection pump replaced. Owner states that when going up a hill the vehicle backs up. Owner will take vehicle to the dealership for repair. *ak”Owner report · Fuel System, Gasoline · Mar 1998
When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
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Is the 1995 Chevrolet C3500 reliable?
NHTSA has 47 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1995 Chevrolet C3500. The most complained-about area is fuel system, gasoline (17% of complaints).
At what mileage do 1995 Chevrolet C3500 problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 143,000 miles or less.
Does the 1995 Chevrolet C3500 have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning fuel system, gasoline. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.