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2000 Chevrolet S-10Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 514 owner complaints for the 2000 Chevrolet S-10. Most complaints involve service brakes, hydraulic (104) and structure (97). The EPA rates it 16–23 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
16–23mpg
EPA · 8 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
514
Top: service brakes, hydraulic
Fuel cost / yr
$2,700est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2000 Chevrolet S-10 as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

514 complaints filed with NHTSA · Dec 1999 – May 2024
  1. Service brakes, hydraulic104
  2. Structure97
  3. Seats55
  4. Power train48
  5. Engine and engine cooling33
  6. Electrical system30
  7. Air bags29
  8. Fuel system, gasoline22
  9. Suspension20

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each S-10 model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
1996686
1997469
1998638
1999238
2000514
2001319
2002239
2003205
Crashes reported
55
Fires reported
9
Injuries reported
48
Deaths reported
3
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Service brakes, hydraulic

104 reports21 crashes1 fire
“2000 CHEVROLET S-10 WHILE DRIVING THE BRAKES JUST GRABBED AND STOPPED THE VEHICLE WHILE ENGINE WAS RUNNING. *MW THE CONSUMER DOES NOT LIKE ABS. THE DEALER STATED IT WAS A SAFETY FEATURE. *JB”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Nov 25, 2014Service brakes, hydraulicODI 10653339

Structure

97 reports3 crashes1 fire
“THE TOP HINGE OF THE DRIVERSIDE DOOR IS WORN ALLOWING AIR AND RAIN TO ENTER THE CABIN. THE SMALL PLASTIC SLEEVE IN THE TOP HINGE APPEARS TO BE BROKEN OR WORN EXCESSIVELY.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Dec 30, 2018StructureODI 11164133

Seats

55 reports1 crash
“THE DRIVER'S SEAT HAS NOT BEEN WORKING PROPERLY FOR SEVERAL MONTHS. THE SEAT WILL NOT STAY LOCKED IN PLACE AND THIS HAS CREATED A DANGEROUS SITUATION, ESPECIALLY IN INTERSECTIONS, WHEN THE TRUCK HAS BEEN IN MOTION. NOW THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES, I'VE BEEN ESPECIALLY CAREFUL & PREPARED TO MOVE THE SEAT BACK FORWARD SO I CAN AGAIN REACH THE PEDALS. MY SOLUTION FOR THE TIME BEING - PLACING A WOODEN 2X4 PIECE BEHIND THE SEAT SO IT WILL STAY FIXED. IT'S WORKING, BUT IT IS VERY INCONVENIENT GETTING INTO OR OUT OF THE SEAT. WILL TRY TO REPAIR OR TAKE TO A SHOP IF A RECALL IS NOT MANDATED.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 15, 2018SeatsODI 11102222
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

8 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Pickup Trucks 2WD, Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
Engines
2.2L 4-cyl · 4.3L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Manual 5-spd · Automatic 4-spd
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
S10 Pickup 2WD
Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.2 L, Gasoline only · Rear-Wheel Drive
202623$2,700386
S10 Pickup 2WD
Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.2 L, Flex Fuel (E85) · Rear-Wheel Drive
192522$2,850404
S10 Pickup 2WD
Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.2 L, Gasoline only · Rear-Wheel Drive
172419$3,300468
S10 Pickup 2WD
Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.2 L, Flex Fuel (E85) · Rear-Wheel Drive
172319$3,300468
S10 Pickup 2WD
Man 5-spd, 6 cyl, 4.3 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
162118$3,450494
S10 Pickup 2WD
Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 4.3 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
152017$3,650523
S10 Pickup 4WD
Man 5-spd, 6 cyl, 4.3 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
152017$3,650523
S10 Pickup 4WD
Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 4.3 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
141916$3,900555
  • S10 Pickup 2WD
    Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.2 L, Gasoline only
    20 city · 26 hwy · $2,700/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • S10 Pickup 2WD
    Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.2 L, Flex Fuel (E85)
    19 city · 25 hwy · $2,850/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • S10 Pickup 2WD
    Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.2 L, Gasoline only
    17 city · 24 hwy · $3,300/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
  • S10 Pickup 2WD
    Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.2 L, Flex Fuel (E85)
    17 city · 23 hwy · $3,300/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
  • S10 Pickup 2WD
    Man 5-spd, 6 cyl, 4.3 L
    16 city · 21 hwy · $3,450/yr
    18
    mpg comb.
  • S10 Pickup 2WD
    Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 4.3 L
    15 city · 20 hwy · $3,650/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
  • S10 Pickup 4WD
    Man 5-spd, 6 cyl, 4.3 L
    15 city · 20 hwy · $3,650/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
  • S10 Pickup 4WD
    Auto 4-spd, 6 cyl, 4.3 L
    14 city · 19 hwy · $3,900/yr
    16
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2000 Chevrolet S-10 as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 4104Vehicle 4094
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2000 S-10 questions

How many recalls does the 2000 Chevrolet S-10 have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.

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

Owners filed 514 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are service brakes, hydraulic (104), structure (97), seats (55). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2000 Chevrolet S-10 get?

The EPA rates the 2000 Chevrolet S-10 at 16–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (8 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026