1998 Chevrolet Tracker recalls & problems
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls for the 1998 Chevrolet Tracker and 10 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is power train (4 reports), followed by electrical system (3). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.
1998 Chevrolet Tracker problems by component
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Electrical System | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Latest owner complaints
Electronic Stability Control · Feb 6, 2004 · LA
Poor stability while driving under windy conditions. Feels as though the vehicle is being blown off the road and that a correction could lead to an "over-correction". Even a light wind (10 kph) causes this feeling.*ak
Engine and Engine Cooling · Sep 23, 2002 · AZ
My vehicle was ruined by a chevy dealership and they will not fix it. I took it for a small oil gasket leak and now the car has no power and another dealership said the gas was in the oil and that my vehicle belongs in a junkyard. I have all the information needed upon request. Nlm
Power Train · Jul 9, 2002 · MI
The transmission, torque converter, lock-up solenoid has failed. This is the second time, the dealer replaced the first under warranty. It is my understanding, this is an emissions/driveability/economy related component. I am now experiencing very poor mileage and the engine seems to be running increasingly poor as well. Driveability seems to be suffering. The dealer states…
Power Train · Jul 9, 2002 · MI
The transmission, torque converter, lock-up solenoid has failed. This is the second time, the dealer replaced the first under warranty. It is my understanding, this is an emissions/driveability/economy related component. I am now experiencing very poor mileage and the engine seems to be running increasingly poor as well. Driveability seems to be suffering. The dealer states…
Power Train · Jul 3, 2002 · NJ
Failure occurred out of warranty time period but well within milage warranty. 3/36 manufacturers warranty. No safety defect listed. *ak
Electrical System · Jun 21, 2002 · VA
The vehicle experienced electrical problems like a flickering dome light and blown out marker light, turn signal also failed. *yh
Engine and Engine Cooling · Jun 21, 2002 · VA
Oxygen sensor blew out and was replaced. *yh
Power Train · Jun 21, 2002 · VA
The vehicle could not shift from the parking gear. *yh
Seat Belts · Feb 14, 2002 · WV
Fabric of both rear seat belts is tearing, seat belts need to be replaced.*ak
Engine and Engine Cooling · Aug 13, 2001 · NJ
While driving engine stalled without warning and lost all power.*ak *jb
Electrical System · Apr 5, 2000 · GA
Blinkers/hazard lights and the air bag light illuminated due to electrical malfunction. *mjs
Structure · Apr 5, 2000 · GA
Design of the vehicle structure causes the vehicle to have poor stability, while driving wind interference causes control difficulty and problems due to light weight of the vehicle. *mjs
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 1998 Chevrolet Tracker have any recalls?
No safety recalls are listed for the 1998 Chevrolet Tracker in NHTSA's recall database. Recalls can still be issued later, so check again by VIN before buying.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Chevrolet Tracker?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are power train (4), electrical system (3), engine and engine cooling (3).