The 1998 Chevrolet C/K Pickup is a pickup truck that came with a choice of 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl and 6.5L 8-cyl engines. At 28 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.
| Body style | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD, Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD |
|---|---|
| Engines | 4.3L 6-cyl, 5.0L 8-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.5L 8-cyl (turbocharged versions available) |
| Transmissions | Automatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline, Diesel |
| Fuel economy | 11–16 city / 16–21 highway / 13–18 combined MPG |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3,700–$6,400 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles) |
| Tailpipe CO₂ | 494–684 grams per mile |
| Versions tested by EPA | 18 configurations: C1500 Pickup 2WD, Pickup 2500 2WD, K1500 Pickup 4WD |
| Age | 28 years |
Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1998 Chevrolet C/K Pickup. You can confirm with your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Owners have filed 279 complaints about the 1998 Chevrolet C/K Pickup with NHTSA. 16 reports involved a crash and 5 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 12 injuries.
Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.
Manufacturers have filed 17 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 1998 Chevrolet C/K Pickup. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.
Reduced steering effort (diagnose/replace steering wheel position sensor). *kb
Antilock brake (ABS) activation at low speeds. *tt
Diagnosis of cracked or broken transmission case. *tt 2006 and prior cars and light duty trucks. *tt
Replacement of connector when replacing fuel tank module/fuel pump module. *tt
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).
NHTSA opened 2 defect investigations covering the 1998 Chevrolet C/K Pickup.
Tailgate support cables
General motors is conducting a safety recall to remove and replace the tailgate support cables installed in 805,368 model year 1999 and 2000 gmt 800 model vehicles.the model year 1999 and 2000 gmt-800 series vehicles that will be campaigned had contributed a significant majority of the total complaints (87%) and injuri
Tailgate support cable breakage
Odi is upgrading rq04-010 and opening an engineering analysis to further investigate the tailgate support cables installed in 1998, 1999, and partial year 2000 silverados and sierras (c/k models).general motors is conducting recall campaign 04v-129 to replace the tailgate support cables originally installed in certain
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It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.
Yes. We buy 1998 C/K Pickups that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.
Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.
Data retrieved October 2026.
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