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2003 Chevrolet S-10 2WD

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2003 Chevrolet S-10 – front Unverified
Photo: 2002 Chevrolet S-10 LS in Light Pewter Metallic, Front Right, 12-15-2021 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the second generation (1994–2004); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 2002 Chevrolet S-10 LS in Light Pewter Metallic, Front Right, 12-15-2021 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: 2001 Chevrolet S-10 LS Xtreme in Summit White, Front Right, 06-09-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: 1997 Chevrolet S10 Lowrider by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: Chevrolet S-10 pickup by Bene Riobó, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: 1996 Chevrolet S-10 2WD LS extended cab, rear left, 07-20-2024 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2003 Chevrolet S-10 2WD is a 120-hp 2.2-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $15,405 MSRP.

It makes 120 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 140 lb-ft of torque at 3600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway.

The S-10 measures 190.0 inches long on a 108.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,016 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypePickup
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$15,405 ($27,210 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.2L Flex Fuel inline-4
Displacement2.2 L
Horsepower120 hp @ 5,000 rpm
Torque140 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City15 MPG
Highway22 MPG
Tank Capacity18 gal
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15.0 in
Wheels Rear15.0 in
Tires FrontP205/75R15
Tires RearP205/75R15
Dimensions & Weight
Length190 in
Width67.9 in
Height62 in
Wheelbase108.3 in
Ground Clearance7.2 in
Curb Weight3,016 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2003 Chevrolet S-10 Regular Cab
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2003 Chevrolet S-10 Extended Cab: overall not rated

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Chevrolet S-10.

205 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2003 Chevrolet S-10

Owner Complaints

205 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (17 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 12 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Service Brakes37
Structure31
Electrical System24
Hydraulic22
Power Train18
Air Bags17
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 20, 2021 · Air Bags Crash 1 injury
“The contact owned a 2003 Chevrolet S 10. The contact stated that while stopped at a stop sign, another vehicle T-boned his vehicle at a high rate of speed. The contact stated that the air bag did not…”
Oct 17, 2021 · Air Bags, Unknown Or Other, Service Brakes
“Twice now while lightly applying brakes to come to a stop at an intersection the antilock brake system engaged. Since it was unexpected I almost didn't come to a stop in time before rolling into the…”
Aug 21, 2021 · Service Brakes, Engine
“2003 Chevy S10 has been maintained and taking care of. Brakes in rear were sticking due to factory defective ABS control module. Rear wheel bearing gave out and started leaking axle fluid cause of a…”
Sep 22, 2020 · Air Bags, Service Brakes, Fuel/Propulsion System
“TRUCK WAS PURCHASED 7/7/20. SEEMED TO WORK FINE, BUT STARTED NOTICING ENGINE TROUBLE ON 9/10/20. HAD ONLY DRIVEN IT ~150 MILES SINCE PURCHASE, NEVER ANY STRENUOUS DRIVING. TOOK IT IN TO GET SERVICED…”
Jun 20, 2019 · Visibility/Wiper
“THIS IS SECOND VEHICLE OF PREVIOUS COMPLAINT. WE HAVE TWO 2003 CHEVROLET S-10S WHERE THE WIPERS STOP WORKING DURING RAIN. IN MOST CASES DURING HEAVY RAINS WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAYS AND INTERSTATES…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2003 CHEVROLET S-10. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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