Chevrolet G3500 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file for the Chevrolet G3500, across 3 model years (2004–2008). The 2005 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is fuel system, gasoline.
Chevrolet G3500 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No G3500 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2005 G3500: 2 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2008 G3500: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2004 G3500: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Chevrolet G3500 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Chevrolet G3500 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 G3500 | 1 | 1 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2005 G3500 | 2 | 2 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2004 G3500 | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet G3500 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2005 (2), 2008 (1), 2004 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Chevrolet G3500?
Fuel System, Gasoline, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet G3500 have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.