GMC C/K 1500 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 9, 2014 · 6 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the GMC C/K 1500, across 1 model years (1999–1999). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, air.

GMC C/K 1500 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No C/K 1500 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1999 C/K 1500: 6 complaints, 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 GMC C/K 1500 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Service Brakes, Air210
Structure210
Fuel System, Other110
Service Brakes110

All GMC C/K 1500 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
1999 C/K 150060—Service Brakes, Air

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Frequently asked questions

Which GMC C/K 1500 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1999 (6). 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 GMC C/K 1500?

Service Brakes, Air, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the GMC C/K 1500 have?

0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.