1997 GMC C/K Series Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other C/K Series years
- Not enough data 4th of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 GMC C/K Series. That ranks 4th out of 9 C/K Series model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is visibility (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 95,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1997 GMC C/K Series problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 2 | 67% | 95,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 33% | 5,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1997 GMC C/K Series recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Problem: On certain minivans, pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles with certain model-engine combinations, the windshield wiper motor may fail due to cracked solder joints on the controller circuit board. The windshield wipers could work intermittently or not at all.
Risk: If this were to occur during bad weather, driver visibility would be reduced, which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the wiper motor circuit board and cover. Owner notification began on june 19, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, gmc at 1-800-462-8782, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
After driving at a constant moderate speed in a straight line, steering jerks when attempting to make a slight steering adjustment. *tr
Dt: consumer had a problem w ith the windshield wiper motor. Had it fixed at a filling station. He is complaining that his vehicle was not included in the recall and would like a refund. *ak
Windshield wipers quit while going down interstate 40 at 70 mph resulting in five seconds of sheer terror while i could not see beyond my windshield. They then started again and now work purely at their own discretion.*jb
Other GMC C/K Series years
← 1996 C/K Series · 1998 C/K Series →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 C/K Series | 4 | 0 |
| 2002 C/K Series | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 C/K Series | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 C/K Series | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 C/K Series | 4 | 1 |
| 1998 C/K Series | 2 | 0 |
| 1997 | 3 | 1 |
| 1996 C/K Series | 4 | 1 |
| 1995 C/K Series | 2 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1997 GMC C/K Series?
Owners most often report visibility, steering problems. The top one, visibility, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1997 GMC C/K Series?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1997 GMC C/K Series a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other C/K Series model years, the 1997 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.