GMC C35 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 15, 1998 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 9 safety recalls on file for the GMC C35, across 2 model years (1995–1996). The 1996 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is seats.

Peak: 1996, with 3 complaints
1995: 0199501996: 319963

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

GMC C35 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No C35 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1996 C35: 3 complaints, 5 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 C35 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Seats110
Service Brakes, Hydraulic110
Tires110

All GMC C35 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
1996 C3535—Seats
1995 C3507——

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Frequently asked questions

Which GMC C35 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1996 (3). 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 C35?

Seats, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the GMC C35 have?

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