GMC C5500 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 8 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the GMC C5500, across 6 model years (2003–2009). The 2005 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.
GMC C5500 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No C5500 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2005 C5500: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2003 C5500: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2008 C5500: 1 complaint, 1 recall
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 C5500 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All GMC C5500 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 C5500 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2008 C5500 | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2007 C5500 | 1 | 1 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2006 C5500 | 1 | 2 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2005 C5500 | 3 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2003 C5500 | 2 | 0 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which GMC C5500 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2005 (3), 2003 (2), 2008 (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 GMC C5500?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the GMC C5500 have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.