1998 GMC Envoy Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Envoy years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 9th of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 GMC Envoy. That ranks 9th out of 15 Envoy model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (3 complaints, 16%), typically at around 61,581 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 19owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1998 GMC Envoy 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 16% | 61,581 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 16% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 16% | 76,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 16% | 77,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 5% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 5% | 128,469 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 5% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 5% | 35,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1998 GMC Envoy recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Structure:body
Problem: Vehicle description: certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impacts." these vehicles have a console cover/armrest cam latch that could release at less than the required load of the standard.
Risk: During a crash, the console cover could open and the cover or items stored under it could injury an occupant.
Fix: Dealers will replace the console latch mechanism.
Exterior lighting
Problem: The daytime running lights were built with a candela value greater than 2,600, are located less than 100mm from the turn signals and hazard warning lamps, and are not deactivated when the turn signal or hazard warning lamps are activated. This does not comply with fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk: This condition would make it difficult for drivers of oncoming vehicles to see the turn signal, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will install a new body control module and reprogram the vehicle with a new calibration that will turn the daytime running lights off when the turn signal or hazard warning flasher is activated.
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.
I was driving on a 4 lane divided highway with multiple stoplights. As a light turned red, i applied the brakes. The brake pedal went to the floor accompanied by the brake warning light and i almost hit the car in front of me. I pulled off into a parking lot and discovered brake fluid leaking in…
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 45mph, the vehicle struck a dip in the road and the rear leaf spring assembly fractured which caused the vehicle body to drop to the ground. This incident occurred near the contact's home and the vehicle was not towed to a dealer. An independent repair shop…
Problem with anti-lock brake sensor; anti-lock brakes kick in at low speeds 5-10 mph
The driver's side door did not close properly. When the door was locked, it would come off of the hinge and was partially open. The manufacturer has been contacted. *ak this would occur when the vehicle was in motion. *sc *jb
On dec. 7, 2004, it was a very rainy day and of course my windshield wipers were not working properly. They would turn off, or they would turn on to full wiping when i had them set for intermittent wiping. They also would not turn off when i turned them off. This is a safety issue and should be…
Other GMC Envoy years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 Envoy | 17 | 0 |
| 2008 Envoy | 77 | 0 |
| 2007 Envoy | 219 | 5 |
| 2006 Envoy | 352 | 8 |
| 2005 Envoy | 488 | 2 |
| 2004 Envoy | 367 | 1 |
| 2003 Envoy | 394 | 7 |
| 2002 Envoy | 487 | 13 |
| 2001 Envoy | 5 | 1 |
| 2000 Envoy | 22 | 1 |
| 1999 Envoy | 9 | 1 |
| 1998 | 19 | 2 |
| 1997 Envoy | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 Envoy | 2 | 0 |
| 1995 Envoy | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1998 GMC Envoy?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, exterior lighting, suspension problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1998 GMC Envoy?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1998 GMC Envoy a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Envoy model years, the 1998 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.