GMC G VAN Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 31, 2015 · 6 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the GMC G VAN, across 3 model years (1999–2002). The 2002 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.

Peak: 2002, with 3 complaints
1999: 2199922000: 1200012002: 320023

n = 6 complaints · Source: NHTSA

GMC G VAN years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

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

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2002 G VAN: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 1999 G VAN: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 2000 G VAN: 1 complaint, 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 G VAN problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Service Brakes, Hydraulic220
Electrical System110
Equipment110
Seats110
Tires110
Vehicle Speed Control110

All GMC G VAN model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2002 G VAN30—Electrical System
2000 G VAN10—Equipment
1999 G VAN20—Service Brakes, Hydraulic

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Frequently asked questions

Which GMC G VAN years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2002 (3), 1999 (2), 2000 (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 G VAN?

Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the GMC G VAN have?

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