1997 GMC G1500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 22, 2012 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other G1500 years
Not enough data 2nd of 5 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1997 GMC G1500. That ranks 2nd out of 5 G1500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 160,177 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1997 GMC G1500 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling1 · ~160,177 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling1100%160,177——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

1997 GMC G1500 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1997 GMC G1500.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

My van has been leaking oil for as long as it has been since i have changed the oil filter and it shows that it has been recalled. *tr

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Apr 22, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10456034

Other GMC G1500 years

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YearComplaintsRecalls
2008 G150010
2006 G150010
2004 G150020
2003 G150010
199710

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1997 GMC G1500?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1997 GMC G1500?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1997 GMC G1500 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other G1500 model years, the 1997 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.