GMC GM Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jan 14, 2019 · 18 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 18 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the GMC GM, across 2 model years (2001–2002). The 2001 model year has the most complaints (11). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Peak: 2001, with 11 complaints
2001: 112001112002: 720027

n = 18 complaints · Source: NHTSA

GMC GM years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

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

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2001 GM: 11 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 2002 GM: 7 complaints, 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 GM problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System420
Service Brakes, Hydraulic310
Air Bags222
Fuel System, Gasoline210
Parking Brake210
Steering220
Structure210
Tires220
Engine and Engine Cooling110
Fuel System, Other110
Power Train111
Seat Belts111
Seats111
Service Brakes, Air110
Vehicle Speed Control110
Visibility110

All GMC GM model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2002 GM70—Parking Brake
2001 GM110—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which GMC GM years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2001 (11), 2002 (7). 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 GM?

Electrical System, with 4 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the GMC GM have?

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