GMC GMC Truck Problems by Year
NHTSA has 80 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the GMC GMC Truck, across 8 model years (1996–2003). The 2003 model year has the most complaints (18). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.
GMC GMC Truck years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GMC Truck year: 2003. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2003 GMC Truck: 18 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2000 GMC Truck: 13 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1999 GMC Truck: 13 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2001 GMC Truck: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1996 GMC Truck: 7 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1997 GMC Truck: 8 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 GMC Truck problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 22 | 7 | 2 |
| Power Train | 12 | 6 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 5 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 5 | 1 |
| Steering | 7 | 5 | 0 |
| Tires | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 5 | 0 |
| Structure | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Equipment | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All GMC GMC Truck model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 GMC Truck | 18 | 0 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2002 GMC Truck | 9 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2001 GMC Truck | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2000 GMC Truck | 13 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | More complaints than other years |
| 1999 GMC Truck | 13 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | More complaints than other years |
| 1998 GMC Truck | 10 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | About as many complaints as other years |
| 1997 GMC Truck | 8 | 0 | — | Steering | |
| 1996 GMC Truck | 7 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic |
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Frequently asked questions
Which GMC GMC Truck years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2003 (18) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GMC Truck year. 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 GMC Truck?
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 22 complaints across 7 model years.
How many recalls does the GMC GMC Truck have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.