GMC K3500 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 22, 1999 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the GMC K3500, across 2 model years (1995–1996). The 1996 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is power train.

Peak: 1995, with 2 complaints
1995: 2199521996: 219962

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

GMC K3500 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No K3500 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1996 K3500: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 1995 K3500: 2 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 K3500 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Power Train320
Service Brakes, Hydraulic111

All GMC K3500 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
1996 K350020—Power Train
1995 K350020—Power Train

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Frequently asked questions

Which GMC K3500 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1996 (2), 1995 (2). 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 K3500?

Power Train, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the GMC K3500 have?

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