GMC M/L VAN Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 26, 2005 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the GMC M/L VAN, across 2 model years (1997–2000). The 2000 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is latches/locks/linkages.

Peak: 1997, with 1 complaints
1997: 1199712000: 120001

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

GMC M/L VAN years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

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

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2000 M/L VAN: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
  2. 1997 M/L 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 M/L VAN problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Latches/locks/linkages110
Service Brakes, Hydraulic110

All GMC M/L VAN model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2000 M/L VAN10—Latches/locks/linkages
1997 M/L VAN10—Service Brakes, Hydraulic

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Frequently asked questions

Which GMC M/L VAN years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2000 (1), 1997 (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 M/L VAN?

Latches/locks/linkages, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the GMC M/L VAN have?

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