1997 GMC P30 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 22, 2017 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other P30 years
Not enough data
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 GMC P30. The most reported problem area is suspension (1 complaints, 50%). 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 P30 problems

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

Suspension1
Unknown or Other1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Suspension150%———
Unknown or Other150%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2001, with 1 complaints
2001: 1200112017: 120171

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1997 GMC P30 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1997 GMC P30.

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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.

The california dmv will not give my registered vehicle its title. The dmv would like a compliant letter saying the vehicle is cleared for driving on uis roads. The vehicle was previously owned by usps. I recently purchased vehicle. My number is [xxx], my name is [xxx]. Please help thank you…

Unknown or Other · received May 22, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 10990984

Postal vehicle experienced a complete failure of the right upper ball joint. Nlm

Suspension · received Apr 20, 2001 · NHTSA complaint 560824

Other GMC P30 years

YearComplaintsRecalls
199720

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1997 GMC P30?

Owners most often report suspension, unknown or other problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1997 GMC P30?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1997 GMC P30 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other P30 model years, the 1997 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.