GMC S Utility Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 27, 2008 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the GMC S Utility, across 3 model years (1995–2003). The 2003 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is exterior lighting.

Peak: 2003, with 3 complaints
1995: 1199511996: 0199602003: 320033

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

GMC S Utility years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

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

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2003 S Utility: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 1995 S Utility: 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 S Utility problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Exterior Lighting210
Electrical System110
Tires110

All GMC S Utility model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2003 S Utility30—Exterior Lighting
1996 S Utility00——
1995 S Utility10—Tires

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Frequently asked questions

Which GMC S Utility years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2003 (3), 1995 (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 S Utility?

Exterior Lighting, with 2 complaints across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the GMC S Utility have?

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