GMC S15 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 12 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the GMC S15, across 6 model years (1995–2001). The 1996 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is visibility.
GMC S15 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No S15 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Model years with the fewest complaints
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 S15 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All GMC S15 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 S15 | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 1999 S15 | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 1998 S15 | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 1997 S15 | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 1996 S15 | 3 | 1 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 1995 S15 | 3 | 1 | — | Visibility |
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Frequently asked questions
Which GMC S15 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1996 (3), 1995 (3), 1998 (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 S15?
Visibility, with 4 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the GMC S15 have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.