1999 GMC Sonoma Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Sonoma years
- Fewer complaints than other years 7th of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 57 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 GMC Sonoma. That ranks 7th out of 11 Sonoma model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (8 complaints, 14%), typically at around 47,000 miles. Complaints mention 6 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 57owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 6complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 GMC Sonoma problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 8 | 14% | 47,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 8 | 14% | 63,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 8 | 14% | 54,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 12% | 32,900 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 6 | 11% | 140,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 4 | 7% | 156,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 7% | 30,400 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 5% | 37,500 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 5% | 47,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 4% | 132,500 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 2% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 GMC Sonoma recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 GMC Sonoma.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owned a 1999 gmc sonoma. While driving 5 mph on a flooded dirt road, the contact crashed into a ditch. After the crash, the vehicle came to a complete stop. The air bag deployment was delayed. The contact sustained a cracked pelvis, broken facial bones, optic nerve damage, and other…
During a panic stop the brake system light came on and the brakes felt soft but still worked. During the drive the brakes became very weak. When i checked the brake fluid it was empty. I refilled it and started checking for leaks. I found that both the front and rear brake lines we fractured…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 gmc sonoma. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated while driving over unleveled land. The contact was unable to determine the origin of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 gmc sonoma. While driving 72 mph on the highway, the vehicle lost all power and the power steering failed. After the vehicle stalled, all the lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch…
Brake line hydraulic failure of hard steel line. The line that broke goes to the back wheels along the frame. *tr
Other GMC Sonoma years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 Sonoma | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 Sonoma | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 Sonoma | 39 | 1 |
| 2002 Sonoma | 57 | 0 |
| 2001 Sonoma | 89 | 1 |
| 2000 Sonoma | 136 | 3 |
| 1999 | 57 | 0 |
| 1998 Sonoma | 156 | 3 |
| 1997 Sonoma | 111 | 2 |
| 1996 Sonoma | 148 | 6 |
| 1995 Sonoma | 213 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 GMC Sonoma?
Owners most often report power train, seats, structure problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 8 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 GMC Sonoma?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1999 GMC Sonoma a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sonoma model years, the 1999 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.