GMC Vandura Series Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 8, 2012 · 7 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 7 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the GMC Vandura Series, across 3 model years (1995–1997). The 1997 model year has the most complaints (3). The most reported problem area overall is steering.

Peak: 1995, with 3 complaints
1995: 3199531996: 1199611997: 319973

n = 7 complaints · Source: NHTSA

GMC Vandura Series years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No Vandura Series model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 1997 Vandura Series: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
  2. 1995 Vandura Series: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
  3. 1996 Vandura Series: 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 Vandura Series problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Steering220
Electrical System110
Engine and Engine Cooling110
Fuel System, Gasoline110
Service Brakes, Hydraulic110
Visibility110

All GMC Vandura Series model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
1997 Vandura Series30—Electrical System
1996 Vandura Series10—Engine and Engine Cooling
1995 Vandura Series30—Service Brakes, Hydraulic

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Frequently asked questions

Which GMC Vandura Series years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1997 (3), 1995 (3), 1996 (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 Vandura Series?

Steering, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.

How many recalls does the GMC Vandura Series have?

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