2000 GMC Z-71 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 31, 2006 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Z-71 years
Not enough data 3rd of 5 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 GMC Z-71. That ranks 3rd out of 5 Z-71 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 46,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2000 GMC Z-71 problems

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

Service Brakes, Hydraulic2 · ~46,000 mi
Exterior Lighting1
Steering1
Suspension1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes, Hydraulic250%46,000——
Exterior Lighting125%———
Steering125%———
Suspension125%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2001, with 2 complaints
2001: 2200122002: 1200212005: 120051

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2000 GMC Z-71 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2000 GMC Z-71.

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.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Parking brake failure (DP05009) — opened Dec 20, 2005, closed May 31, 2006.
  • Parking brake failure (PE03057) — opened Dec 8, 2003, closed Apr 9, 2004.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Anti lock brakes malfunctioning and engaging at slow speeds. "the left front dump valve activating due to left front sensor dropping out at 5mph" left front wheel sensor needs to be replaced. Old part is not available. *nm

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Nov 26, 2005 · NHTSA complaint 10143696

Daytime running lights and tail lights only on left side don't work. Fuses and bulbs have been checked and replaced. Gmc was notified, and was not aware of problem. *ak

Exterior Lighting · received Feb 5, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 8003542

Consumer states that when attempting to make a rapid stop, brakes will not work if vehicle hits a bump, dealer informed consumer that this was normal for vehicle. *slc

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Feb 27, 2001 · NHTSA complaint 559941

Power steering went out. Also, steering column was replaced. Vehicle taken 3 times to dealer for a rattling in rear end. *ak

Steering · received Feb 20, 2001 · NHTSA complaint 880844

Other GMC Z-71 years

← 1999 Z-71

YearComplaintsRecalls
200040
1999 Z-71110
1998 Z-7130
1997 Z-7180
1996 Z-7140

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2000 GMC Z-71?

Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, exterior lighting, steering problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2000 GMC Z-71?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2000 GMC Z-71 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Z-71 model years, the 2000 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.