Gmc 3500 problems
The Chevrolet C/K is a series of trucks that was manufactured by General Motors from the 1960 to 2002 model years. Marketed by both the Chevrolet and GMC divisions, the C/K series encompassed a wide range of vehicles. While most commonly associated with pickup trucks, the model line also included chassis-cab trucks and medium-duty trucks and served as the basis for GM full-size SUVs. Through its entire production, the model line competed directly against the Ford F-Series and the Dodge D series (later the Dodge Ram pickup).
Used for both the model branding and the internal model code, "C" denoted two-wheel drive, while "K" denoted four-wheel drive. Four generations of the C/K series were produced, including the GM monikered second-generation "Action Line" and third-generation "Rounded Line" vehicles (colloquially aka Square-Body trucks). For the fourth-generation (colloquially also known as OBS trucks), Chevrolet kept using the C/K designation while GMC revised its branding, changing to a singular GMC Sierra nameplate (C/K remained as an internal model code).
For South America, the model line was manufactured by General Motors de Argentina from 1960 to 1978, Sevel Argentina from 1986 to 1991, and General Motors Brazil, who produced versions of the model line for Brazil, Argentina, and Chile from 1964 to 2001.
As GM entered the 1990s, the company revised its truck ranges, replacing the medium-duty C/K trucks with the Chevrolet Kodiak/GMC TopKick for 1990. For 1999, GM replaced the fourth-generation C/K pickup trucks with an all-new model line; in line with GMC, Chevrolet dropped the C/K nameplate (in favor of a singular Chevrolet Silverado nameplate). Initially marketed with its successor, the final C/K pickup trucks were produced for the 2000 model year. From 2001 to 2002, the final vehicles of the C/K model line were medium-duty chassis cab trucks.
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Common Gmc 3500 problems
Based on the complaints from owners of GMC Sierra 3500 cars, several common problems have been identified:
- Fuel Transfer Unit Issues: In the 2014 Sierra 3500, there have been complaints about problems with the fuel transfer unit, which can affect the vehicle's fuel system and performance.
- Headlights Flickering: Some owners of the 2017 Sierra 3500 have experienced headlights flickering on every little bump, potentially indicating electrical issues that need attention.
- Leaking Roof Antenna: Complaints about a leaking roof antenna in the 2015 Sierra 3500 have been reported, which can lead to water leaks and potential interior damage.
- Smoke at Startup: Owners of the 2015 Sierra 3500 have raised concerns about smoke appearing at startup, indicating potential engine or exhaust system issues that require investigation.
- Brake Pedal Issues: A significant problem involves brake pedal issues, where the brake pedal might fall off, leading to safety concerns and potential accidents. This issue has led to recalls and investigations by GM to address the problem effectively.
These problems highlight various safety, performance, and reliability issues that owners of GMC Sierra 3500 cars have faced. Addressing these issues promptly is crucial to ensure the safety and optimal performance of these vehicles.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Gmc 3500 years
We have researched Gmc problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Gmc 3500 cars and compiled the top 3 most problematic Gmc 3500 model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Gmc 3500 model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Gmc 3500 years
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Gmc 3500 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Gmc 3500 , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Visibility problems
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Gmc 3500 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
The NHTSA has received 11 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Gmc 3500 . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Gmc 3500 vehicles.
List of Gmc 3500 complaints
Gmc 3500 1994
- Date Of Incident: 2004-11-01
- Date Complaint: 2004-11-22
- VIN: 1CKGK26N7RJ
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE AND TURNING ON THE HEADLIGHTS, THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH BEGAN TO SMOKE . NO FIRE WAS REPORTED. THE CAUSE HAS YET TO BE DETERMINED. *JB *SC
Gmc 3500 1996
- Date Of Incident: 1996-08-04
- Date Complaint: 2004-01-13
- Components: STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: IN 1996 I PURCHASED NEW A GMC 3500 CREW CAB PICKUP TRUCK. I NOTICED IMMEDIATELY THAT WHEN APPLYING BRAKES HARD ALL POWER STEERING WAS LOST PARTICULARLY IN LEFT TURNS AND AT LOW SPEEDS. BRAKING WAS NOT HARD ENOUGH TO ACTIVATE THE ANTISKID. I NOTIFIED THE DEALER AND WE TRIED THE SAME MANEUVER ON THREE OTHER SIMILAIR TRUCKS IN HIS LOT. ALL DID THE SAME THING. AFTER MANY CALLS IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THIS WAS SOMETHING "I HAD TO LIVE WITH".
Gmc 3500 1996
- Date Of Incident: 2003-12-18
- Date Complaint: 2003-12-18
- VIN: 1GDKC34F2TJ
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY STALLED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. CONDITION FORCED DRIVER TO PULL OFF THE ROAD. POWER STEERING AND BRAKES FAILED WHEN VEHICLE STALLED. DEALER REPLACED AT 28000 MILES THE FUEL PUMP AND COMPUTER, BUT SAME PROBLEM RECURRED. *AK
Gmc 3500 1993
- Date Of Incident: 2003-05-16
- Date Complaint: 2003-05-19
- VIN: 1GDEG25K8PF
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLES TIRE BLEW OUT WITHOUT WARNING. *NLM
Gmc 3500 1996
- Date Of Incident: 1998-01-14
- Date Complaint: 2002-02-08
- VIN: 1GTHK39F2TE
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: FUEL PUMP HAS GONE OUT AND VEHICLE HAS BECOME INOPREABLE. CONTACTED DEALER AND THE DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE PUMP WAS REPLACED 14 TIMES BUT NO CHANGE. ALSO, THE TRUCK HAS NO POWER FOR STEERING OR BRAKING WHEN IT STALLS. *YH
Gmc 3500 1994
- Date Of Incident: 1996-01-01
- Date Complaint: 2000-08-08
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ENGINE WAS LEAKING OIL COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE PIPE, AND VEHICLE LOST POWER. *AK
Gmc 3500 1994
- Date Of Incident: 1997-11-26
- Date Complaint: 1999-10-05
- VIN: 1GDJC34K3RE
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: CONSUMER HAD REAR ANTI LOCK BRAKES DISCONNECTED BECAUSE THEY DIDN'T STOP THE VEHICLE. NLM
Gmc 3500 1993
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 1999-07-14
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORK INTERMITTENTLY DUE TO BAD SOLDER JOINT. DEALER SAYS VEHICLE IS NOT ON RECALL. *AK
Gmc 3500 1994
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 1999-05-04
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEM WITH WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR AS STATED IN RECALL. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED, AND CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT VEHICLE WAS NOT INCULDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN#. *AK
Gmc 3500 1994
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 1998-09-09
- VIN: 1GCHK39F7RE
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: DIESEL FUEL INJECTOR PUMP CAUSED SUDDEN ENGINE FAILURE AND WOULD NOT RESTART.
Gmc 3500 1993
- Date Of Incident: 1997-08-21
- Date Complaint: 1998-05-27
- VIN: 1GTHC33N5PJ
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOP RUNNING AFTER 5 MINUTUTES. CONSUMER HAS TO GET OUT OF VEHICLE AND TAP THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR TO GET IT RUNNING AGAIN. DEALER NOTIFIED. COULD RESULT IN POOR VISIBILITY. *AK
Recalls Gmc 3500
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the Gmc 3500.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Gmc 3500 1993
- Report Received Date: 2008-07-28
- Manufacturer: KNAPHEIDE MANUFACTURING COMPANY
- Components: TRAILER HITCHES
- Summary: KNAPHEIDE IS RECALLING 108 MY 2006-2008 PRO SERIES TRUCK BEDS EQUIPPED WITH AN ICC BUMPER WHICH INCLUDED A PROVISION FOR A BALL HITCH. THERE MAY BE AN INSUFFICIENT WELD ATTACHING THE HITCH CHANNEL TO THE SUPPORTING STRUCTURE.
- Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN BENDING OF THE HITCH CHANNEL OR THE HITCH COULD BE PULLED OFF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: KNAPHEIDE WILL OFFER TWO REMEDIES TO ITS CUSTOMERS: (1) FOR THOSE CUSTOMERS WHO DO NOT USE THE HITCH, THE HITCH WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE TRUCK BED AND REPLACED WITH AN ICC BUMPER; OR (2) FOR THOSE CUSTOMERS WHO NEED A HITCH, A RECEIVER HITCH ASSEMBLY WILL BE ADDED TO THE EXISTING HITCH ASSEMBLY AND ALL SUSPECT WELD JOINTS WILL BE RE WELDED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 15, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KNAPHEIDE AT 1-877-473-5763.
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