Gmc C2500 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 C2500 problems
Based on the information from the sources provided, here are some common problems with the GMC C2500 cars based on complaints from owners:
- Suspension Concerns:
- Some GMC models, like the Sierra 2500, have faced suspension problems related to the front upper control arms. A faulty weld near the control arm bushing can cause the control arm to deform and eventually separate, posing a safety risk. Owners of affected vehicles have been advised to stop driving until the suspension can be repaired.
- Transmission Issues:
- Transmission problems, such as rebuilds or replacements, torque converter issues, and premature clutch replacements, have been reported by owners of GMC Sierra 2500HD trucks. These issues can lead to transmission failure, rough shifting, and overheating, affecting the vehicle's drivability and performance.
- Engine and Electrical Problems:
- Complaints from owners of the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 include engine and electrical issues. These problems can range from engine malfunctions to electrical system failures, impacting the overall reliability and functionality of the vehicle.
By addressing these common problems with the GMC C2500 based on owner complaints, owners and potential buyers can be better informed about potential issues they may encounter with these vehicles.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Gmc C2500 years
We have researched Gmc problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Gmc C2500 cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Gmc C2500 model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Gmc C2500 model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Gmc C2500 years
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Gmc C2500 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Gmc C2500 , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Seat belts problems
- Seats problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Gmc C2500 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Distribution of the number of complaints where the accident occurred by C2500 model years
A total of 5 complaints were registered in which the accident occurred. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with fire by C2500 model years
There were a total of 1 complaints that resulted in a fire. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
Distribution of the number of complaints with injuries by C2500 model years
There were a total of 1 complaints that resulted in a injuries. In the graph you can see the distribution of the number of complaints by model year.
The NHTSA has received 53 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Gmc C2500 . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Gmc C2500 vehicles.
Latest 25 complaints
Gmc C2500 1996
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-02
- Date Complaint: 2016-06-23
- VIN: 1GT210CG9DZ
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 GMC SIERRA C2500 SLE N/A. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED AN ABNORMAL ODOR IN THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE INTO A SHOPPING CENTER AND NOTICED A PUDDLE OF FUEL UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS A LEAK IN THE FUEL LINE. THE FUEL LINE WAS REPLACED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FUEL LINE WAS MADE OUT OF SOYBEAN AND THE SQUIRRELS CHEWED IT, WHICH CAUSED A CONTINUOUS LEAK FROM THE FUEL LINE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 31,000. ..UPDATED 09/13/16 *BF UPDATED 6/18/18*JB
Gmc C2500 1996
- Date Of Incident: 2014-04-07
- Date Complaint: 2014-04-07
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 76538955466
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I HAVE DONE RESEARCH ON THIS WELL KNOWN PROBLEM OF THIS PART CREATING A WILD HORSE VEHICLE AT UNEXPECTED TIMES. SO FAR GM IS NOT HELPING, THE LAST VISIT WAS CONFIRMED THIS PUMP WAS THE PROBLEM AND A NEW PUMP. WAS NOT MADE AND GM ONLY OFFERS A OVERHAULED UNIT. THE CURRENT PUMP IS A ON GOING PROBLEM WITH VEHICLE CUTTING OFF AND AT TIMES TURNING INTO A FULL THROTTLE. STANADYNE THE COMPANY MAKING THE PUMP IS IN DENIAL THE PUMP DOES THIS. I HAVE TALKED WITH OTHER OWNERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEMS. I HESITATE PUTTING ANYTHING USED ON THIS VEHICLE, THIS PROBLEM PART IS STILL MANUFACTURED NEW BY STANADYN CORP. I KNOW FOR A FACT THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN BROUGHT UP REPEATEDLY TO GM AND NATIONAL HIGHWAY SAFETY DIVISION. FORGET ANY MONEY FOR THE PROBLEM, AND THE IGNORANCE OF THIS FACTUAL PROBLEM, I WOULD JUST LIKE A SAFE VEHICLE WITH OUT ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS THAT GO BAD. *TR
Gmc C2500 1995
- Date Of Incident: 2011-12-10
- Date Complaint: 2012-01-12
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THIS PROBLEM IS IN CANADA TOO, I JUST BOUGHT A 1995 GMC 2500 EXTENDED CAB FOR PULLING MY HORSES AND I WAS DRIVING IT HOME, I WENT TO MY FRIENDS HOUSE TO VISIT WHEN I WAS PULLING IN HIS DRIVEWAY I HIT THE BRAKES AN THE PEDAL WENT RIGHT TO THE FLOOR I BARELY STOPPED BEFORE GOING THROUGH HIS GARAGE DOOR AND I QUICKLY PUT THE TRUCK IN PARK. THE BRAKE LINES ARE CORRODED AND THE LINE RUPTURED ON THE DRIVERS SIDE RIGHT BESIDE THE FRAME RAIL. I HAVE NEVER SEEN A BRAKE LINE RUPTURE BEFORE AND WAS KIND OF PUZZLED THEN FOUND THIS SITE ONLINE AND I WAS SURPRISED TO SEE SO MANY LIKE COMPLAINTS OF THE SAME ISSUE. *TR
Gmc C2500 1996
- Date Of Incident: 2006-11-18
- Date Complaint: 2007-11-28
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GCGC29F4SE
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: WAS INVOLVED IN AN AUTO MOBILE ACCIDENT HITTING A SCHOOL BUS HEAD ON AND HIT BY A TRUCK IN THE PASSENGER'S SIDE BED OF TRUCK, GOING ABOUT 40 MILES AN HOUR. MY AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY AND I HIT MY HEAD ON THE STEERING WHEEL VERY HARD. I BELIEVE IF THE AIRBAG AND SEATBELT HAD WORKED PROPERLY, I WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN INJURED SO BAD. BECAUSE OF THE BURNING IN MY LEGS, BADLY BRUISED RIBS. ETC., THEY DID NOT DO ANY EEGS. I HAVE HAD A VARIETY OF PROBLEMS FROM SEVERE HEADACHES TO UNCONTROLLABLE MOODSWINGS. I AM HOPING YOU DO WHATEVER IT TAKES TO KEEP YOUR CUSTOMERS FROM EXPERIENCING WHAT I HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH; LIKE BEING DISABLED FROM WORK AT THE AGE OF 38. I WOULD ALSO LIKE TO NOTE THAT THE POLICE REPORT SAID THE AIRBAG DID DEPLOY, BUT WE STILL HAVE THE VEHICLE TO PROVE THAT IT DID NOT DEPLOY. *TR
Gmc C2500 1990
- Date Of Incident: 2004-02-28
- Date Complaint: 2005-06-16
- VIN: 1GTFC24KXLE
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: FRONT SEAT BELTS NON-OPERATIONAL. CABLE WIRE IS COMMING APART. PASSENGER SIDE SEATBEALT MECHANISM BROKEN
Gmc C2500 1995
- Date Of Incident: 2005-01-12
- Date Complaint: 2005-04-12
- VIN: 1GCGK29F9SE
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT WASHERS AND BOLTS BROKE OFF. AS A RESULT, THE FRONT CORNER OF THE SEAT WAS NOT ATTACHED TO THE FRAME. RECALL 96V055010 WAS ISSUED, HOWEVER THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. *AK THE SEAT LEANED WHEN THE DRIVER SAT IN IT. *BF *NM
Gmc C2500 1991
- Date Of Incident: 2004-07-19
- Date Complaint: 2004-07-19
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING IN A RAIN STORM WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED. *AK
Gmc C2500 1993
- Date Of Incident: 2004-05-30
- Date Complaint: 2004-06-03
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1GTGK29K4PE
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH THE CONSUMER NOTICED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD COME ON. THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE VEHICLE COASTED TO THE SHOULDER WERE COOLANT WAS DRIPPING FROM THE RADIATOR. SEVERAL MINUTES LATER THE CONSUMER BEGAN TO SEE BLACK SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. SOON AFTER SEEING THE SMOKE, FLAMES WERE SEEN COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE INSURANCE COMPANY HAS NOT DETERMINED THE VEHICLE TOTALED AS OF YET. *NM
Gmc C2500 1996
- Date Of Incident: 2003-11-11
- Date Complaint: 2003-11-27
- VIN: 2GTFC29S0T1
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
- Summary: GM 6.5L DIESEL 94-2000. THE FUEL INJECTION PUMP FUEL SOLENOID DRIVER FAILS WITHOUT WARNING CAUSING LOSS OF ENGINE POWER/POWER STEERING/AND BRAKES. A RECENT FAILURE WHILE TOWING A 7500 TRAILER CAUSED A NEAR ACCIDENT WHILE ON A CURVE DUE TO THE EXTREME DIFFICULTY IN STEERING WHINE THIS OCCURS. THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM. GM HAS EXTENDED THE WARRANTY ON THE FUEL INJECTION PUMP BUT HAS DONE NOTHING TO CORRECT THE FAILURE OF REPLACEMENT PARTS WHICH IS VERY COMMON. *LA
Gmc C2500 1995
- Date Of Incident: 1999-03-20
- Date Complaint: 2003-06-24
- VIN: 1GTGK29F5SE
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: SEAT BRACKETS KEEP BREAKING. *JB
Gmc C2500 1994
- Date Of Incident: 2002-09-17
- Date Complaint: 2002-09-17
- VIN: 1GTF24K3RE5
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: DAMAGE TO WINDSHIELD FROM DRY WIPERS. *AK
Gmc C2500 1994
- Date Of Incident: 2002-05-26
- Date Complaint: 2002-06-05
- VIN: 1GTGK29FORE
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: FUEL SYSTEM LEAK. *AK VEHICLE WOULD SHUT DOWN WITHOUT ANY WARNING. CONSUMER WOULD BE LEFT WITH NO BRAKES AND NO STEERING. *JG
Gmc C2500 1987
- Date Of Incident: 2000-03-01
- Date Complaint: 2002-04-11
- VIN: 1GTDR14K58J
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY LEFT FRONT TIRE BLEW, AND FRONT OF VEHICLE SHOOK AND VIBRATED. DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF PROBLEM.*AK
Gmc C2500 1989
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 2001-10-03
- VIN: 1GTFC24K4KZ
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: RADIATOR FAILED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. *YH
Gmc C2500 1989
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Date Complaint: 2001-10-03
- VIN: 1GTFC24K4KZ
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: RADIATOR FAILED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. *YH
Latest 5 recalls Gmc C2500
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 19 recalls for different components of the Gmc C2500.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Gmc C2500 1994
- Report Received Date: 2007-10-24
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
- Model: Gmc C2500 1991
- Report Received Date: 2007-10-24
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
- Model: Gmc C2500 1992
- Report Received Date: 2007-10-24
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
- Model: Gmc C2500 1993
- Report Received Date: 2007-10-24
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
- Model: Gmc C2500 1988
- Report Received Date: 2007-10-24
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
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