Gmc C2500 pickup problems
The fourth generation of the C/K series is a range of trucks that was manufactured by General Motors. Marketed by the Chevrolet and GMC brands from the 1988 to the 2002 model years, this is the final generation of the C/K model line. In a branding change, GMC adopted the GMC Sierra nameplate for all its full-size pickup trucks, leaving the C/K nomenclature exclusive to Chevrolet.
Internally codenamed the GMT400 platform, GM did not give the model line a word moniker (e.g., "Rounded-Line series" for its predecessor). After its production, the model line would informally become known by the public as the "OBS" (Old Body Style), in reference to its GMT800 successor. In starting a different tradition, the model line overlapped production with both its predecessor and successor; the model line again shared body commonality with GM medium-duty commercial trucks.
Over nearly a 14-year production run, the fourth-generation C/K was assembled by GM in multiple facilities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. After the 2000 model year, the fourth-generation C/K was discontinued and was replaced by the GMT800 platform (introduced for 1999); the C3500HD heavy-duty chassis cab model remained in production through 2002. In line with the GMC Sierra, Chevrolet subsequently adopted a singular Chevrolet Silverado nameplate for its full-size truck line (which remains in use).
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Common Gmc C2500 pickup problems
The GMC C2500 pickup trucks, produced between 1988 and 1998, are known for several common issues that owners have reported. Here are some of the most frequent problems and their details:
These common problems with GMC C2500 pickup trucks are based on complaints from owners and may not cover all possible issues that could arise. Regular maintenance and inspections can help prevent some of these problems and ensure the longevity of the vehicle.
What year of GMC Sierra 2500 to avoid?
GMC Sierra Years to Avoid
These same issues were endemic to the 2012 models from a few years before. Avoid the 2007 model year, too, also for the electrical problems. Model years 2001 through 2003, and then 2005 and 2006 suffered from low engine reliability scores and not-so-good crash test scores.
How reliable are GMC 2500 trucks?
The probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 18% for the GMC Sierra 2500 HD, compared to an average of 18% for fullsize trucks and 12% for all vehicle models. The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of a vehicle.
How long do GMC 2500 trucks last?
According to vehiclefreak.com, a typical GMC Sierra will last 250,000 miles with excellent maintenance. Those that experience excellent care could even survive beyond that point. Those neglected could break down before. Many factors will impact the survivability of your GMC Sierra truck.
What is the most common problem with GMC?
The GMC Acadia
The Acadia model has had a total of 5,629 reported problems. The most common issues are related to the powertrain, service brakes, and engine cooling system. The models from 2017 and 2019 have had the most issues.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Gmc C2500 pickup years
We have researched Gmc problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Gmc C2500 pickup cars and compiled the top 3 most problematic Gmc C2500 pickup model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Gmc C2500 pickup model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Gmc C2500 pickup years
We've also compiled a chart for you with the number of complaints about Volkswagen Jetta cars of certain model years:
Gmc C2500 pickup car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Gmc C2500 pickup , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Visibility problems
- Seats problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Gmc C2500 pickup vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
The NHTSA has received 3 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Gmc C2500 pickup . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Gmc C2500 pickup vehicles.
List of Gmc C2500 pickup complaints
Gmc C2500 pickup 1995
- Date Of Incident: 2015-01-17
- Date Complaint: 2015-01-30
- VIN: 1GTGC24K4SE
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: UPON STARTING IN PARKING LOT, BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. LARGE PUDDLE OF BRAKE FLUID BELOW CROSS MEMBER NEAR STARTER. BACK UP SYSTEM TO ISOLATE FRONT OR REAR BRAKE SYSTEMS DID NOT ENGAGE. UPON LATER INSPECTION, I FOUND THE CROSSOVER BRAKE LINE TO THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL HAD COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH. THE BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR COMPLETELY EMPTIED. ALL STEEL BRAKE AND FUEL LINES SHOW SERIOUS RUSTING. (HAD TO REPAIR LEAKING TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER LINES LAST SUMMER.) THIS SUDDEN BRAKE LINE FAILURE COULD HAVE CAUSED A DANGEROUS ACCIDENT, OR EVEN FATALITY, IF IT HAD OCCURRED WHILE I WAS DRIVING. JUST GLAD ANOTHER FAMILY MEMBER WASN'T DRIVING WHEN THIS HAPPENED. *TR
Gmc C2500 pickup 1994
- Date Of Incident: 1999-03-16
- Date Complaint: 2013-03-29
- VIN: 1GTGC29K8RE
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 GMC C2500 PICK UP. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE DRIVER'S SEAT BECAME LOOSE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 93V216000 (SEATS). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 250,000. *TR
Gmc C2500 pickup 1988
- Date Of Incident: 2011-04-21
- Date Complaint: 2011-04-22
- VIN: 1GTFC24K2JE
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORK INTERMITTENTLY - SOMETIMES DON'T STOP WHEN TURNED OFF - SOMETIMES STOP WHEN THEY SHOULDN'T, AND THAT MAKES IT HARD TO SEE IN THE RAIN. HAPPENS ALL THE TIME - EVEN WHEN TURNED OFF THEY START BY THEMSELVES. THERE WAS A RECALL FOR OTHER YEAR VEHICLES WITH THE SAME PROBLEM, BUT NOT THE 1988. *TR
Recalls Gmc C2500 pickup
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the Gmc C2500 pickup.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Gmc C2500 pickup 1988
- Report Received Date: 2006-05-19
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
- Model: Gmc C2500 pickup 1995
- Report Received Date: 2006-05-19
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
- Model: Gmc C2500 pickup 1994
- Report Received Date: 2006-05-19
- Manufacturer: HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
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