1997 Gmc G1500 problems

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Overview of popular issues
Analysis of common problems
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Recalls list

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 1997 Gmc G1500 problems

The GMC G1500 from 1997 is known to have several common problems, primarily related to the transmission, engine, and electrical system.

Randomly hesitates, loses power: Some 1997 GMC G1500 owners have reported that their trucks randomly hesitate or lose power, especially when accelerating from a stop or decelerating. To fix this issue, the faulty part needs to be identified and replaced.

Tail light wiring in cargo area may be damaged: Some 1997 GMC Savana 1500 owners have reported that the tail light wiring in the cargo area may be damaged, which can cause intermittent tail light failure. To fix this issue, the damaged wiring needs to be repaired or replaced.

In summary, the 1997 GMC G1500 has several common problems related to the transmission, engine, and electrical system. These issues can be resolved by replacing faulty parts or repairing damaged wiring.

1997 Gmc G1500 car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Gmc G1500 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

Engine and engine cooling problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 1997 Gmc G1500 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

1997 Gmc G1500 complaints

The NHTSA has received 1 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1997 Gmc G1500.

2012-04-22

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2009-12-22
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Summary: MY VAN HAS BEEN LEAKING OIL FOR AS LONG AS IT HAS BEEN SINCE I HAVE CHANGED THE OIL FILTER AND IT SHOWS THAT IT HAS BEEN RECALLED. *TR

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1997 Gmc G1500 recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 1997 Gmc G1500.

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.