1992 GMC C1500: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 17 owner complaints on record; most reports concern service brakes, hydraulic.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Feb 1993
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“I have had catastrophic failures of 3 remington xt120 tires. I suspect there is a defect in materials or manufacturing that warrants investigation. My brother and at least 2 friends have had similar problems. *jb”Owner report · Tires · Aug 2005
“I have found that you have a recall for this (#98v150001), but it only applies to 1994 -1996 vehicles. My 1992 has problems with the windshield wipers only working intermittently. I believe that it could be the solder joints as well. This issue may not be limited to years 1994-1996. Please investigate.*ak”Owner report · Visibility · Mar 2002
“Driver's seatback broke while driving which may have caused a loss of vehicle control. Please provide further information and VIN#. *ak”Owner report · Seats · Feb 1999
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“The windshield wipers fail to work properly. They would go on/off. Would come back on by themselves without turning switch off or on. Presently, will not shut off right away after switch is turned off. This causes the driver to have very poor visibility. It is an an intermittent problem that is getting worse. Has not been to dealer. *ak”Owner report · Visibility · Jun 1998
“While driving the seat track and anchors broke, causing the seat to slide forwards and backwards. The dealer has been notified. *ak”Owner report · Seats · May 1998
“When driving the vehicle and braking the vehicle chattered . The front brake rotors and the disc had to be replaced. The system has rear ABS. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Oct 1996
“When trying to stop the truck and stepping on the brake pedal, the truck does not stop right away, it stops very slowly. *ak *slc”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jun 1996
“Parked slight incline, emergency parking brakes was set and vehicle was left idling, park released itself, making a noise impact 6:00, going at 50ft. Tt”Owner report · Parking Brake · Aug 1995
“While driving in inclement weather the windshield wipers seize while in motion and cause extreme difficulty in vision and vehicle control. *ak”Owner report · Visibility
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
UNANTICIPATED HEAT IN THE TRANSMISSION CAN FORCE THE TRANSMISSION FLUID OUT OF THE VENT TUBE.
Remedy: INSTALL A LONGER TRANSMISSION VENT HOSE ROUTED TO THE LEFT SIDE OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT OF THE VEHICLE.
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Is the 1992 GMC C1500 reliable?
NHTSA has 17 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 1992 GMC C1500. The most complained-about area is service brakes, hydraulic.
Does the 1992 GMC C1500 have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning power train:automatic transmission. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.