1991 GMC Sierra: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 12 owner complaints on record; most reports concern service brakes, hydraulic.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Aug 2008
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“The bolts which held the steering column in place had come loose. The dealer advised there was no replacement part, however the entire column had to be taken apart to apply an "adhesive" to prevent the column from dropping. The dealer also advised it was common for the bolts to come loose. *ts *dt *jb”Owner report · Steering · Jan 2003
“When the brake pedal is depressed, they failed to stop the truck immediately. This resulted an extended stopping distance. This failure has processed over time. The brake rotors are of poor quality and deteriorates. The rotors were replaced at 16,000 miles and needed to be replaced again at 24,000 miles. The second time the rotors were replaced, two were turned and two were replaced. *la”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Feb 2001
“Recall 03v159000 concerning windshield wiper motor: windshield wipers worked intermittently during inclement condition. Dealer was contacted. Dealer informed the consumer that this vehicle was not covered under this recall due to VIN. *ak”Owner report · Visibility · Nov 2000
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“While driving ABS brake light comes on ,owner took vehicle to dealers to have it checked, they fixed the problem and the next day it came on again, owner is afraid of driving vehicle. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Nov 1996
“When driving the truck and applying foot to the brake pedal, it goes down to the floorboard and takes a while before the truck will stop. *ak *nlm”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Dec 1992
“Looking for information on paint recall. My father contacted gmc about his paint but his warranty was up. He has not been notified of any recalls, he is the original owner. The paint is literly peeling off.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Sep 1992
“Vehicle has the anti-lock brake system on the rear brakes only. When the brake pedal is applied hard consumer will hear a clunking sound and will slide for about 7ft. Dealer has been contacted. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Recalls - 2 campaigns
K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Remedy: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.
SEVERE CORROSION DUE TO ROAD SALT AT THE JOINT OF THE STAMPED STEEL CENTER SECTION AND THE CAST OUTER SECTION CAN CAUSE THE SECTIONS TO SEPARATE.
Remedy: REPLACE THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WITH NEW ROTORS WITH A CORROSION PROTECTION COATING. HOWEVER, IF REPLACEMENT OF BRAKE LININGS ARE NECESSARY, IT WILL BE DONE AT OWNER'S EXPENSE SINCE BRAKE LININGS ARE NORMAL MAINTENANCE ITEMS.
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Is the 1991 GMC Sierra reliable?
NHTSA has 12 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 1991 GMC Sierra. The most complained-about area is service brakes, hydraulic.
Does the 1991 GMC Sierra have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning exterior lighting:headlights. 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.