1985 GMC C/K Pickup
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1985: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 2 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 4 |
| 2002 | 5 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel system, gasoline
2 of 2 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owned a 1985 GMC 1500 Pickup. The contact stated there was an abnormal odor of fuel detected. The contact stated that her husband noticed fuel leaking from a hole and rust on the tank. There were no warning lights illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-11-12
The contact owns a 1985 GMC 1500 Pickup. The contact stated that the fuel tank was leaking fuel due to the hanger straps being rusted. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-11-12
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2002-04-03Defect petitionClosed 2002-06-13 Fuel tank system
Buy-smart checklist
1985 GMC C/K Pickup — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel system, gasoline: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1985 GMC C/K Pickup reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1985 GMC C/K Pickup?
- The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1985 GMC C/K Pickup have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.