1998 GMC C Series
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
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1998: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1992 | 3 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 4 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 4 |
| 2001 | 2 |
| 2002 | 2 |
| 2005 | 1 |
| 2007 | 2 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
1 of 2 total reports mentions: steering.
Show complaint excerpts
First off the truck was manufactured in canada. Not sure if that's relevant or not? The steering on this truck has gotten pretty scary at times. The wheel will get hard to turn then it will be normal, then it get super easy so that you oversteer.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-04-22
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1998 GMC C Series — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1998 GMC C Series 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 1998 GMC C Series?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 GMC C Series 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.