1982 GMC C15

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1982 GMC C15
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:38:57.837Z

Only 0 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 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
0

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1982

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1982: 0 complaints 1982 0 1985: 0 complaints 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1988: 1 complaint 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 6 complaints 1993: 7 complaints 1993 1994: 7 complaints 1995: 10 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints
1982: 0 complaints 1982 0 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 7 complaints 1993 1994: 7 complaints 1994 1995: 10 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996
1982: 0 complaints 1982 0 1985: 0 complaints 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 1 complaint 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1990 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 6 complaints 1992 1993: 7 complaints 1993 1994: 7 complaints 1994 1995: 10 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996

1982: 0 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19820
19850
19860
19881
19891
19902
19911
19926
19937
19947
199510
19964

Known problem areas

No complaint components on file for this model year.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    1982-12-10Wheels82V128000 On the involved vehicles, the rear brake drum balance weights may interfere with the aluminum wheels. This contact could cause the wheel lug nuts to loosen, leading to wheel stud failure. This could…

    Remedy: The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, modify the rear brake drum balance weights without charge to owner.

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    1983-05-03Power train83V045000 The locking screw that retains the pinion shaft in place in the differential could come loose. The pinion shaft turns the gears inside the differential that rotate the drive axles and rear wheels.…

    Remedy: The dealer will replace the differential lock screw at no charge.

Buy-smart checklist

1982 GMC C15 — pre-purchase inspection

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 82V128000 · Wheels
  • Recall 83V045000 · Power train

FAQ

Is the 1982 GMC C15 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
How many recalls does the 1982 GMC C15 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.