1995 GMC C1500
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 0 |
| 1987 | 0 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 4 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 21 |
| 1994 | 25 |
| 1995 | 32 |
| 1996 | 15 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
25% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
CONSUMER DRIVING TRY TO STOP THE ABS ANTI-LOCK BRAKE FAILED CAUSING CONSUMER TO HIT CAR IN FRONT OF HIM . TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19951024
19% of complaints: air bags — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
FRONTAL COLLISION IMPACT 12:00 SPEED 47 MPH, DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19951127
DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AT 30 MPH. TT
NHTSA ODI report, 19950929
13% of complaints: seats — 4 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: visibility — 3 distinct reports on file.
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INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH IN INCLEMENT WEATHER THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED. THIS CAUSED POOR VISIBILITY TO THE DRIVER. HOWEVER, CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20041109
CONSUMER NOTICED WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED WORKING DUE TO WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR FAILURE. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20030923
3% of complaints: visibility — 1 distinct report on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
DRIVERS SEAT FAILURE
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 GMC C1500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seats issues (4 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1995 GMC C1500 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 1995 GMC C1500?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 GMC C1500 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.