1991 GMC C2500

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1991 GMC C2500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:52:59.169Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
4

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1991

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 2 complaints 1989: 6 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1991: 4 complaints 1991 4 1992: 3 complaints 1993: 5 complaints 1993 1994: 8 complaints 1995: 8 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints
1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 2 complaints 1988 1989: 6 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1990 1991: 4 complaints 1991 4 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 5 complaints 1993 1994: 8 complaints 1994 1995: 8 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1996
1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 2 complaints 1988 1989: 6 complaints 1989 1990: 5 complaints 1990 1991: 4 complaints 1991 4 1992: 3 complaints 1992 1993: 5 complaints 1993 1994: 8 complaints 1994 1995: 8 complaints 1995 1996: 6 complaints 1996

1991: 4 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19830
19840
19850
19860
19871
19882
19896
19905
19914
19923
19935
19948
19958
19966

Known problem areas

Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Visibility

1 of 4 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing motor.

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While driving in a rain storm windshield wipers failed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-07-19

Service brakes

1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Seat belts

1 of 4 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing buckle assembly.

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The seat belts on the passenger side and in the center of the vehicle will not lock.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-09-17

Power train

1 of 4 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

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Automatic transmission has been replaced three times.

NHTSA ODI report, 1998-06-10

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1992-12-08Engineering analysisClosed 1995-03-09 Fuel system integrity
  2. R
    1993-03-13Power train93V016000 Unanticipated heat in the transmission can force the transmission fluid out of the vent tube.

    Remedy: Install a longer transmission vent hose routed to the left side of the engine compartment of the vehicle.

  3. I
    1993-10-08Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-02-10 Fuel tank support failure
  4. R
    2007-11-08Equipment07E088000 Certain honeywell fram racing brand HP4 and HP8 oil filters that were manufactured from May 25, 2006, through September 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above.…

    Remedy: Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during November 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

Buy-smart checklist

1991 GMC C2500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 93V016000 · Power train
  • Recall 07E088000 · Equipment

FAQ

Is the 1991 GMC C2500 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 1991 GMC C2500?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1991 GMC C2500 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.