1998 GMC GMC Truck
Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1998: 10 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1986 | 2 |
| 1987 | 2 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 2 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 2 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 18 |
Known problem areas
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Exterior lighting
3 of 10 total reports mention: exterior lighting, most commonly citing turn signal and switch.
Service brakes
2 of 10 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Power train
2 of 10 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing transfer case (4-wheel drive) and automatic transmission.
Show complaint excerpts
I purchased a used 1998 GMC extend-cab 4X4 pick-up here in tn.. I have had very good service from it until I made a trip 2 1/2 hrs. From my home. When I arrived at my destination I parked the truck, visited for awhile.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-12-04
Visibility
1 of 10 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing motor.
Suspension
1 of 10 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing rear.
Show complaint excerpts
The problem is that when you start pulling a load you have a vabration comming from the rear end, and puzzell by the noise. Would like to know if you ear from comsumers about that kind of problem. Pick up ext cab…
NHTSA ODI report, 1999-05-05
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 GMC Truck — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Exterior lighting: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1998 GMC GMC Truck 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 GMC Truck?
- The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 GMC GMC Truck 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.