MYRModel Year Report

1985 GMC K1500

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1985 GMC K1500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:41:15.426Z

Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, GMC K1500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1985 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1981: 0 complaints 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 1 complaints 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1991: 3 complaints 1992: 5 complaints 1992 1993: 12 complaints 1994: 20 complaints 1995: 27 complaints 1995 1996: 14 complaints 1996
1985: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19830
19840
19853
19860
19870
19881
19892
19904
19913
19925
199312
199420
199527
199614

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

TIRES

1 of 3 total reports mentions: tires.

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INSURED GOING E ON I-90 WHEN RIGHT REAR TIRE BLEW, DAMAGE FENDER AND THE EXHAUST PIPE AND THE WHEEL. THIS TIRE IS A FIRESTONE ATX TIRE THAT IS ON RECALL, INSURED THINKS FIRESTONE SHOULD PAY FOR THIS, HE WANTS TO TAKE ESTIMATE TO THEM ON THURSDAY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20001016

SEAT BELTS

1 of 3 total reports mentions: seat belts.

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THE FRONT MIDDLE SEAT BELT BUCKLE BROKEN WILL NOT LATCH. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950525

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

FIRE
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THE FUEL SYSTEM EXPLODED CAUSING FIRE TO GO THROUGH THE FUEL LINE TO THE CARBURETOR RESULTING IN ENGINE TO IGNITE IN FLAMES AS THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING. *MJS

NHTSA ODI report, 20001219

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19921208 — EA (closed 19950309)

FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY

R 20071108 — equipment

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. TH

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.

Campaign 07E088000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1985 GMC K1500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 07E088000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1985 GMC K1500 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 1985 GMC K1500?

The most-reported component is tires:tread/belt, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1985 GMC K1500 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.