MYRModel Year Report

1992 GMC K1500

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1992 GMC K1500
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:35:44.003Z

Only 5 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 5 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, 1992 highlighted. 1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaints 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1991: 3 complaints 1991 1992: 5 complaints 1992 1993: 12 complaints 1993 1994: 20 complaints 1995: 27 complaints 1995 1996: 14 complaints 1996
1992: 5 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 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 5 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing interior/under dash and ignition.

FIRE
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CONNECTOR FROM HEAT CONTROL UNIT BURNT CAUSING LOSS OF ALL HEAT CONTROLS, IF I HADN'T INVESTIGATED THE PROBLEM WHEN I DID A FIRE WOULD HAVE ERUPTED. PICTURES AVAILABLE.*AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020823

Also filed under VISIBILITY

THE ALTERNATOR CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19961122

THE IGNITION WENT BAD . TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19960214

VISIBILITY

2 of 5 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing motor and defroster/defogger/hvac system.

FIRE
SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 5 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19930313 — power train

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.

Campaign 93V016000 — check if this car was fixed

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

1992 GMC K1500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 93V016000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07E088000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1992 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 1992 GMC K1500?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1992 GMC K1500 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.