MYRModel Year Report

1994 GMC K1500

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1994 GMC K1500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:41:25.096Z

Only 20 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 20 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, 1994 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1981: 0 complaints 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 3 complaints 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 1994 1995: 27 complaints 1995 1996: 14 complaints 1996
1994: 20 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 20 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VISIBILITY

4 of 20 total reports mention: visibility.

Show complaint excerpts

WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR FAILS TO OPERATE INTERMITTENTLY. GMC REFUSES TO REPAIR UNDER THE PRODUCT DEFECT NOTICE. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20030404

WINDSHIELD WIPERS PERFORM ERRATICLY, NOT RESPONDING OR QUITTING WITHOUT ANY WARNING. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN AWARE OF PROBLEM, AND HAS ISSUED A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20020918

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

3 of 20 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

SEATS

2 of 20 total reports mention: seats.

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DRIVERS SEATBACK BOLT SHEARED OFF, CAUSING FREE MOVEMENT. TT

NHTSA ODI report, 19950221

SEATS

2 of 20 total reports mention: seats.

VISIBILITY

1 of 20 total reports mentions: visibility.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 19970617 — PE (closed 19971031)

DRIVERS SEAT FAILURE

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

1994 GMC K1500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seats issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 07E088000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1994 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 1994 GMC K1500?

The most-reported component is visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1994 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.