MYRModel Year Report

1994 GMC K1500

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1994 GMC K1500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:49:53.730Z

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
20

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1994

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaint 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1991: 3 complaints 1991 1992: 5 complaints 1993: 12 complaints 1994: 20 complaints 1994 20 1995: 27 complaints 1996: 14 complaints
1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1990 1991: 3 complaints 1991 1992: 5 complaints 1992 1993: 12 complaints 1993 1994: 20 complaints 1994 20 1995: 27 complaints 1995 1996: 14 complaints 1996
1985: 3 complaints 1985 1986: 0 complaints 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1987 1988: 1 complaint 1988 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1990: 4 complaints 1990 1991: 3 complaints 1991 1992: 5 complaints 1992 1993: 12 complaints 1993 1994: 20 complaints 1994 20 1995: 27 complaints 1995 1996: 14 complaints 1996

1994: 20 complaints

View as data table
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

6 of 20 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing motor and windshield wiper/washer.

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Windshield wiper motor fails to operate intermittently. GMC refuses to repair under the product defect notice.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-04

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-18

Service brakes

5 of 20 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

Seats

4 of 20 total reports mention: seats, most commonly citing recliner.

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Replaced engine oil pan due to oil leak.

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-02-21

Also filed under Engine and engine cooling

Exterior lighting

3 of 20 total reports mention: exterior lighting, most commonly citing switch.

Power train

2 of 20 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing seal and automatic transmission.

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    1997-06-17Preliminary evaluationClosed 1997-10-31 Drivers seat failure
  2. 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1994 GMC K1500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Visibility: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Seats: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 07E088000 · Equipment
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, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 GMC K1500 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.