MYRModel Year Report

1986 GMC K2500

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1986 GMC K2500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:41:38.291Z

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 K2500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1986 highlighted. 1980: 0 complaints 1980 1981: 0 complaints 1982: 0 complaints 1983: 0 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 0 complaints 1986: 3 complaints 1986 1987: 0 complaints 1988: 1 complaints 1989: 3 complaints 1989 1990: 2 complaints 1991: 4 complaints 1992: 1 complaints 1992 1993: 2 complaints 1994: 7 complaints 1995: 10 complaints 1995 1996: 14 complaints 1996
1986: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
19800
19810
19820
19830
19840
19850
19863
19870
19881
19893
19902
19914
19921
19932
19947
199510
199614

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

SUSPENSION

2 of 3 total reports mention: suspension.

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PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S RADIATOR, ENGINE, FRONT AXLE, REAR AXLE AND OTHER PROBLEMS.*MR THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED PROBLEMS WITH THE RADIATOR AND COOLING SYSTEM. THE ENGINE WAS A 305 INSTEAD OFF THE FAVORED 350.

NHTSA ODI report, 20031121

VEHICLE WOULD GO SIDEWAYS WITH OUT WARNING. YH

NHTSA ODI report, 20000218

STRUCTURE

1 of 3 total reports mentions: structure.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 3 total reports mentions: power train.

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PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S RADIATOR, ENGINE, FRONT AXLE, REAR AXLE AND OTHER PROBLEMS.*MR THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED PROBLEMS WITH THE RADIATOR AND COOLING SYSTEM. THE ENGINE WAS A 305 INSTEAD OFF THE FAVORED 350.

NHTSA ODI report, 20031121

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

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

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COMPLAINT REGARDING 1986 GMC K-2500. *MR THE CONSUMER BOUGHT THE VEHICLE IN 1986 AND THOUGHT IT WAS NEW, BUT IT WASN'T. IT WAS ORIGINALLY REGISTERED IN CALIFORNIA AND HAD COME WITH A 1978 CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030825

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 of 3 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.

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

1986 GMC K2500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 07E088000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1986 GMC K2500 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 1986 GMC K2500?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1986 GMC K2500 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.