1986 GMC Pick UP
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.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1986: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 1 |
| 1985 | 3 |
| 1986 | 3 |
| 1987 | 4 |
| 1988 | 4 |
| 1989 | 4 |
| 1990 | 3 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 16 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 11 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.
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Fuel tank mounted outside frame.
NHTSA ODI report, 1995-09-21
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline.
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The engine stalled causing the vehicle to slow down to a stop, while attempting to steer the vehicle across lanes to reach the shoulder the vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle (Attorney for client).…
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-10-03
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1986 GMC Pick UP — pre-purchase inspection
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- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1986 GMC Pick UP 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 Pick UP?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1986 GMC Pick UP have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.