1998 GMC Pickup
Only 14 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 14 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 2 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
BRAKE PEDAL GOES COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR UNDER SEVERE BRAKING CONDITIONS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20000918
BRAKE PEDAL GOES COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR UNDER SEVERE BRAKING CONDITIONS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20000914
1 of 14 total reports mentions: wheels.
1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility.
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I HAVE A 1998 GMC SIERRA P/U MY WISHIELD WIPERS HAVE THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS: WIPERS WILL NOT WORK OR WORK INTERMITTENTLY; WIPERS STOP WORKING FOR NO APPARENT REASON, MAYBE EVEN IN MID-STROKE; WIPER FUNCTION IS ERRATIC, WITH NO DELAY FEATURE, DELAY...
NHTSA ODI report, 20040308
1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility.
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WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORK INTERMITTENTLY. WHILE DRIVING AND IF HITTING A BUMP OR SOMETHING THEY MAY COMPLETELY FAIL, OR COME ON WHILE IN A RAIN STORM. CONTACTED THE DEALER. THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK *TC
NHTSA ODI report, 20040924
1 of 14 total reports mentions: visibility.
SAFETY TIMELINE
CERTAIN E SPEED RACING COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL
Remedy: E SPEED RACING WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 10, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT E SPEED RACING 909-923-3636.
Campaign 06E040000 — check if this car was fixed
K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH
Remedy: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.
Campaign 08E050000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1998 GMC Pickup — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06E040000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 08E050000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1998 GMC Pickup 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 1998 GMC Pickup?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 GMC Pickup have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.