1999 GMC Pickup
Only 23 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 23 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 23 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
9 of 23 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASH3 of 23 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments and frame and members.
2 of 23 total reports mention: fuel system, other, most commonly citing fuel gauge system.
2 of 23 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
CONSUMER PARKED VEHICLE ON A STEEP HILL AND THE VEHICLE TOOK OFF DOWN THE HILL. *AK
NHTSA ODI report, 19991026
2 of 23 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
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TREAD FACE SEPERATION. I HAVE SINCE TRADED THE OTHER THREE TIRES AND PURCHASED NEW TIRES. I WAS ONE OF THE PEOPLE WHO HAD BLOW OUTS OF THE FIRESTONE TIRES IN THE 70'S. THIS EVENT CONCERNED ME ENOUGH TO GET THE TIRES OFF THE VEHICLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20000824
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
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1999 GMC Pickup — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, other issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06E040000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1999 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 1999 GMC Pickup?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 GMC Pickup have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.