1994 GMC S15
Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1994
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1994: 6 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 0 |
| 1985 | 1 |
| 1986 | 3 |
| 1987 | 3 |
| 1988 | 2 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 3 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 3 |
| 1993 | 4 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2001 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
3 of 6 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Visibility
1 of 6 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing motor.
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 6 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing exhaust system.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1994-01-25Fuel system, gasoline94V014000 The fuel tank filler pipes were not manufactured to specification which caused loss of fuel between the fuel tank filler pipe and the vent tube during a test. The loss of fuel was in excess of the…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel filler pipe on these vehicles.
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1994-12-08Service brakes, hydraulic94V228000 A vacuum hose can detach from the power brake booster check valve as a result of engine backfire.
Remedy: Dealers will install a clamp on the power brake booster assist.
Buy-smart checklist
1994 GMC S15 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 94V014000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 94V228000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
FAQ
- Is the 1994 GMC S15 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 S15?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1994 GMC S15 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.