1994 GMC Sierra 1500
Only 13 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 13 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 |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 83 |
| 1998 | 59 |
| 1999 | 158 |
| 2000 | 181 |
| 2001 | 140 |
| 2002 | 166 |
| 2003 | 180 |
| 2004 | 212 |
| 2005 | 177 |
| 2006 | 145 |
| 2007 | 262 |
| 2008 | 380 |
| 2009 | 234 |
| 2010 | 167 |
| 2011 | 284 |
| 2012 | 107 |
| 2013 | 115 |
| 2014 | 737 |
| 2015 | 717 |
| 2016 | 341 |
| 2017 | 353 |
| 2018 | 300 |
| 2019 | 636 |
| 2020 | 460 |
| 2021 | 554 |
| 2022 | 569 |
| 2023 | 455 |
| 2024 | 353 |
| 2025 | 107 |
| 2026 | 100 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
5 of 13 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.
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I HAVE NOTICED THROUGH OUT THE HISTORY OF THIS VEHICLE THAT I OWN. A GMC 1500 SIERRA PICKUP TRUCK (1994-2013), THAT THE VEHICLE WIPERS WOULD STOP WORKING WHILE DRIVING OR NOT COME ON AT ALL (INCLUDING THE WASHER). *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20130410
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 GMC SIERRA 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS MALFUNCTIONED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120927
5 of 13 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing windshield wiper/washer and switch/wiring.
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WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORK INTERMITTENTLY AND SOMETIMES NOT AT ALL. GMC HAS INFORMED ME THAT PAST RECALLS DO NOT APPLY TO MY VIN. *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20060807
WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORK INTERMITTENTLY AND SOMETIMES NOT AT ALL. GMC INFORMED ME THAT PAST RECALLS DO NOT APPLY TO MY VIN. *JB
NHTSA ODI report, 20060807
FOR SEVERAL YEARS, MY WIPERS WOULD INTERMITTENTLY STOP. ON MORE THAN ONE OCCASION IT NEARLY CAUSED A SEVERE ACCIDENT. LATELY THE WIPERS CEASED ALTOGETHER.
NHTSA ODI report, 20060722
2 of 13 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing sidewall.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 GMC SIERRA 1500. THE VEHICLE WAS EQUIPPED WITH FOUR GOODYEAR WRANGLER AUTHORITY TIRES, TIRE SIZE LT265/75R16. THE DOT NUMBER FOR THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE WAS PJW8H01V0515.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150803
1 of 13 total reports mentions: power train.
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I HAD WROTE SOMETHING THAT HAD LIKE 4500 CHARACTERS AND YOU GUYS DID NOT ALLOW ME TO SEND IT THIS IS RIDICULOUS I WILL HAVE TO CUT AND PASTE AND SEND IT IN A EMAIL
NHTSA ODI report, 20180512
Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM and ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
1 of 13 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1994 GMC Sierra 1500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 1994 GMC Sierra 1500 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 Sierra 1500?
The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 GMC Sierra 1500 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.