Is the 1999 GMC Sierra 3500 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 Sierra 3500?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 GMC Sierra 3500 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

1999 GMC Sierra 3500

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1999 GMC Sierra 3500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:46:31.331Z

Only 19 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 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 19
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

1999: 19 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1996	1
1997	10
1998	12
1999	19
2000	26
2001	36
2002	20
2003	7
2004	24
2005	24
2006	11
2007	16
2008	25
2009	5
2010	2
2011	20
2012	9
2013	14
2014	7
2015	30
2016	19
2017	13
2018	14
2019	13
2020	51
2021	20
2022	32
2023	28
2024	49
2025	17
2026	3

Known problem areas

Only 19 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

10 of 19 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

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Bought a 1999 GMC Sierra 3500 4DOOR 8FT. Bed with 30000 miles on it in 2001. First brake line rusted out in 2005. Second line from front to back rusted and broke 2008. Fuel line rusted and leaked gas all over my driveway 2010. Today that same truck?

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-05

Also filed under Structure

I was driving in town closing in on an intersection as the light began to change red, two sedans were in front of me so I applied my brakes allowing plenty of time to stop when without warning the brake pedal sunk quickly to the floor and did not...

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-17

Tires

3 of 19 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.

Structure

3 of 19 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments and underbody shields.

INJURY

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GMC Savanna & chevy express/sierra van side doors (60/40's ?).

NHTSA ODI report, 2005-05-21

Seats

2 of 19 total reports mention: seats.

CRASHINJURY

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I was traveling home on fwy where I was involved in a chain reaction auto accident . I was the number 3 out of a total of 6 involved. I struck the car in front at appox 5 miles an hour. Was then rear ended by a SUV going approx 30 miles an hour.

NHTSA ODI report, 2000-10-20

Consumer states seat frame broke in 07/02, consumer had repaired. Seat frames broke again on 9-21 causing a collision.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-09-24

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 19 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and gasoline.

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing…

Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).

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2007-11-08Equipment07E088000 Certain honeywell fram racing brand HP4 and HP8 oil filters that were manufactured from May 25, 2006, through September 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above.…

Remedy: Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during November 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.

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Date not on fileEquipment adaptive/mobility04V562000 On certain vans equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. Sure-lok will handle the repairs for this campaign. Owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or mobilityworks at 1-800-769-8267.

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Buy-smart checklist

1999 GMC Sierra 3500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Service brakes: 10 reports on file for this year.
Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.
Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 04V562000 · Equipment adaptive/mobility
Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 07E088000 · Equipment

FAQ

Is the 1999 GMC Sierra 3500 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 Sierra 3500?: The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 53% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 GMC Sierra 3500 have?: 3 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.