MYRModel Year Report

1993 GMC Sierra

▲ Better than typical
1993 GMC Sierra
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:50:01.566Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
72
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1993

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Visibility

33% of complaints

Complaints per year

1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1987: 1 complaint 1988: 6 complaints 1989: 16 complaints 1989 1990: 18 complaints 1991: 12 complaints 1992: 30 complaints 1993: 72 complaints 1993 72 1994: 190 complaints 1995: 261 complaints 1996: 246 complaints 1997: 238 complaints 1997 1998: 190 complaints 1999: 600 complaints 2000: 443 complaints 2001: 264 complaints 2001 2002: 249 complaints 2003: 206 complaints 2004: 188 complaints 2005: 117 complaints 2005 2006: 53 complaints 2007: 59 complaints 2008: 68 complaints 2009: 37 complaints 2009 2010: 34 complaints 2011: 43 complaints 2012: 29 complaints 2013: 39 complaints 2013 2014: 101 complaints 2015: 53 complaints 2016: 6 complaints 2017: 61 complaints 2017
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 6 complaints 1989: 16 complaints 1989 1990: 18 complaints 1991: 12 complaints 1991 1992: 30 complaints 1993: 72 complaints 1993 72 1994: 190 complaints 1995: 261 complaints 1995 1996: 246 complaints 1997: 238 complaints 1997 1998: 190 complaints 1999: 600 complaints 1999 2000: 443 complaints 2001: 264 complaints 2001 2002: 249 complaints 2003: 206 complaints 2003 2004: 188 complaints 2005: 117 complaints 2005 2006: 53 complaints 2007: 59 complaints 2007 2008: 68 complaints 2009: 37 complaints 2009 2010: 34 complaints 2011: 43 complaints 2011 2012: 29 complaints 2013: 39 complaints 2013 2014: 101 complaints 2015: 53 complaints 2015 2016: 6 complaints 2017: 61 complaints 2017
1982: 1 complaint 1982 1983: 2 complaints 1987: 1 complaint 1987 1988: 6 complaints 1989: 16 complaints 1989 1990: 18 complaints 1991: 12 complaints 1991 1992: 30 complaints 1993: 72 complaints 1993 72 1994: 190 complaints 1995: 261 complaints 1995 1996: 246 complaints 1997: 238 complaints 1997 1998: 190 complaints 1999: 600 complaints 1999 2000: 443 complaints 2001: 264 complaints 2001 2002: 249 complaints 2003: 206 complaints 2003 2004: 188 complaints 2005: 117 complaints 2005 2006: 53 complaints 2007: 59 complaints 2007 2008: 68 complaints 2009: 37 complaints 2009 2010: 34 complaints 2011: 43 complaints 2011 2012: 29 complaints 2013: 39 complaints 2013 2014: 101 complaints 2015: 53 complaints 2015 2016: 6 complaints 2017: 61 complaints 2017

1993: 72 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19821
19832
19871
19886
198916
199018
199112
199230
199372
1994190
1995261
1996246
1997238
1998190
1999600
2000443
2001264
2002249
2003206
2004188
2005117
200653
200759
200868
200937
201034
201143
201229
201339
2014101
201553
20166
201761

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Visibility

33% · 24 reports

Most commonly citing motor and windshield wiper/washer.

CRASH
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The windshield wipers were inoperative. A recall had been issued, however, it did not apply to consumer's vehicle identification number.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-05

Windshield wipers were experiencing the same defect as stated in recall 02 v 280 000, but this vehicle wa snot included in recall due to VIN.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-04

Seats

21% · 15 reports

Most commonly citing recliner and mid/rear assembly.

CRASH

Service brakes

17% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH

Power train

17% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and column shift.

CRASHINJURY

Engine and engine cooling

10% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing gasoline and gas recirculation valve (egr valve).

FIREINJURY
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I went out one morning and started my truck and heard a rattle noise coming from the engine. I got out and opened the hood.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-07-24

Engine compartment fire.(Ohio state police report)

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-10-10

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    1993-10-21Seats93V163000 The rear bench seat does not meet the load requirements of FMVSS 207, "Seating systems," Because the manual latch mechanism on the folding full bench rear seat was attached to the back frame lower…

    Remedy: The rivets must be replaced with the correct bolts.

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    1994-03-30Fuel system, other94V044001 Vehicles altered by pas, inc. Have compressed natural gas fuel tanks that can develop stress corrosion, which crack the e-glass wrapping. This stress corrosion cracking can lead to tank ruptures.

    Remedy: GM is offering to exchange these vehicles with a comparably equipped 1994 gasoline 1/2 or 3/4 ton GM pickup. If the owner chooses not to exchange the natural gas vehicle, GM will repurchase the…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. R
    2008-12-17Exterior lighting08E050000 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…

    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1993 GMC Sierra — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Visibility: 24 reports on file for this year.
  • Seats: 15 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 12 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 93V163000 · Seats
  • Recall 94V044001 · Fuel system, other
  • Recall 08E050000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1993 GMC Sierra reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1993 GMC Sierra is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1993 GMC Sierra?
The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1993 GMC Sierra 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.