1991 GMC Sonoma
Only 29 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 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 29
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1991
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1991: 29 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 1 |
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1991 | 29 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 58 |
| 1994 | 227 |
| 1995 | 214 |
| 1996 | 148 |
| 1997 | 111 |
| 1998 | 156 |
| 1999 | 57 |
| 2000 | 136 |
| 2001 | 89 |
| 2002 | 57 |
| 2003 | 39 |
| 2004 | 0 |
| 2005 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 29 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
14 of 29 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Engine and engine cooling
4 of 29 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and exhaust system.
Show complaint excerpts
Engine compartment fire.(Ohio state police report)
NHTSA ODI report, 1996-11-14
Problem with exhaust pipe on muffler.*mr the consumer was referred to a muffler shop to have a patch put on the front header pipe and was not given any option to have it fixed…
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-10-21
Consumer had to replace the rear brake shoes and tail pipe. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for exhaust repair. The dealer suggested that eh consumer take the vehicle to the muffler shop for a header pipe patch.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-14
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Electrical system
3 of 29 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing front underhood and alternator/generator/regulator.
Power train
3 of 29 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission and pedal/hand lever(motorcycle).
Structure
2 of 29 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing frame and members and door.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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1994-06-17Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-10-31 ABS braking system fails
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2000-05-31Service brakes, hydraulic99V193000 Vehicle description: certain 4-wheel drive pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with ABS (Antilock braking system) manufactured from September 1989 through August 1996. Under certain…
Remedy: Dealers will replace or repair the 4-wheel/2-wheel drive switch.
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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).
Buy-smart checklist
1991 GMC Sonoma — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 14 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 99V193000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Other years of this model
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- Is the 1991 GMC Sonoma 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 1991 GMC Sonoma?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 48% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1991 GMC Sonoma 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.