1995 GMC Vandura

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1995 GMC Vandura
RENDERED 2026-09-16T18:10:12.489Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, GMC Vandura Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1995 highlighted. 1987: 2 complaints 1987 1989: 2 complaints 1989 1994: 14 complaints 1994 1995: 34 complaints 1995 1996: 4 complaints 1996 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 2 complaints 1999 2000: 1 complaints 2000
1995: 34 complaints
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YearComplaints
19872
19892
199414
199534
19964
19983
19992
20001

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

SERVICE BRAKES 47%

47% of complaints: service brakes — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY
AIR BAGS 12%

12% of complaints: air bags — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal.

CRASH INJURY
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UPON IMPACT, DURING FRONTAL CRASH AT APPROX. 35MPH, 12:00 ON FRONT BUMPER, AIRBAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19961127

VISIBILITY 9%

9% of complaints: visibility — 3 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing windshield and motor.

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VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A PROBLEM WITH THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR. WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORK INTERMITTENTLY, CAUSING POOR VISION OUT OF THE WINDSHIELD WHEN RAINING. *AK GCM ACKNOWLEDES THAT IT HAS THE SAME PROBLEM WITH ITS TRUCKS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050322

STEERING 9%

9% of complaints: steering — 3 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing steering wheel/handle bar and gear box (other than rack and pinion).

POWER TRAIN 9%

9% of complaints: power train — 3 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing differential unit and axle assembly.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19941123 — equipment

BOTH THE SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT (SIR) CAUTION LABEL AND AN ENGINE START LABEL WERE INSTALLED ON THE SAME SIDE OF THE DRIVER'S SUN VISOR. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT C

Remedy: A NEW LABEL, WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, WILL BE SENT DIRECTLY TO OWNERS. OWNERS WILL INSTALL THE LABEL OR CAN HAVE THEIR DEALER INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM.

Campaign 94V227000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1995 GMC Vandura — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (16 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 94V227000 (equipment) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 1995 GMC Vandura 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 1995 GMC Vandura?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1995 GMC Vandura have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.