MYRModel Year Report

1997 GMC Z-71

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1997 GMC Z-71
RENDERED 2026-08-02T14:07:36.775Z

Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, GMC Z-71 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1997 highlighted. 1996: 4 complaints 1996 1997: 8 complaints 1997 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 11 complaints 1999 2000: 4 complaints 2000
1997: 8 complaints
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YearComplaints
19964
19978
19983
199911
20004

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

3 of 8 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY
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A VEHICLE WAS STOPPED ON THE ROADWAY WAITING FOR A VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HIM TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, I SAW THE TWO STOPPED VEHICLES AND WHEN TRYING TO APPLY THE BRAKES ON MY 1997 GMC TRUCK FROM ABOUT 200+ FEET AWAY, THE BRAKE PEDAL JUST BECAME ROCK...

NHTSA ODI report, 20040308

WHEN BRAKING VEHICLE PULLS TO THE LEFT. DEALERSHIP IS NOT ABLE TO DUPLICATE ANY PROBLEMS WITH THE TRUCK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000726

STEERING

2 of 8 total reports mention: steering.

VISIBILITY

1 of 8 total reports mentions: visibility.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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WHEN BRAKING VEHICLE PULLS TO THE LEFT. DEALERSHIP IS NOT ABLE TO DUPLICATE ANY PROBLEMS WITH THE TRUCK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000726

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.

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WHEN BRAKING VEHICLE PULLS TO THE LEFT. DEALERSHIP IS NOT ABLE TO DUPLICATE ANY PROBLEMS WITH THE TRUCK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000726

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1997 GMC Z-71 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1997 GMC Z-71 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 1997 GMC Z-71?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1997 GMC Z-71 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.