1998 GMC Z-71
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 4 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 3 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 3 total reports mentions: visibility.
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WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORK ONLY OCCCASIONALY. HAVE TO RAISE HOOD AND WIGGLE THE WIRES AND SOMETIMES BUMP THE MOTOR TO GET THEM STARTED. THEY WILL ALSO SPEED UP AND OR SLOW DOWN ON THEIR OWN.*AK
NHTSA ODI report, 20040421
1 of 3 total reports mentions: steering.
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TRUCK TO VEERED OFF ROAD INTO A DITCH, NO CONTROL IN STEERING, NO FURTHER PROBLEMS WITH STEERING UNTIL 10/99, CODE SENSOR ON STEERING REPLACED. CJ
NHTSA ODI report, 20010228
1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
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WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, DRIVER COULD NOT STOP THE TRUCK, TRUCK TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP, THE POWER VACCUM BRAKE BOOSTER WAS REPLACED, NO BRAKES AGAIN, MASTER CYLINDER REPLACED AT 60,024. CJ
NHTSA ODI report, 20010228
1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
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WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, DRIVER COULD NOT STOP THE TRUCK, TRUCK TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP, THE POWER VACCUM BRAKE BOOSTER WAS REPLACED, NO BRAKES AGAIN, MASTER CYLINDER REPLACED AT 60,024. CJ
NHTSA ODI report, 20010228
1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
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DT: THE CALLER'S VEHICLE SAYS WAS SLOWING DOWN ANTI LOCK BRAKES KICKED IN. THERE WAS A NHTSA RECALL 05V379000 ON THIS MODEL FOR OTHER YEARS, BUT NOT FOR 1998 MODEL YEAR. DEALER HAS NOT BEEN CONTACTED YET.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050921
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1998 GMC Z-71 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1998 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 1998 GMC Z-71?
The most-reported component is visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1998 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.