1997 GMC Pickup
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1997 GMC Pickup. Newest first.
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 with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
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.
Certain e speed racing combination lamps sold as replacement equipment for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
E speed racing will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began may 10, 2006. owners may contact e speed racing 909-923-3636.
Owner complaints
22 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Recall notice regarding vehicle's windshield wipers.*mr the consumer misplaced the recall letter relater to the windshield wipers. the consumer request that another copy be sent so that the recall can be completed. *nm
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
While driving front windshield wipers failed intermittently. Recall 03v159000 was issued on this problem. however, dealership would not repair because this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *ak *nm
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist system
Intermittent surge or boost in power steering assitance. has occurred over the past 1+ yrs . Loose steering . *ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Windshield wiper motor failure. *ak
- Air bags
Air bag light illuminated and shut down the fuses to the entire bag system. cause unknown. *Ak *ts
- Electrical system · Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
Windshield wipers failed to wipe after brief rainstorm . Once the truck dried, the wipers would work. The left and right rear turn signal electrical assemblies failed within 2 weeks of each other and further diagnosis revealed an open circuit in each assembly which caused the turn signal to fail to…
Windshield wipers failed to wipe after brief rainstorm . Once the truck dried, the wipers would work. The left and right rear turn signal electrical assemblies failed within 2 weeks of each other and further diagnosis revealed an open circuit in each assembly which caused the turn signal to fail to flash. Bulb tested good. The personal at the auto parts store stated they had a lot of these assemblies being requested for replacement. I have never had a wreck with my vehicle. I believe this IS a manufacturing defect by gm supplier because the brake light portion would continue to work. *jb *nlm **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis*764581
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
The windshield wipers failed intermittently which caused poor visibility during inclement weather. *nlm
- Fuel system, gasoline
Consumer states wires inside the gas tank leading to the fuel pump were burned, which caused the fuel pump to stop working.*jb
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist system
Unexpected/erratic boost from power steering while driving. *Ak
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist system
If the transducer fails the steering appears to lock up or the car wanders , steering IS erratic. *Ak
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Windshield wipers work intermittently. at times, only one speed of operation IS available. one dealer told me that gm had knowledge of this defect(bad solder joints on circuit board?) but would not issue/initiate a recall or assist owners financially in repair of the problem. *ak
- Tires
I had 2 blowouts within 100 miles while traveling approximately 70 mph the tires were checked for proper inflation prior to the trip. when I took them to my local firestone dealer they were quick to shift the blame and accepted no responsibility. I have since replaced all four of the original…
I had 2 blowouts within 100 miles while traveling approximately 70 mph the tires were checked for proper inflation prior to the trip. when I took them to my local firestone dealer they were quick to shift the blame and accepted no responsibility. I have since replaced all four of the original equipment tires on my truck but thought you might be interested in light of all of the firestone problems. my tires were 16" and didn't seperate, they just blewout. There was still 50% of tread life on the tires at the time of the blowouts. (Tiresize: 245/75r16)( dot number: tire size: 245/75r16 )
- Tires
I had 2 blowouts within 100 miles while traveling approximately 70 mph the tires were checked for proper inflation prior to the trip. when I took them to my local firestone dealer they were quick to shift the blame and accepted no responsibility. I have since replaced all four of the original…
I had 2 blowouts within 100 miles while traveling approximately 70 mph the tires were checked for proper inflation prior to the trip. when I took them to my local firestone dealer they were quick to shift the blame and accepted no responsibility. I have since replaced all four of the original equipment tires on my truck but thought you might be interested in light of all of the firestone problems. my tires were 16" and didn't seperate, they just blewout. (Tiresize: 245/75r16)( dot number: tire size: 245/75r16 )
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Brakes failed to stop vehicle..brakes locked once and would not release. *ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
The tail pipe was hitting the brake line and was too close to put a hitch on.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Knocking sound coming from engine when first cranked up. Dealer replaced main bearing, but noise persisted. They then replaced the lifters and noise still remains. They are now pulling the engine and tearing it down for inspection.
- Suspension › Front
While driving at 60 mph front pulls to the right. Problem IS intermittent. Dealers cannot fix it. *Ak
- Seats
Consumer took vehicle in for recall in the month of march. Dealer did not have the right part for the vehicle.consumer was told by the dealer to wait unitl he will receive a second recall notice. Consumer has received second notice. He has been waiting to get vehicle fixed ever since. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads
Brake pads prematurally wear out. The dealer has replaced the pads two times. Owner states that the pads need to be replaced again. *ak
- Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Steering box failed.
- Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor · Structure › Body › Door
Rotors failed.
- Vehicle speed control
While driving at any given speed and taking foot off the accelerator, the engine continues to keep running. also, it takes about 5 seconds after taking foot off the accelerator for the truck to slow down. consumer contacted the dealer and they told the consumer that's how it suppose to operate, dealer also told consumer that the engine was programmed to run in that manner. *ak
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 100134964L80e output carrier thrust washer changes.
- 634226Subject regarding lubrication of propeller shaft double cardan cv type u-joint centering ball and seat.*nlm
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