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GMC C15 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every C15 from 1990 to 1996: 37 owner complaints and 25 recalls across 7 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1995 (10), 1993 (7), 1994 (7).

GMC C15
Photo: Karrmann · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Seats15
Brakes (hydraulic)6
Electrical4
Steering3
Speed control / throttle3
Transmission & drivetrain2
Body & structure1
Visibility (wipers, glass)1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
199022–
199101–
199226–
199327–
199487–
1995610–
199654–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the GMC C15?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 1995 (10), 1993 (7), 1994 (7).

How many recalls has the GMC C15 had?

Across 1990–1996, NHTSA lists 25 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).