1998 Chevrolet GMT 400 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

No safety recalls on file

The 1998 Chevrolet GMT 400 has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (1 report).

0Recalls
4Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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1998 Chevrolet GMT 400 recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 1998 Chevrolet GMT 400.

Most common 1998 Chevrolet GMT 400 problems

Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Exterior Lighting1
Visibility/Wiper1
Electrical System1
Air Bags1

What owners report

2024-05-23, Air Bags
The contact owns a 1998 Chevrolet GMT-400. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the driver’s and passenger’s side air bags deployed independently. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.
2024-02-29, Electrical System
The contact owns a 1998 Chevrolet Silverado GMT-400. The contact stated that the high blower relay circuit wiring connector melted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer refused to diagnose the failure without a diagnostic test fee being paid. The vehicle was taken to two dealers and the contact was informed that the diagnostic test fee needed to be paid. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 220,000.
2023-11-29, Visibility/Wiper
The wiper motor stops working only works when it wasn't to when it rains i cant drive anywhere to hard to see when it rains which becomes a hazard for other drivers on the road i wrote about this 10 years ago and heard nothing back then so i try again except now it rarely works so i dont drive it in the rain at all
2023-10-19, Exterior Lighting
The concern involves yellowing plastic headlights lenses on all vehicle manufacturers. Visibility is compromised while driving at night. Yes autobody repair shop replaced headlight assembly. No, certain plastic headlight cover lenses yellow/darken/frost with time or driving conditions

1998 Chevrolet GMT 400 questions

Does the 1998 Chevrolet GMT 400 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 1998 Chevrolet GMT 400 at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Chevrolet GMT 400?

Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (1), Visibility/Wiper (1), Electrical System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Chevrolet GMT 400 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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