1997 GMC C/K Series Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1997 GMC C/K Series has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Visibility (2 reports).

1Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your C/K Series?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1997 GMC C/K Series recalls

Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer

Recall 03V159Apr 28, 20031,755,876 vehicles affected

Most common 1997 GMC C/K Series problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Visibility2
Steering1

What owners report

2015-04-15, Steering
AFTER DRIVING AT A CONSTANT MODERATE SPEED IN A STRAIGHT LINE, STEERING JERKS WHEN ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A SLIGHT STEERING ADJUSTMENT. *TR
2005-06-03, Visibility
DT: CONSUMER HAD A PROBLEM W ITH THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR. HAD IT FIXED AT A FILLING STATION. HE IS COMPLAINING THAT HIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL AND WOULD LIKE A REFUND. *AK
2003-03-06, Visibility
WINDSHIELD WIPERS QUIT WHILE GOING DOWN INTERSTATE 40 AT 70 MPH RESULTING IN FIVE SECONDS OF SHEER TERROR WHILE I COULD NOT SEE BEYOND MY WINDSHIELD. THEY THEN STARTED AGAIN AND NOW WORK PURELY AT THEIR OWN DISCRETION.*JB

1997 GMC C/K Series questions

Does the 1997 GMC C/K Series have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1997 GMC C/K Series: Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 GMC C/K Series?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (2), Steering (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1997 GMC C/K Series 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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