CarRecallWatchThe 1997 GMC Sierra 3500 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (4 reports).
1Recalls
10Owner complaints
4Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1997 GMC Sierra 3500 recalls
Most common 1997 GMC Sierra 3500 problems
Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
What owners report
MY BRAKES FAILED WHEN I GOT INTO A WRECK, THE PEDDLE WENT TO THE FLOOR ITS LIKE MY BRAKES WERE NOT THERE. I HAVE A 97 GMC K3500 4 DOOR LONG BED 4 WHEEL DRIVE, I FELT THAT I SHOULD HAVE BEEN ABLE TO STOP,I ALSO HAVE TO REPLACE MY FRONT BRAKES EVERY YEAR NO MATTER WHAT KIND I BUY. *NLM
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
BRAKE BOOSTER MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING NO BRAKING ABILITY WHICH MAY HAVE RESULTED IN A CRASH. ALSO, DRIVER AND PASSENGER REAR SEATBELTS , WERE LOCKED UP, COULD NOT USE THE SEATBELT AND WON'T PROTECT THE OCCUPANT IN EVENT A CRASH. DEALER REPLACED BOTH SEATBELTS. THE REAR OF CAB WAS NOT WELDED PROPERLY. DEALER HAD TO WELD THE REAR CAB TO FRONT. REAR AXLE SEAL WILL GO OUT, CAUSING OIL TO GO INTO THE BRAKE SHOES, RESULTING IN NO REAR BRAKES. THE ENGINE STALLED. HAD TO GET A REBUILT ENGINE, AND THE MANUFACTURER PUT OUT A TSB BUT HAS NO SOLUTION. *AK THE ENGINE FELL APART JUST AFTER WARRANTY EXPIRED. THE STEERING SUDDENLY LOCKED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS MAKING A TURN. *YH
POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY AT 65 MPH, CAUSING LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES, WHICH COULD HAVE RESULTED IN A CRASH. *AK
THE ABS BRAKING SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING BRAKE PEDAL TO THE FLOOR AND RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE, WHICH ALMOST CAUSE A CRASH. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
1997 GMC Sierra 3500 questions
Does the 1997 GMC Sierra 3500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1997 GMC Sierra 3500: Seats. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 GMC Sierra 3500?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (4), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (4), Power Train (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 GMC Sierra 3500 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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