GMC C6500 years to avoid
Across 1974–2009, no single C6500 year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1997 drew the most complaints; 2002 the fewest.
5
Total complaints
8
Recall campaigns
1974–2009
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every C6500 year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2007 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2002 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2001 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2000 | 1 | 3 | |
| 1999 | 0 | 4 | |
| 1998 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1997 | 2 | 0 | |
| 1974 | 0 | 1 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the GMC C6500?
By complaint volume, 2002 has the cleanest NHTSA record among C6500 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the GMC C6500 have?
Across all model years, the C6500 has 8 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 5 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.