GMC Pickup years to avoid
Across 1988–2002, no single Pickup year stands out as one to avoid by our thresholds. The 1997 drew the most complaints; 1991 the fewest.
149
Total complaints
2
Recall campaigns
1988–2002
Years covered
0
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Every Pickup year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 5 | 0 | |
| 2001 | 6 | 0 | |
| 2000 | 15 | 0 | |
| 1999 | 25 | 1 | |
| 1998 | 22 | 2 | |
| 1997 | 28 | 2 | |
| 1996 | 12 | 2 | |
| 1995 | 14 | 2 | |
| 1994 | 9 | 2 | |
| 1993 | 2 | 0 | |
| 1992 | 5 | 0 | |
| 1991 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1990 | 5 | 0 | |
| 1988 | 1 | 0 |
Common questions
What is the best year for the GMC Pickup?
By complaint volume, 1991 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Pickup years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the GMC Pickup have?
Across all model years, the Pickup has 2 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 149 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.