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1999 GMC Sierra 2500 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 1999 GMC Sierra 2500 sits mid-pack among Sierra 2500 years: 42 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 57, with 2 recalls and no defect investigations. Reports tied to this model year include one death and 5 injuries, per the complaint records themselves.

The trouble concentrates in one system: brakes issues account for 55% of all reports (23 of 42), far ahead of suspension at 3.

42

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

5

Injuries

1

Deaths

NCAP overall

How does 1999 compare to other Sierra 2500 years?

See all Sierra 2500 years to avoid →

What are the most common 1999 GMC Sierra 2500 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes2355%
Suspension37%
Tires & Wheels37%
Steering25%
Fuel System25%
Lighting25%
Electrical System25%
Transmission12%
Latches & Locks12%
Speed Control12%
Body & Structure12%
Airbags12%

Does the 1999 GMC Sierra 2500 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

07E088000OtherOctober 24, 2007 · 121,680 units

Defect

CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

Remedy

HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.

06E043000Fuel SystemMay 19, 2006 · 88,303 units

Defect

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Remedy

HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

WENT UP TO STORE AND FOUND OUT BRAKES WERE NOT WORKING, PEDAL GOING TO FLOOR. HAD TO AVOID WRECKING. HAULED IT HOME. PURCHASED AND PUT IN NEW MASTER CYLINDER. WENT TO BLEED THE FIRST BRAKE AND FOUND A RUSTED BREAK LINE OVER DRIVER SIDE REAR. COULD HEAR IT SUCKING AIR WHEN I WAS USING THE PUMP TO…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · May 25, 2013

EMPLOYEE DRIVING 1999 GMC 2500 PICKUP TOWING A 2008 TOWMASTER TRAILER LOADED WITH A BOBCAT 325 MINI EXCAVATOR NORTHBOUND ON I-25 AT SAN FELIPE EXIT HEARD A POP, THINKING IT WAS A BLOWN TIRE, TRIED TO PULL OFF TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD. LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, HIT A PASSING CAR, HIT A…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · July 24, 2009 · crash

I WAS MAKING A RIGHT TURN OUT OF A PARKING LOT AND HEARD A LOAD CLUNK. WHEN I GOT HOME I WAS LOOKING FOR THE CAUSE OF THE BANGING AND FOUND THAT THE REAR LEAF SPRING SHACKLE HAD RUSTED SO BAD IT BROKE IN HALF. *TR

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · May 16, 2013

WHEN I TILT THE STEERING WHEEL IN THE UPWARD POSITION ALL HEADLIGHTS GOES OUT/OFF,AND WHEN I TILTED IT TO THE LOWER POSITION ALL HEADLIGHTS COME ON.THIS IS VERY UNSAFE AND OTHER OWNERS OF THIS SAME VEHICLE NEEDS TO KNOW THE SAFETY RISK INVOLVE.THIS VEHICLE IS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION ANYTIME. *TR

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · November 8, 2011

1999 GMC K2500 FUEL GAUGE GOES DOWN TO SHOW HALF A TANK AND STOPS THERE. SHOWS ERRATIC READINGS. VEHICLE CAN RUN OUT OF GAS AND APPEAR TO HAVE APROX. HALF A TANK. *TR

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · May 6, 2008

1999 GMC Sierra 2500 — common questions

Is the 1999 GMC Sierra 2500 reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 42 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Sierra 2500 year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 1999 Sierra 2500 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (23 complaints), suspension (3 complaints), tires & wheels (3 complaints).

Does the 1999 GMC Sierra 2500 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1999 GMC Sierra 2500. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which GMC Sierra 2500 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Sierra 2500 years to avoid are 2003, 2004, 2001, 2002, 2005, 2024, 2020, 2015, 2007, 2011, 2008, 2013, 2012, 2014, 2009, 2010. The cleanest record among Sierra 2500 years belongs to 1994.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.