1994 GMC 1500 Problems
- Complaints
- 29filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 111,000miles, 4 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1994 GMC 1500 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 29 consumer complaints for the 1994 GMC 1500. The part named most often is visibility, with 11 complaints (38% of the total), followed by brakes (4) and seats (4). 4 of the complaints include a mileage, and 25% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 111,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes4 14%
- Seats4 14%
- Electrical system3 10%
- Steering2 6.9%
- Equipment1 3.5%
- Fuel system1 3.5%
- Seat belts1 3.5%
- Tires1 3.5%
Also reported: Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “Wipers on my 1994 Gmc pick-up do not work at all times when required. This is a definite safety issue. This problem has occurred routinely for the last several years. Gmc acknowledged other complaints of this nature; however, my vehicle is not covered under their recall orders, my contact with Gmc produced negative results.”
NHTSA complaint #10049372, filed 2003-12, 100,000 milesBrakes: “Brake problem started shortly after purchase. Dealer admitted there was a problem, but was unable to fix problem. Front brakes do all the braking, rear brakes are in new condition after 90000 miles. The driveline experiences a clunk. The trip setter is faulty, consumer is waiting for dealer to replaced the dash/gauge assembly.”
NHTSA complaint #875763, filed 2000-11Seats: “While driving driver's bucket seat collapsed backwards, forcing consumer to hold on to steering wheel and keep control of vehicle. Then he saw that the bolts holding the seat broke.”
NHTSA complaint #837383, filed 1999-05Electrical system: “My brake lights don't work ived tried every thing to fix them and I cant seemed to find the problem I was wondering if the wireing or brake switch were recalls”
NHTSA complaint #10995905, filed 2017-06, 5 milesMileage when problems were reported
25% of the 4 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 100,000 and 122,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1994 GMC 1500 in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 1 on record; the latest 1 are shown.
- 10246631Sep 1, 2013Engine cooling. Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
Other model years of the GMC 1500
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 24 | 74,890 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1994 | 29 | 111,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1990 | 8 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1994 GMC 1500 have?
NHTSA recorded 29 consumer complaints for the 1994 GMC 1500 as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1994 GMC 1500 is reported most often?
Visibility is named most often, in 11 complaints (38% of the total), followed by brakes with 4.
Has the 1994 GMC 1500 been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 1994 GMC 1500 reported?
Among the 4 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 111,000 miles and the middle half falls between 100,000 and 122,000 miles; 25% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.