1995 GMC C1500 Problems
- Complaints
- 32filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- —no mileage reported
- 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 1995 GMC C1500 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 32 consumer complaints for the 1995 GMC C1500. The part named most often is brakes, with 10 complaints (31% of the total), followed by air bags (6) and seats (4). Of all complaints, 6 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 4 an injury, 1 a death, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 2 technical service bulletins 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.
- Brakes10 31%
- Air bags6 19%
- Seats4 13%
- Fuel system2 6.3%
- Engine cooling1 3.1%
- Exterior lighting1 3.1%
- Other or unknown1 3.1%
- Seat belts1 3.1%
- Steering1 3.1%
Also reported: Transmission and drivetrain (1), Vehicle speed control (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “Master cylinder and brake booster were replaced due to hard to push pedal or soft/spongy pedal. Since dealership replaced these (2) components, brakes stop with erratic performance. Please describe details.”
NHTSA complaint #817558, filed 1997-10Air bags: “Airbag light continues to stay on which means there is a safety related problem if there was an accident. The dealer and manufacturer have confirmed there is a safety related problem.”
NHTSA complaint #828032, filed 1998-09Seats: “Driver's bucket seat broke. Was on pedestal mounted to floorboard. Was repaired once. Broke again due to the power seat adjuster failing to move seat forward or backwards. Took to dealership & was informed by mechanic that repairs would not be done to seat due to age of vehicle. Owner repaired seat problem the first time.”
NHTSA complaint #855737, filed 2000-01Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “Intermittently while driving 20 MPH in inclement weather the windshield wipers failed. This caused poor visibility to the driver. However, consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10099727, filed 2004-11Complaints 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 1995 GMC C1500 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. 2 on record; the latest 2 are shown.
- 10232287Feb 21, 2023Equipment. This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10246631Sep 1, 2013Engine cooling. Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
Other model years of the GMC C1500
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 15 | 29,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1995 | 32 | — | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 25 | 55,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 21 | 75,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1992 | 17 | 112,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1991 | 5 | 112,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 7 | — | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1988 | 6 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1995 GMC C1500 have?
NHTSA recorded 32 consumer complaints for the 1995 GMC C1500 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1995 GMC C1500 is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 10 complaints (31% of the total), followed by air bags with 6.
Has the 1995 GMC C1500 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.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 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.