1998 GMC Pick UP Problems
- Complaints
- 14filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 74,000miles, 2 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1998 GMC Pick UP (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 14 consumer complaints for the 1998 GMC Pick UP. The part named most often is brakes, with 4 complaints (29% of the total), followed by visibility (3) and engine cooling (2). 2 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 74,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 4 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
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 29%
- Engine cooling2 14%
- Body and structure2 14%
- Electrical system1 7.1%
- Exterior lighting1 7.1%
- Steering1 7.1%
- Vehicle speed control1 7.1%
- Wheels1 7.1%
Example complaints
Brakes: “Wheel cylinder cap cracked, brakes overheated, the dealer replaced both rear with cylinder and bled the brakes, later the dealer found on the ABS system the right rear wheel cylinder was leaking, dealer replaced rear brake shoes and rear wheel cylinder.”
NHTSA complaint #558264, filed 2000-12Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “Windshield wipers work intermittently. While driving and if hitting a bump or something they may completely fail, or come on while in a rain storm. Contacted the dealer. The problem still exists.”
NHTSA complaint #10094292, filed 2004-11, 80,000 milesEngine cooling: “1998 Gmc pickup had the intake manifold gasket replaced and still continues to leak. I'm told by dealers its a nationwide problem and is very costly to repair $600 and my have caused engine damage.”
NHTSA complaint #10010830, filed 2003-03, 68,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
0% of the 2 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 68,000 and 80,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 1998 GMC Pick UP 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. 4 on record; the latest 4 are shown.
- 10112034Jan 28, 2014Body and structure. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables. Technician should not replace any parts for this…
- 10112546Nov 6, 2012Brakes. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its own at a full turn.
- 10016707Sep 28, 2005Transmission and drivetrain. Four wheel drive inoperative and the 4wd service light will illuminate. Diagnosis may reveal that the atc fuse could be open, possible dtc c0308, or various u codes may be set. The encoder motor may…
- 10013496Apr 20, 2005Transmission and drivetrain. 4l80e output carrier thrust washer changes.
Other model years of the GMC Pick UP
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 5 | 22,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2001 | 5 | 76,750 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 12 | 30,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 23 | 49,450 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1998 | 14 | 74,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1997 | 22 | 40,225 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1996 | 19 | 65,016 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1995 | 32 | 88,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1994 | 23 | 114,361 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1993 | 13 | 80,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1992 | 10 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1991 | 6 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 8 | — | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1988 | 5 | 198,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1998 GMC Pick UP have?
NHTSA recorded 14 consumer complaints for the 1998 GMC Pick UP as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1998 GMC Pick UP is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 4 complaints (29% of the total), followed by visibility with 3.
Has the 1998 GMC Pick UP 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 1998 GMC Pick UP reported?
Among the 2 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 74,000 miles and the middle half falls between 68,000 and 80,000 miles; 0% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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.