1992 GMC Sierra Problems
- Complaints
- 30filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 178,000miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 15 mpgcombined, 5.0L 8-cyl RWD · 14 city / 17 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1992 GMC Sierra (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 30 consumer complaints for the 1992 GMC Sierra. The part named most often is visibility, with 8 complaints (27% of the total), followed by brakes (7) and seat belts (3). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 0% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 178,000 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 2 a fire, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 1 technical service bulletin for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns covering the rotor filed under the same part.
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.
- Brakes7 23%
- Seat belts3 10%
- Tires3 10%
- Vehicle speed control2 6.7%
- Electrical system1 3.3%
- Engine cooling1 3.3%
- Fuel system1 3.3%
Also reported: Other or unknown (1), Seats (1), Body and structure (1).
Example complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “While driving in heavy rain, the windshield wipers went out. This caused very poor visibility for the driver. Had taken vehicle to dealer & the module was replaced 5 times. Each and every time they failed , there would be no warning.”
NHTSA complaint #836782, filed 1999-04Brakes: “Whenever brakes are applied it causes vehicle to veer to the left. Intermittently when brakes are released, vehicle veers vaguely to the right. Dealer/manufacturer were not notified at this time. Can NHTSA provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #844123, filed 1999-08Seat belts: “We feel that this is a defect, seatbelts are a safety item, if our grandchilden had been with us, we would not have been able to protect them, we cannot drive the vehicle due to having no safety restraints at all, we have contact a dealership and they are ordering the parts, its is costing usmoney that we don't not have. Our truck is only 7 years old and not that many miles on it, the seatbelts should not have broken. They are cheaply made, of plastic with plastic inside the restraint buckle.”
NHTSA complaint #711048, filed 1999-09Tires: “With these tires, I had a tread separate from the tire on my right rear. This caused me to swerve and fishtail across 3 lanes of traffic after the truck was back on all 4 wheels. There was really no warning to me that this was about to happen. It occured on an interstate after I entered it approximately 2 miles back. Luckily, I nor anyone else was injured, however, I feel that this model tire from firestone should also be looked at for defects. …”
NHTSA complaint #727103, filed 2000-08Mileage when problems were reported
0% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 178,000 and 178,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 1992 GMC Sierra version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra 1500 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Sierra 1500 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Sierra 1500 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 15 | 20 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Sierra 1500 2WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 14 | 17 | 15 | $4,450 |
| Sierra 1500 2WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 5-speed manual | 14 | 19 | 15 | $4,450 |
| Sierra 1500 2WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | 5-speed manual | 13 | 18 | 15 | $4,450 |
| Sierra 1500 2WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 13 | 17 | 14 | $4,800 |
| Sierra 1500 2WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | 4-speed manual | 12 | 16 | 14 | $4,800 |
| Sierra 1500 4WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 15 | 18 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Sierra 1500 4WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 13 | 19 | 15 | $4,450 |
| Sierra 1500 4WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | 14 | 17 | 15 | $4,450 |
| Sierra 1500 4WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 12 | 17 | 14 | $4,800 |
| Sierra 1500 4WD | 5.0L 8-cyl | 5-speed manual | 12 | 16 | 13 | $5,150 |
| Sierra 1500 4WD | 5.7L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 11 | 16 | 13 | $5,150 |
6 more EPA-rated versions are not shown.
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 94V044001Apr 5, 1994Fuel system, other › Storage › Tank assemblyCovers: GMC Sierra 1992–1993, Chevrolet C10 1992–1993, GMC C25 1992–1993 +2 more
Vehicles altered by pas, inc. Have compressed natural gas fuel tanks that can develop stress corrosion, which crack the e-glass wrapping. This stress corrosion cracking can lead to tank ruptures.
- 93V119000Aug 2, 1993Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › RotorCovers: GMC Sierra 1988–1992, Chevrolet Blazer 1988–1992, Suburban 1988–1992 +6 more
Severe corrosion due to road salt at the joint of the stamped steel center section and the cast outer section can cause the sections to separate.
- 92V056000Apr 14, 1992Service brakes, hydraulic › Pedals and linkagesCovers: GMC Sierra 1992, Suburban 1992, Yukon 1992 +5 more
The pivot bolt holding the brake pedal to its support bracket may be improperly tightened and may not have engaged the locking material on the bolt. The bolt can disengage from the nut.
Recall details for the 1992 GMC Sierra → · Check a 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.
- 10209734Mar 22, 2022Fuel system, Equipment. This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
Other model years of the GMC Sierra
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 61 | 35,000 | 0 | — | 20 | 54 · Typical | Falling |
| 2016 | 6 | 39,500 | 2 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 2015 | 53 | 2,750 | 6 | — | — | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2014 | 101 | 3,000 | 11 | — | — | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2013 | 39 | 7,250 | 3 | — | 21 | 76 · More | Falling |
| 2012 | 29 | 31,450 | 2 | — | 21 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 43 | 45,000 | 2 | — | 21 | 29 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2010 | 34 | 53,500 | 0 | — | 22 | 11 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2009 | 37 | 42,000 | 1 | — | 21 | 29 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2008 | 68 | 66,850 | 2 | — | — | 23 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2007 | 59 | 70,000 | 2 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2006 | 53 | 43,500 | 4 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2005 | 117 | 60,000 | 9 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2004 | 188 | 49,752 | 7 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2003 | 206 | 55,750 | 6 | — | 13 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2002 | 249 | 40,490 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 264 | 61,500 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 443 | 67,666 | 8 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1999 | 600 | 62,000 | 5 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 190 | 71,500 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 238 | 78,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1996 | 246 | 83,000 | 2 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1995 | 261 | 114,184 | 6 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1994 | 190 | 110,000 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 72 | 75,000 | 2 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 30 | 178,000 | 3 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 12 | 108,500 | 1 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 18 | 115,832 | 1 | — | 15 | — | Stable |
| 1989 | 16 | 187,575 | 1 | — | 15 | — | Stable |
| 1988 | 6 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All GMC Sierra model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1992 GMC Sierra have?
NHTSA recorded 30 consumer complaints for the 1992 GMC Sierra as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1992 GMC Sierra is reported most often?
Visibility is named most often, in 8 complaints (27% of the total), followed by brakes with 7.
Has the 1992 GMC Sierra been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 1992 GMC Sierra get?
The EPA rates the 1992 GMC Sierra (Sierra 1500 2WD, 5.0L 8-cyl) at 15 mpg combined, 14 city and 17 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,450 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 1992 GMC Sierra reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 178,000 miles and the middle half falls between 178,000 and 178,000 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 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
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.