Consumer called complaining about hydraulic brake problems. The consumer had taken the wheel off and the problem was the hose from the hydraulic brakes. The manufacturer or dealer were not contacted at the time of this call. *Ak age and heat may have caused the hose to expand inward because of the clamp support around it, because it did not expand outward which shut off the normal flow of brake fluid. The vehicle did not brake evenly for three years prior to the problem , but now with the new hoses, the vehicle now brakes as designed. *Scc *jb
Vehicle safety record
1985 GMC 1500 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1985 GMC 1500 with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1) and the electrical system (1). Those complaints describe 1 fire. There are no recalls for it.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 1500 year, for its age
#79 most complained-about 1985 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1985 GMC 1500 problems
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No recalls for the 1985 GMC 1500
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1985 GMC 1500. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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3 complaints about the 1985 GMC 1500
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Transmission is making a loud noise underneath the vehicle. Vehicle will shut down and will not restart. *Ak
Was turning vehicle in snow when it stalled out. Noticed smoke coming from under hood. Lifted hood & noticed flames coming from engine area. The cab area of the vehicle was destroyed. *Ak
GMC 1500: every year compared
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 3 | 0 | C |
1985 GMC 1500 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 GMC 1500 | 3 | 0 | C | |
| 1985 GMC C Series(light) | 4 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1985 GMC C/K Pickup | 2 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1985 GMC C1500 | 1 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1985 GMC C35 | 1 | 3 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1985 GMC 1500
Does the 1985 GMC 1500 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1985 GMC 1500 right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 1985 GMC 1500?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1), electrical system (1), engine & cooling (1).
How many complaints has the 1985 GMC 1500 had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on March 15, 1999 and the latest on September 23, 2003. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1985 GMC 1500 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 42 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical GMC 1500 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which GMC 1500 years have the most complaints?
1994 (29), 1996 (24), 1990 (8). See every GMC 1500 year compared.
What should I do if my 1985 GMC 1500 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data