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
Vehicle safety record
1994 GMC 1500 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 29 complaints about the 1994 GMC 1500 with NHTSA, most often about the visibility & wipers (11) and the seats & seat belts (5). Those complaints describe 2 crashes. There are no recalls for it.
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FFar more problems than a typical 1500 year, for its age
#101 most complained-about 1994 vehicle
- Complaints
- 29
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 2
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1994 GMC 1500 problems
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No recalls for the 1994 GMC 1500
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1994 GMC 1500. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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29 complaints about the 1994 GMC 1500
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners. Page 1 of 2.
1994 Gmc sierra pickup ([[redacted]]) gm has 2 recalls for windshield wiper motor problems on 1994 and newer pickups and suvs (recall 98043 and special policy adjustment 02054a). My vehicle has the same problem noted in the recalls: intermittent wiper operation resulting from cracked solder joints on the wiper motor control's printed circuit board at its connection to the wiring harness. But, because my vin does not match those in the recall, I am left to deal with this problem on my own. I have been living...
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with this for a few years because I don't have the time or money to fix it. And, my brief internet research reveals numerous other gm owners in the same situation ... The same problem identified in the recall but left in the cold by gm because of vin number exclusions. My call to gm revealed that the recall was limited to vehicles manufactured at certain plants, because only those plants used parts from "defective batches." The root cause of the problem (bad solder joints) seems to me a design issue (failure to mitigate vibration, too rigid a connection between the wiring connector and pcb?), Not a manufacturing defect (bad batch of material, improperly soldered joint?). Same symptoms resulting from the same failure on the same part with the same part number? When I pressed the customer service rep. On this question (vin number and parts batch are irrelevant if it is a design flaw, which I think it is), I got the proverbial run-around. And, my wipers still don't work. *Nm updated 07/24/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Windshield wipers run intermittently severely limitiing visibility which could result in a crash. Gmc notified me that my vehicle vin number was not part of the wiper motor replacement recall even though I am experiencing the same problem.*Ak
While driving vehicle in the rain windshield wipers failed. This caused the driver to pull off the road. Consumer contacted dealership, but problem recurred. *Ak
Windshield wipers failed intermittenly. A recall was issued. However, this vehicle was not included due to vin. *Ak
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. *La
Consumer states he is having a problem with his gmc 1500 once he puts the key in the ignition and starts the vehicle. When it is time to turn the vehicle off he cannot cut it off. It is hard to engage the the swift level to park and remove the key. He is killing the starter. Consumer has worked on trucks for a long time and has never encountered this type of problem.*Ak
A faulty bolt caused the driver's seat to break. When the bolt broke it was hard to see out of the windshield *nlm
Windshield wipers malfuntioned stoped working. Has been unreliable since then.
Brake light will not work. Dealer notified, and repaired/ replaced fuses. Brake light still not working.*Ak
While driving 65mph in rain windshield wipers stopped working.*Ak
While driving 35mph in the rain, windshield wipers just shut off, causing driver to brake. Driver has no confidence in wiper operation. *Ak this part was recalled #98v150, however this vehicle was not included due to the vin. The windshield wipers intermittently work. *Jg
Brakes willnot hold when they get hot, pedal is soft and goes al the way to the floor, dealership is aware of problem.*Ak consumer stated this conversion van front brake pads only lasts 14000 this is the 4th set of brake pads.*Slc
Windshield wipers failed to work properly when in use. Problem is intermittent. Had taken to dealer, and was informed by mechanic no technical service bulletin for wipers. Vehicle at dealer's. *Ak
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. *Ak the driveline experiences a clunk. The trip setter is faulty, consumer is waiting for dealer to replaced the dash/gauge assembly. *Slc
The tread separated off two new uniroyal laredo p235/75r15m+s tires within one month after they were installed on the gmc pickup. *Ak (dot number: aphlf3u343 tiresize: p235/75r15)
Driver's and passenger's automatic seatbelts will not release. They are stuck or jammed. Consumer is not able to fasten seatbelts. Consumer took vehicle to dealer, and they repaired the drivers side. But, passenger's side still is not usable.*Ak
Windshield wiper motor just quit working, consumer was unable to see clearly.*Ak
Vehicle was parked inside of garage, and it rolled out of the garage into a tree. Consumer stated that this was the third time this happened. *Ak
Intake manifold has cracked, causing gasoline to seap through. Manufacturer has been contacted. *Ak
While driving about forty mph went to change lanes, and steering wheel would not turn left or right, causing consumer to crash. *Ak
Seat latch was repaired under manufacturer's recall 94c62, oct. 20,1997. Since then has broken again on 0ct. 2,1999. Dealer has been contacted. *Ak
In a heavy rain storm windshield wipers failed. Heard a buzzing noise in the motor. Contacted dealer & manufacturer. *Ak
When driving at any speed and applying the brakes, brake pedal goes straight to the floorboard. Three or four instances over the past years but two instances so far this year 1999. Dealer can't determine cause of the problem. *Ak
Abs brake system failed.Went to purchase new tires and was told rotors were shotted.
GMC 1500: every year compared
All 1500 years1994 GMC 1500 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 GMC 1500 | 29 | 0 | F | |
| 1994 GMC C1500 | 25 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1994 GMC C15 | 7 | 10 | F | Compare |
| 1994 GMC C Series(light) | 6 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1994 GMC 3500 | 5 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1994 GMC C/K Suburban (GMC) | 3 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1994 GMC C/K Pickups | 2 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1994 GMC C Series(medium) | 1 | 0 | A | 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 1994 GMC 1500
Does the 1994 GMC 1500 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1994 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 1994 GMC 1500?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the visibility & wipers (11), seats & seat belts (5), brakes (4).
How many complaints has the 1994 GMC 1500 had?
29 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 15, 1997 and the latest on June 19, 2017. Of these, 2 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1994 GMC 1500 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 4 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than 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 1994 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