- The problem
- On certain vans equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.
- The risk
- In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. Sure-lok will handle the repairs for this campaign. Owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or mobilityworks at 1-800-769-8267.
Vehicle safety record
1997 GMC 2500 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1997 GMC 2500 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in November 2004 for the equipment adaptive / mobility.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 2500 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1997 GMC 2500 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
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No complaints about the 1997 GMC 2500 yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
GMC 2500: every year compared
All 2500 years1997 GMC 2500 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 GMC 2500 | 0 | 1 | C | |
| 1997 GMC C/K Pickup | 25 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1997 GMC C/K Series | 3 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1997 GMC B7T042 | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1997 GMC B6 Medium Duty | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1997 GMC C/K Suburban (GMC) | 1 | 0 | B | 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 1997 GMC 2500
Does the 1997 GMC 2500 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1997 GMC 2500: equipment adaptive / mobility (November 2004). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 1997 GMC 2500 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1997 GMC 2500 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical GMC 2500 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.
What should I do if my 1997 GMC 2500 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