- The problem
- Knapheide is recalling 108 my 2006-2008 pro series truck beds equipped with an icc bumper which included a provision for a ball hitch. There may be an insufficient weld attaching the hitch channel to the supporting structure.
- The risk
- This could result in bending of the hitch channel or the hitch could be pulled off the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Knapheide will offer two remedies to its customers: (1) for those customers who do not use the hitch, the hitch will be removed from the truck bed and replaced with an icc bumper; or (2) for those customers who need a hitch, a receiver hitch assembly will be added to the existing hitch assembly and all suspect weld joints will be re welded. The recall began on august 15, 2008. Owners may contact knapheide at 1-877-473-5763.
Vehicle safety record
1993 GMC 3500 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1993 GMC 3500 with NHTSA, most often about the visibility & wipers (2) and the wheels & tires (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in July 2008 for the trailer hitches. For comparison, the 1994 has 5.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical 3500 year, for its age
#218 most complained-about 1993 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1993 GMC 3500 problems
Share of all 3 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1993 GMC 3500 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
What owners say
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3 complaints about the 1993 GMC 3500
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
While driving the vehicles tire blew out without warning. *Nlm
Windshield wipers work intermittently due to bad solder joint. Dealer says vehicle is not on recall. *Ak
Windshield wipers stop running after 5 minututes. Consumer has to get out of vehicle and tap the windshield wiper motor to get it running again. Dealer notified. Could result in poor visibility. *Ak
GMC 3500: every year compared
All 3500 years1993 GMC 3500 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 GMC 3500 | 3 | 1 | D | |
| 1993 GMC C1500 | 21 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1993 GMC C15 | 7 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1993 GMC C2500 | 5 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 1993 GMC C Series(light) | 4 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1993 GMC C10 | 3 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 1993 GMC C25 | 2 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 1993 GMC C Series | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1993 GMC C2500 Suburban | 1 | 0 | - | 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 1993 GMC 3500
Does the 1993 GMC 3500 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1993 GMC 3500: trailer hitches (July 2008). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1993 GMC 3500?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the visibility & wipers (2), wheels & tires (1).
How many complaints has the 1993 GMC 3500 had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on May 27, 1998 and the latest on May 19, 2003. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1993 GMC 3500 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 26 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical GMC 3500 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 3500 years have the most complaints?
1994 (5), 1993 (3), 1996 (3). See every GMC 3500 year compared.
What should I do if my 1993 GMC 3500 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