When starting the vehicle and turning on the headlights, the headlight switch began to smoke . No fire was reported. The cause has yet to be determined. *Jb *sc
Vehicle safety record
1994 GMC 3500 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 1994 GMC 3500 with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1) and the engine & cooling (1). There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 1993 has 3.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical 3500 year, for its age
#184 most complained-about 1994 vehicle
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1994 GMC 3500 problems
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No recalls for the 1994 GMC 3500
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1994 GMC 3500. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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5 complaints about the 1994 GMC 3500
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Engine was leaking oil coming from underneath the pipe, and vehicle lost power. *Ak
Consumer had rear anti lock brakes disconnected because they didn't stop the vehicle. Nlm
Vehicle has the same problem with windshield wiper motor as stated in recall. Dealer has been contacted, and consumer was told that vehicle was not inculded in the recall due to vin#. *Ak
Diesel fuel injector pump caused sudden engine failure and would not restart.
GMC 3500: every year compared
All 3500 years1994 GMC 3500 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 GMC 3500 | 5 | 0 | D | |
| 1994 GMC 1500 | 29 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 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 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 3500
Does the 1994 GMC 3500 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1994 GMC 3500 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 3500?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1), engine & cooling (1), fuel system (1).
How many complaints has the 1994 GMC 3500 had?
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 9, 1998 and the latest on November 22, 2004. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1994 GMC 3500 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 32 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 1994 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