- The problem
- Vehicle description: extended cab pickup trucks and 4-door utility vehicles. The rear brake line can contact the left front fender wheel house inner panel just above the chassis frame. A hole could be worn in the brake line allowing a loss of brake fluid.
- The risk
- Rear brake effectiveness could be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will relocate the brake line positioning clip, inspect the brake line for wear, and if necessary, replace the brake line.
Vehicle safety record
1998 GMC C10753 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1998 GMC C10753 with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in September 1998 for the hoses, lines / piping, and fittings.
NHTSA data checked
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1998 GMC C10753 problems
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1998 GMC C10753 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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1 complaints about the 1998 GMC C10753
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Tl*the contact owns a 1998 gmc c10753. While driving 35 mph and engaging the brake pedal the vehicle lunged forward and crashed into the vehicle in front of him. The vehicle was towed to his residence. The dealer was not notified; however, an appointment was scheduled so that the mechanic could diagnose the failure and send a report to the insurance company. Nhtsa campaign id number: 98v226000, component: service brakes, hydraulic foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings includes the identical...
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failure that the contact has experienced; however, the dealer confirmed that the vin was not included in the recall. The failure occurred for 4 years. The contact also stated that his brakes are adjusted every 4 months. The vehicle will be repaired at the owners expense. The failure mileage was 135000 and the current mileage was unknown.
1998 GMC C10753 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 GMC C10753 | 1 | 1 | - | |
| 1998 GMC C/K Pickup | 11 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1998 GMC C Series | 2 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1998 GMC Blazer | 2 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1998 GMC C/K Series | 2 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 1998 GMC C/K 3500 | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1998 GMC C/K Suburban (GMC) | 1 | 0 | B | Compare |
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Questions about the 1998 GMC C10753
Does the 1998 GMC C10753 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1998 GMC C10753: hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (September 1998). 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 1998 GMC C10753?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1).
How many complaints has the 1998 GMC C10753 had?
1 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 28, 2009 and the latest on October 28, 2009. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
What should I do if my 1998 GMC C10753 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