- The problem
- Vehicle description: crew cab pickup trucks. The front, inner corner of the fuel tank can contact the body sill either intermittently or constantly. This movement can cause a discernible noise and, over time, can wear a hole in or crack the fuel tank at point of contact.
- The risk
- This condition can result in fuel leakage and a distinct fuel odor if the tank were filled above the level of the hole or crack. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could result.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the fuel tank for wear and, either install a spacer between the fuel tank and the front crossmember, or if necessary, replace the fuel tank.
Vehicle safety record
1995 GMC C15 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the 1995 GMC C15 with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (4) and the acceleration & cruise control (2). Those complaints describe 3 crashes and 1 injury. It is covered by 7 recalls, the latest in August 1998 for the tank assembly. For comparison, the 1994 has 7 and the 1996 has 4.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical C15 year, for its age
#168 most complained-about 1995 vehicle
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 7
- Crashes
- 3
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1995 GMC C15 problems
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1995 GMC C15 recalls 7
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
- The problem
- Vehicle description: extended cab and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with reclining seats and the easy-entry feature. These vehicles exhibit a condition in which a pinch point exists in the recliner mechanism that can trap and pinch a person's hand or finger(s) when the easy-entry feature is activated.
- The risk
- This pinching can cut the hand or possibly sever the finger(s) without prior warning.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a protector cover over the recliner mechanism.
- The problem
- These vehicles were assembled with the throttle cable contacting the dash mat which could bind the throttle. This does not meet with the maximum return times required by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 124, "Accelerator control systems."
- The risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: the engine speed may not return to idle increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect for adequate throttle cable to dash mat clearance, and if there is insufficient clearance, cut out a portion of the dash mat to provide proper clearance.
- The problem
- The seat recliner to seat frame attaching bolts on these vehicles could loosen, fatigue and fracture, allowing the seat back to suddenly recline.
- The risk
- If this were to occur to the driver's seat, this could result in a sudden loss of vehicle control increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
- The fix
- Dealers will remove all foam and/or fabric sandwiched between the recliner assembly and the seat frame, install washers between the seat recliner and the seat frame at each attachment point, and install new attaching bolts torqued to a higher specification. These corrections will be made to both the driver's and passenger's seats.
- The problem
- The steering column upper intermediate-shaft nut may not be torqued to proper specifications. The nut could loosen and detach allowing the through-bolt that secures the upper intermediate-shaft to the lower steering column shaft joint to fall out.
- The risk
- This loose engagement can provide noticeable noise and abnormal steering feeling to the driver and, if left unattended, the steering shafts can separate resulting in a loss of steering control.
- The fix
- Dealers will torque the suspect fasteners to the proper specifications.
- The problem
- These vehicles were built with front seat belt systems with no energy management loops and may not meet the head injury criteria requirements of fmvss no. 208, "Occupant crash protection."
- The risk
- In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupants of these seats may not be properly restrained.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the retractor portion of the seat belt assembly(s) with one having the newly designed energy-management twin-loop system.
- The problem
- If both the lap-belt and shoulder-belt energy management loops on the front seat belt assemblies release at or near the same time, acceleration forces can cause the buckle release mechanism to activate and allow the buckle to separate from the latch.
- The risk
- If the buckle released, the system would fail to provide adequate occupant restraint protection.
- The fix
- Dealers will remove the stitching that creates the energy management loop in the shoulder belt(s).
What owners say
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10 complaints about the 1995 GMC C15
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The dealership will not make an appointment with him dealing with recall 96v051000. *Ak
When applying the brakes, pedal goes to the floor and the stopping distance has increased.The vehicle has abs.Please describe. *Ak
Went to dealership they said they don't hve anything on the recall and would not remedy it. Please describe. *Ak
The recall letter states that the work be done in 5days. They picked up the truc 7 days later and the recall part was not fixed. Please describe. *Ak
Abs: while towing a trailer in stop/go traffic, dry surface; abs would not allow wheel lock up; ran into another truck; solely because of abs failure. Tt
Abs brakes failed while pulling in driveway-hit another auto but no injuries. Tt
Had accident and drivers air bag did not deploy- injuried back. Tt
BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE, LOSS OF BRAKING SYSTEM. TT
While driving, steering wheel became inoperative due to bolt missing of fallen out. Please describe details. *Ak
Manual transmission 5 speed , clutch jumps causing the vehicle to stall while driving. Tt
GMC C15: every year compared
All C15 years1995 GMC C15 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 GMC C15 | 10 | 7 | F | |
| 1995 GMC C1500 | 32 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1995 GMC C2500 | 8 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 1995 GMC C Series(light) | 7 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1995 GMC C25 | 3 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 1995 GMC C/K Series | 2 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1995 GMC Bus | 1 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1995 GMC C Series | 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 1995 GMC C15
Does the 1995 GMC C15 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 1995 GMC C15: tank assembly (August 1998); seats (March 1997); vehicle speed control (April 1996); seats (March 1996) and more. 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 1995 GMC C15?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (4), acceleration & cruise control (2), seats & seat belts (1).
How many complaints has the 1995 GMC C15 had?
10 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on May 9, 1995 and the latest on July 15, 1996. Of these, 3 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 1995 GMC C15 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 11 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical GMC C15 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 C15 years have the most complaints?
1995 (10), 1993 (7), 1994 (7). See every GMC C15 year compared.
What should I do if my 1995 GMC C15 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