- The problem
- DUECO Inc. (DUECO), a manufacturer of utility vehicles, is recalling certain Dueco-modified model year 2009-2011 International 4300, 2010 International 4400, 2009 and 2011 International 7400, 2010 Freightliner M2, 2008-2009 GMC C5500, and 2011 Ford F-750 vehicles, equipped with Sure Power DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
- The risk
- Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- DUECO will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the converters, free of charge. The recall began on May 29, 2014. Owners may contact Dueco at 1-800-558-4004.
Vehicle safety record
2009 GMC C5500 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2009 GMC C5500 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in April 2014 for the 12v / 24v / 48v battery.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical C5500 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2009 GMC C5500 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 2009 GMC C5500 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 C5500: every year compared
All C5500 years2009 GMC C5500 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 GMC C5500 | 0 | 1 | A | |
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 333 | 7 | C | Compare |
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 29 | 3 | B | Compare |
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 17 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 2009 GMC Savana 3500 12 Passenger | 5 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2009 GMC Savana 3500 15 Passenger | 5 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2009 GMC Savana 2500 12 Passenger | 4 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2009 GMC Savana Passenger 1500 | 2 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2009 GMC Savana Cargo 1500 | 2 | 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 2009 GMC C5500
Does the 2009 GMC C5500 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 GMC C5500: 12v / 24v / 48v battery (April 2014). 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 2009 GMC C5500 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2009 GMC C5500 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 81 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical GMC C5500 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 C5500 years have the most complaints?
2005 (3), 2003 (2), 2006 (1). See every GMC C5500 year compared.
What should I do if my 2009 GMC C5500 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