- The problem
- The wheel may develop cracks between the disc and rim. Consequence of defect: if this occurs and is not noticed, the crack could increase around the rim, resulting in separation of the rim from the disc, loss of control and an accident may occur.
- The fix
- Replace wheels having the suspected manufacturing code number.
Vehicle safety record
1985 GMC K35 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1985 GMC K35 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in November 1985 for the rim.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical K35 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1985 GMC K35 recalls 3
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
- Rim information may have been omitted on certification label installed on the left front door. Consequence of defect: these trucks do not conform with fmvss 120, tire selections and rims for vehicles other than passenger cars.
- The fix
- INSTALL NEW CORRECTED LABELS.
- The problem
- Certain trucks do not comply with fmvss 108, "lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment." The trucks were assembled without the roof marker lamps. Consequence of defect: safe operation of the trucks during darkness or reduced visibility would be impaired.
- The fix
- INSTALL ROOF MARKER LAMPS.
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No complaints about the 1985 GMC K35 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 K35: every year compared
All K35 years1985 GMC K35 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 GMC K35 | 0 | 3 | D | |
| 1985 GMC C Series(light) | 4 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1985 GMC 1500 | 3 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1985 GMC C/K Pickup | 2 | 0 | A | Compare |
| 1985 GMC C1500 | 1 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1985 GMC C35 | 1 | 3 | D | 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 1985 GMC K35
Does the 1985 GMC K35 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1985 GMC K35: rim (November 1985); labels (May 1985); exterior lighting (February 1985). 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 1985 GMC K35 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1985 GMC K35 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 35 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical GMC K35 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.
What should I do if my 1985 GMC K35 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