- The problem
- Three bolts which attach the sill that supports the base of the seat were omitted; therefore vehicles do not comply with fmvss 210 and fmvss 207. Consequence of defect: in the event of a crash, the floor plate could buckle along the inboard side causing the seat pedestal to be imbalanced, and increasing the likelihood of injury to the seat occupant.
- The fix
- INSTALL MISSING BOLTS.
Vehicle safety record
1985 GMC P35 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1985 GMC P35 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in August 1986 for the seats.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical P35 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1985 GMC P35 recalls 4
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
- During a combined cornering and braking maneuver, the tie rod end could contact the tire wall. Consequence of defect: this contact can cause grooving of the tire, which could eventually result in tire failure and possibly a vehicle crash without prior warning.
- The fix
- Replace 16" wheels and tires with 19 1/2" wheels and tires; also, replace speedometer gear to compensate for new size wheels and tires.
- 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.
- The problem
- The fan blade, when subjected to high stress levels, can fatigue and break apart at the hub while the engine is running. Consequence of defect: if breakage occurs while hood is open, a person working under the hood or near the truck could be struck by a blade part and be injured.
- The fix
- REPLACE ENGINE FAN.
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GMC P35: every year compared
All P35 years1985 GMC P35 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 GMC P35 | 0 | 4 | F | |
| 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 P35
Does the 1985 GMC P35 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 1985 GMC P35: seats (August 1986); tie rod assembly (August 1986); rim (November 1985); fan (October 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 P35 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1985 GMC P35 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 11 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical GMC P35 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 P35 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