- The problem
- Certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, p/nos. Fp10020-11b1, fp10026-11b1, and fp10027-11b1, sold after january 9, 2007, as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles listed above. The universal pressure regulators (upr) were produced without an o'ring and retainer.
- The risk
- FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
- The fix
- Delphi will notify owners and replace the upr free of charge. The recall began on april 23, 2007. Owners can contact delphi at 877-411-8770.
Vehicle safety record
1997 GMC Sonoma Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 1997 GMC Sonoma have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in March 2007 for the pressure relief devices.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical Sonoma year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
1997 GMC Sonoma 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
- Vehicle description: light duty passenger pickup trucks equipped with 4.3L engines. The front brake line can contact the left-hand side of the engine oil pan causing the brake line to wear to the point of brake fluid loss during brake application.
- The risk
- Brake fluid loss can reduce braking effectiveness and increase stopping distances resulting in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the clearance between the oil pan and the brake line. If the clearance is 6mm or less, dealers will install an additional brake line clip and if there was contact between the oil pan and brake line, the front brake line will be replaced.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: extended cab pickup trucks equipped with 60/40 front bench seats and extended cab pickup trucks and 2-door utility vehicles equipped with manual locking recliner bucket seats. The outboard safety belt webbing on the driver's and/or passenger's seat can separate during a frontal impact.
- The risk
- If a separation occurred and there were secondary crash events or vehicle rollover, there would be no belt restraint of the occupant and increased injuries could occur.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a protective cover over the recliner mechanism.
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GMC Sonoma: every year compared
All Sonoma years1997 GMC Sonoma vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 GMC Sonoma | 0 | 3 | C | |
| 1997 GMC C/K Pickup | 25 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 1997 GMC C/K Series | 3 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 1997 GMC B7T042 | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1997 GMC B6 Medium Duty | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1997 GMC C/K Suburban (GMC) | 1 | 0 | B | 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 1997 GMC Sonoma
Does the 1997 GMC Sonoma have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 1997 GMC Sonoma: pressure relief devices (March 2007); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (September 1997); seat belts (June 1997). 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 1997 GMC Sonoma had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 1997 GMC Sonoma a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical GMC Sonoma 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 1997 GMC Sonoma 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