First off the truck was manufactured in canada. Not sure if that's relevant or not? The steering on this truck has gotten pretty scary at times. The wheel will get hard to turn then it will be normal, then it get super easy so that you oversteer. It happens in both directions. I've tried bringing it to a dealer twice but the problems is intermitant which makes it even more dangerous and harder to diagnose. I noticed someone else is having the same problem. I'm still looking for a resolution to this problem my feeling is I'm not the only one.
The worst 1998 GMC C Series problems
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Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1998 GMC C Series 73
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Saab/hummer/gm: diagnostic tips/recommendations when power steering pump replacement is necessary....
- Effect of steering box limiter adjustment on turning radius and possibility of power steering system...
- Engine stall, no start, hard start condition
- Some customers and dealers may comment on accelerated uneven brake pad wear on some vehicle with...
- Subject regarding service diagnosis/recommendations for inoperative air conditioning systems
- Subject regarding revised drum brakes component specifications
- Subject regarding revised drum brakes component specifications for pickup and utility models
- Special policy adjustment for vehicles experiencing a failure of the electronic diesel fuel injection...
- Some customers and dealers may comment on accelerated uneven brake pad wear on F6-7 medium duty tilt cab...
- Some customers may comment on rough idle after start up, especially after setting overnight
What 1998 GMC C Series owners say
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This vehicles wiper blade system fails sporadically. It was returned to the retailer for this problem and a problem when the vehicle would not start. The vehicle was towed but when it arrived at the dealership the vehicle would then start and the wipers worked also. However, the wipers still fail either when they were already working and when turned on initially. To me this appears to be a wiring issue. It appears to be the exact same problem seen in the '97 yukon which had a recall for this defect. It appears that the problem extends to the '98 model too.
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Is the 1998 GMC C Series reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1998 GMC C Series, close to a typical C Series model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1998 GMC C Series?
Steering, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 1998 GMC C Series have?
No recalls on record.
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