Check a VIN

2017 GMC G3500 problems

The most common problem on the 2017 GMC G3500 is brakes. Its complaint count is close to a typical G3500 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
2831 warranty
Worst area
Brakes

The worst 2017 GMC G3500 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Brakes
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Transmission
    1

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Brakes
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Transmission
    1

Recalls 1

Exterior lighting: brake lightsReported May 3, 2019 · 17 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Taylor Made Ambulances is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford E-350, F-450, E-450, F-550, and GMC G3500-based ambulances equipped with Whelen brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Risk
If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Taylor Made will notify owners and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2019. Owners may contact Taylor Made Ambulances customer service at 1‑800‑468‑1310.

Recall number 19V342000 · Recall details

See all 1 recalls for the 2017 GMC G3500

Technical service bulletins for the 2017 GMC G3500 283

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 283 bulletins for the 2017 GMC G3500

What 2017 GMC G3500 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 13, 2021 · Brakes, Engine · 56,000 miles · WA

During deceleration/downshifting from 40mph+ the brakes resist similar to ABS engaging, rpms spike, and the vehicle lurches forward.

Used buying checklistWhat to check on a 2017 GMC G3500 before you buy

Compare the 2017 GMC G3500

Other model years

1996199720172018

Questions about the 2017 GMC G3500

Is the 2017 GMC G3500 reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2017 GMC G3500, close to a typical G3500 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2017 GMC G3500?

Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is engine (1).

How many recalls does the 2017 GMC G3500 have?

1 recall, covering exterior lighting.

Share your experience with the 2017 GMC G3500

Tell other buyers what went wrong and what it cost. We review every report before it appears, and we never publish names, emails or VINs.

No names, contact details or links. Reports about a dealer or a person are not published.

VIN decoder

See the problems and recalls for an exact car

Buying a used 2017 GMC G3500?

Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.

Check its history
Is this car on a recall?Check VIN