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1993 GMC K3500 problems

The most common problem on the 1993 GMC K3500 is body and structure. It has fewer complaints than a typical K3500 model year.

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Owner complaints
1
Recalls
1
Worst area
Body

The worst 1993 GMC K3500 problems

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  • Body
    1

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  • Body
    1

Recalls 1

Power train: automatic transmissionReported February 1, 1993 · 1,702,880 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Unanticipated heat in the transmission can force the transmission fluid out of the vent tube.
Risk
The vented transmission fluid can catch fire if exposedto a source of ignition.
Remedy
Install a longer transmission vent hose routed to the left side of the engine compartment of the vehicle.

Recall number 93V016000 · Recall details

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What 1993 GMC K3500 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 5, 1996 · Body · NY

Purchased truck new and the subframe is fractured , please describe .

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Questions about the 1993 GMC K3500

Is the 1993 GMC K3500 reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1993 GMC K3500, fewer than a typical K3500 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1993 GMC K3500?

Body and structure, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 1993 GMC K3500 have?

1 recall, covering power train.

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