Recall notice regarding vehicle's windshield wipers.*mr the consumer misplaced the recall letter relater to the windshield wipers. The consumer request that another copy be sent so that the recall can be completed.
The worst 1997 GMC Pickup problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Visibility6
- Steering4
- Brakes3
- Electrical2
- Engine2
- Tires2
- Acceleration1
- Airbags1
- Body1
- Fuel system1
- Seats1
- Suspension1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1997 GMC Pickup
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 1997 GMC Pickup 2
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 1997 GMC Pickup owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While driving front windshield wipers failed intermittently. Recall 03v159000 was issued on this problem. However, dealership would not repair because this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. *ak
Intermittent surge or boost in power steering assitance. Has occurred over the past 1+ yrs . Loose steering .
Windshield wiper motor failure.
Air bag light illuminated and shut down the fuses to the entire bag system. Cause unknown. *ak
The windshield wipers failed intermittently which caused poor visibility during inclement weather.
Windshield wipers failed to wipe after brief rainstorm . Once the truck dried, the wipers would work. The left and right rear turn signal electrical assemblies failed within 2 weeks of each other and further diagnosis revealed an open circuit in each assembly which caused the turn signal to fail to flash. Bulb tested good. The personal at the auto parts store stated they had a lot of these assemblies being requested for replacement. I have never had a wreck with my vehicle. I believe this is a manufacturing defect by gm supplier because the brake light portion would continue to work. *jb *nlm **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis*764581
Consumer states wires inside the gas tank leading to the fuel pump were burned, which caused the fuel pump to stop working.
Unexpected/erratic boost from power steering while driving.
If the transducer fails the steering appears to lock up or the car wanders , steering is erratic.
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Questions about the 1997 GMC Pickup
Is the 1997 GMC Pickup reliable?
Owners have filed 22 complaints about the 1997 GMC Pickup, 4.4 times a typical Pickup model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1997 GMC Pickup?
Windows, wipers and visibility, with 6 complaints. Next is steering (4).
How many recalls does the 1997 GMC Pickup have?
No recalls on record.
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