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1992 GMC Sierra problems

The most common problem on the 1992 GMC Sierra is windows, wipers and visibility. It has fewer complaints than a typical Sierra model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
30
Recalls
3
Service bulletins
4
Worst area
Visibility
Fuel economy
12-20mpg

The worst 1992 GMC Sierra problems

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

Problems by type

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  • Visibility
    8
  • Brakes
    7
  • Seat belts
    3
  • Tires
    3
  • Acceleration
    2
  • Transmission
    2
  • Body
    1
  • Electrical
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Locks
    1
  • Seats
    1

Specific symptoms reported on the 1992 GMC Sierra

Wipers 7

Recalls 3

Fuel system, other: storage: tank assemblyReported April 5, 1994 · 2,595 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicles altered by pas, inc. Have compressed natural gas fuel tanks that can develop stress corrosion, which crack the e-glass wrapping. This stress corrosion cracking can lead to tank ruptures.
Risk
If the tank ruptures, personal injury to individuals in or near the vehicle may occur.
Remedy
Gm is offering to exchange these vehicles with a comparably equipped 1994 gasoline 1/2 or 3/4 ton gm pickup. If the owner chooses not to exchange the natural gas vehicle, gm will repurchase the vehicle.

Recall number 94V044001 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotorReported August 2, 1993 · 341,364 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Severe corrosion due to road salt at the joint of the stamped steel center section and the cast outer section can cause the sections to separate.
Risk
Separation of the rotor sections can cause loss ofbraking ability in the affected wheel. This could result in increased stoppingdistance and/or loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Remedy
Replace the front brake rotors with new rotors with a corrosion protection coating. However, if replacement of brake linings are necessary, it will be done at owner's expense since brake linings are normal maintenance items.

Recall number 93V119000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkagesReported April 14, 1992 · 177 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The pivot bolt holding the brake pedal to its support bracket may be improperly tightened and may not have engaged the locking material on the bolt. The bolt can disengage from the nut.
Risk
If the pivot bolt disengages from the nut while thevehicle is in motion, there will be a loss of brake control and could result ina vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers should inspect the hand started brake pedal bolts and torque them to specification.

Recall number 92V056000 · Recall details

See all 3 recalls for the 1992 GMC Sierra

Technical service bulletins for the 1992 GMC Sierra 4

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

1992 GMC Sierra fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
6.2L 8‑cyl DieselRWD16-1822-2318-20
4.3L 6‑cylRWD15-1620-2116-18
6.2L 8‑cyl Diesel4WD15-162017-18
4.3L 6‑cyl4WD13-1517-1915-16
5.0L 8‑cylRWD1417-1915
5.7L 8‑cylRWD12-1316-1814-15
5.0L 8‑cyl4WD1216-1713-14
5.7L 8‑cyl4WD1114-1612-13

What 1992 GMC Sierra owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 3, 2013 · Electrical, Fuel system · 178,000 miles · MN

Shuts off randomly. Instrument panel doesn't work. Wires may be sparking above gas tank.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · AZ

The paint has been slowly chipping off, and now that I have had it for three years, it has gotten much worse. I use it mainly for driving to work on the freeway and through town.

Filed Sep 10, 2003 · Visibility · MD

While driving in the rain, windshield wipers would work intermittently. Dealership had been notified.

Filed Apr 9, 2001 · Visibility · KY

Windshield wipers works intermittently. Windshield wipers come on and off without prior warning. Dealership aware of problem.*ak consumer states the washer fluid sprayer doesn't work correct either.

Filed Feb 13, 2001 · Tires · PA

Tread on the continental american general 16 inch 10 ply tire began to come off the left back tire, causing truck to swerve back and fourth, camper on body of truck fell off, tearing side panel almost completely from the left of truck. Cj

Filed Sep 1, 2000 · Tires · AK

Tread separation - tread peeled off from main body of tire at 70 MPH. Tire was inspected by a goodyear dealer and he good not determine reason for failure. Dealer talked with michellen in order to obtain guidance about reason for failure. Michellen was unable to determine reason for failure but offerred and adjustment toward a replacement tire. Tire was manufacturered at ft. Wayne, in plant.( dot number: bf11r41337 tire size: 245/75/r16 )

Filed Aug 25, 2000 · Seat belts · GA

Receiving end of driver's side seatbelt broke and will not hold the buckle inside of it. Dealer said the it needed to be replaced, consumer feels that since this is a safety defect, it should be covered by the dealer.*ak

Filed Aug 8, 2000 · Tires · VA

With these tires, I had a tread separate from the tire on my right rear. This caused me to swerve and fishtail across 3 lanes of traffic after the truck was back on all 4 wheels. There was really no warning to me that this was about to happen. It occured on an interstate after I entered it approximately 2 miles back. Luckily, I nor anyone else was injured, however, I feel that this model tire from firestone should also be looked at for defects. The right side of my truck from the door back to and including the bumper suffered severe damage from the loose tire tread beating on my truck before it seperated from the rest of the tire, of which still is properly inflated. The tire itself did not blow. In conclusion, I am extremely fortunate and by the grace of god I am able to file this complaint report. I can understand how the unfortunate people who died when they experienced the same thing, had absolutely no warning of what was about to occur. Please investigate this model firestone tire also, no one else should have to experience what I went through today, or anyone else die from this defective brand of tires. Thank you.*ak( dot number: tire size: 265x75x15 )

Filed Mar 30, 2000 · Visibility · TX

Windshield wipers failed to operate while I was driving in a rain storm. I had to pull over and wait for the rain to let up before I could continue. Later, during the same drive, I was able to turn on the wipers, but then they would not turn off until the ignition was turned off. Reported failure to dealer and I was charged $149.90 to replace wiper motor circuit module, p/n 12463017.

Filed Oct 15, 1999 · Seats · IN

Manufacturer's recall # 99028 for the seat recliner bolts for the driver's and passenger's front seats. Dealer modified driver's seat, but not the passenger's seat, and said that he is not obligated to fix the passenger's seat, and wont fix I even though the recall specifically states the driver's and passenger/s seats. Please provide further information.

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Questions about the 1992 GMC Sierra

Is the 1992 GMC Sierra reliable?

Owners have filed 30 complaints about the 1992 GMC Sierra, fewer than a typical Sierra model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1992 GMC Sierra?

Windows, wipers and visibility, with 8 complaints. Next is brakes (7).

How many recalls does the 1992 GMC Sierra have?

3 recalls, covering fuel system, other and service brakes, hydraulic.

What year does the GMC Sierra have the most visibility problems?

The GMC Sierra model years with the most visibility complaints are 1995 (140 complaints), 1994 (115 complaints) and 1996 (84 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 1992 GMC Sierra get?

Official estimates for the 1992 GMC Sierra range from 12 to 20 mpg combined. The most efficient version (6.2L 8-cyl diesel, RWD) gets 16-18 city and 22-23 highway.

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