1997 Gmc PICKUP problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
13 owner complaints analyzed
0 distinct recall campaigns
40,225 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 1997 model year. Data snapshot: . 5 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System is the most frequently named component, appearing in 3 of 13 complaints (23.1%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Steering behavior | 3 | 23.1% |
| Braking behavior | 1 | 7.7% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 1 | 7.7% |
| Fuel system concerns | 1 | 7.7% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System | 3 |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer | 3 |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor | 3 |
| Tires | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System: 3; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer: 3; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor: 3; Tires: 2; Air Bags: 1; Electrical System: 1; Fuel System, Gasoline: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 1 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 2 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 1 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 1 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 1; 25,000 to 49,999: 2; 50,000 to 74,999: 1; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 1; 150,000 and above: 0
25,000 to 49,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (2). 8 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 2 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2002 | 2 |
| 2003 | 2 |
| 2004 | 4 |
2000: 2; 2001: 3; 2002: 2; 2003: 2; 2004: 4
Pattern summary
Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System leads the component reports. Steering behavior appears in 3 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 1 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 10058733 · 2004-02-23 (February 23, 2004)
INTERMITTENT SURGE OR BOOST IN POWER STEERING ASSITANCE. HAS OCCURRED OVER THE PAST 1+ YRS . LOOSE STEERING . *AK
Owner-reported narrative. 30,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10058733 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 747838 · 2001-07-04 (July 4, 2001)
IF THE TRANSDUCER FAILS THE STEERING APPEARS TO LOCK UP OR THE CAR WANDERS , STEERING IS ERRATIC. *AK
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 747838 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10007163 · 2002-07-22 (July 22, 2002)
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 BRA…
Owner-reported narrative. 60,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10007163 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 565968 · 2002-06-11 (June 11, 2002)
CONSUMER STATES WIRES INSIDE THE GAS TANK LEADING TO THE FUEL PUMP WERE BURNED, WHICH CAUSED THE FUEL PUMP TO STOP WORKING.*JB
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 565968 at NHTSA ↗