1995 Gmc SONOMA problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
92 owner complaints analyzed
3 distinct recall campaigns
98,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 1995 model year. Data snapshot: . 7 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip is the most frequently named component, appearing in 27 of 92 complaints (29.3%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 39 | 42.4% |
| Fuel system concerns | 7 | 7.6% |
| Engine operation | 2 | 2.2% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 2 | 2.2% |
| Steering behavior | 2 | 2.2% |
| Transmission and shifting | 1 | 1.1% |
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 |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 27 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 12 |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 7 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly | 6 |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor | 5 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 4 |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer | 4 |
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip: 27; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine: 12; Air Bags:Frontal: 8; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components: 7; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly: 6; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor: 5; Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline: 4; Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer: 4
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 0 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 4 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 3 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 0; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 4; 100,000 to 149,999: 3; 150,000 and above: 0
75,000 to 99,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (4). 85 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 |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 11 |
| 2003 | 4 |
| 2004 | 1 |
| 2008 | 3 |
| 2010 | 2 |
1995: 23; 1996: 8; 2000: 24; 2001: 16; 2002: 11; 2003: 4; 2004: 1; 2008: 3; 2010: 2
Pattern summary
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 39 complaint narratives. Fuel system concerns appears in 7 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 2 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 10321610 · 2010-03-23 (March 23, 2010)
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 GMC SONOMA. WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS OF 45 MPH APPROACHING A STOP SIGN AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, IT WOULD NOT ENGAGE. THE CONTACT THEN ABRUPTLY DEPRESSED THE BRAKES AND WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE; HOWEVER, THE REAR WHEELS CONTINUED SPINNING AND THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO IDLE AT EXTREMELY HIGH RPMS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER; NO REPAIRS HAVE BEEN MADE TO DATE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 148,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 169,210. UPDATED 5/12/10 *CN WHILE WAITING FOR THE LIGHT, AT TIME…
Owner-reported narrative. 148,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10321610 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 480390 · 1995-01-09 (January 9, 1995)
CONTINUOUS BRAKE FAILURES, CAUSING ONE ACCIDENT, ALSO REAR DRUMS TURNED DUE TO NOISE. *SKD
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 480390 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10090435 · 2004-09-04 (September 4, 2004)
FUEL TANK LEAKING WHERE PLASTIC SHEILD COVERS TANK. DEFECTIVE DESIGN TRAPPED WATER AND ROAD DEBRIS AGAINST INADEQUATELY PROTECTED FUEL TANK, RESULTING IN FAILURE OF FUEL CONTAINMENT SYSTEM. CONCERN THAT LEAKING FUEL TANK COULD PROPOSE FIRE HAZZARD. *AK
Owner-reported narrative. 102,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10090435 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 716711 · 2000-01-01 (January 1, 2000)
THE #4 FUEL INJECTOR LEAKS FUEL TO THE OUTSIDE OF THE ENGINE. THE DEALER REPLACED THE FUEL INJECTOR SEALS ON ALL THE INJECTORS AND WITH IN 40 DAYS THE PROBLEM HAS REOCCURRED. *AK
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 716711 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 873550 · 2000-10-23 (October 23, 2000)
VEHICLE STALLS WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. VEHICLE LOSES ALL ELECTRICITY IN THE IGINTION WHICH PUTS CONSUMER IN DANGEROUS SITUATION.*AK
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 873550 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 958146 · 1995-01-03 (January 3, 1995)
VEHICLE STALLS AT HIGH SPEED, RESULTING IN LOSS OF STEERING AND BRAKING ABILITY. TT
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 958146 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 10234602 · 2008-07-16 (July 16, 2008)
1995 GMC SONOMA DIES WHILE DRIVING, ALL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS FAIL. HAVE TO PUT IN NEUTRAL TO RESTART WHILE MOVING. *TR
Owner-reported narrative. 98,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 10234602 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 888114 · 2001-05-14 (May 14, 2001)
VEHICLE NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL NUMBER 98V150001. SOLDER JOINTS NEAR WIRING HARNESS CAN CRACK, CAUSING WINDSHEILD WIPERS TO BECOME INOPERABLE. *AK *JB
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 888114 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 764354 · 2002-07-17 (July 17, 2002)
MY HUSBAND FELL ASLEEP AT APPROXIMATELY 3:00 AM AND HIT A GUARDRAIL. THE DRIVERSIDE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY AND HE HIT THE STEERING WHEEL, SUSTAINED A BRUISED HEART AND NECK INJURY. WAS TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL ER, TRANSFERRED TO ICU; HE IS OUT OF THE HOSPITAL NOW, BEING WATCHED CLOSELY FOR ANY FURTHER PROBLEMS. HAVE THERE BEEN OTHER ACCIDENTS WITH THIS MAKE AND MODEL PICKUP WHERE THE AIRBAG DID NOT INFLATE? OR IS IT FAULTY EQUIPMENT ON JUST THIS VEHICLE?*AK
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 764354 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 738866 · 2001-01-05 (January 5, 2001)
THE 1ST TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 55311 MILES ON 8/12/99. REPLACED WITH ANOTHER TRANSMISSION AND FAILED ON 01/04/2001 WITH 75121 MILES ON IT. HEAD GASKET REPLACED ON 01/05/98 WITH 33229 MILES. REPAIR CYLINDER HEAD AND LIFTERS ON 08/04/98 WITH 40905 MILES. REPLACED CRANKSHAFT AND BEARINGS ON 09/28/98 WITH 42917 MILES. REPLACED ENGINE ON 06/05/99 WITH 53755 MILES ON IT. LOT OF MECHANICAL BRAEKDOWN.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 738866 at NHTSA ↗