Worst 1998 GMC Sierra 3500 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Hydraulic Brakes
Tires:Tread/Belt
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:Cables
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1998 GMC Sierra 3500.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydraulic Brakes | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:Cables | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Frame And Members | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Motor | 1 | — | — | — |
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 1998 GMC Sierra 3500. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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1998 GMC Sierra 3500 — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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