2003 GMC S Utility recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2003 GMC S Utility, but owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2003 GMC S Utility vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2003 GMC S Utility problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Exterior Lighting2
Electrical System1

Most reported parts

  • Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 2
  • Electrical System › Wiring — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 28,280 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2003 GMC S Utility complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Exterior Lighting · reported Mar 27, 2008
My complaint is with headlights on newer cars and trucks. Why do we need them so bright. Why do we need high beams. They just blind all drivers.
Exterior Lighting · reported Jan 5, 2006
Headlights mounted on 2005-6 trucks and SUV's are mounted much too high on the vehicles. They blind oncoming autos and even cause severe eye discomfort through the rear view mirror when said vehicle is stopped behind you in traffic. Everyone I know sayes the same thing. How many accidents will happen before those in charge wake up and change this???????????????????????????
Electrical System · at 28,280 miles · reported Jul 1, 2005
This car has a problem when you are on an incline waiting to proceed. The vehicle starts to rollbackwards. Twice I had this happen to me. The firs time I had my son along with me. I was waiting on an steep incline for traffice to move. When the traffic started to move, I took my foot off the brakes the car started to rollbackward. I had to push hard on the accelarator. Then the wheels started to spin out of control and jerk. Finally it moved forward. The incident happen again when I was on a steep incline. As soon as I removed my foot from the barkes to put it on she accelerator, the car began…

Other GMC S Utility years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 GMC S Utility have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2003 GMC S Utility as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2003 GMC S Utility?

Owners report exterior lighting problems most often (2 reports), followed by electrical system (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 28,280 miles.

Are GMC recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized GMC dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.