GMC W3500 recalls and problems
7 recalls and 5 owner complaints for 6 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
7
Complaints
5
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
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GMC W3500 by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 W3500 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 W3500 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 W3500 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 W3500 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 W3500 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2003 W3500 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported GMC W3500 problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 2 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Wheels | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 |
All GMC W3500 recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17V-324 | May 17, 2017 | 2008–2009 | Vehicle Speed Control | Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. |
| 15V-704 | Oct 26, 2015 | 2006–2008 | Fuel System, Gasoline | Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America (Isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 Isuzu NPR and NPR-HD and Chevrolet W3500 and W4500 trucks manufactured March 16, 2005, to August 13, 2008 and 2006-2008 GMC W3500… |
| 10V-636 | Dec 15, 2010 | 2006–2007 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Isuzu is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 isuzu npr, nqr, nrr, gmc w3500, w4500, w5500, and chevrolet w3500, w4500, and w5500 vehicles. |
| 09V-042 | Feb 4, 2009 | 2008–2009 | Power Train | Izusu is recalling 2,836 my 2008-2009 npr/nqr and nrr, gmc w3500, 4500 and 5500, chevrolet w3500, 4500 and 5500 trucks. |
| 08V-344 | Jul 28, 2008 | 2007 | Trailer Hitches | Knapheide is recalling 108 my 2006-2008 pro series truck beds equipped with an icc bumper which included a provision for a ball hitch. |
| 08V-251 | Jun 5, 2008 | 2006–2007 | Fuel System, Diesel | Isuzu is recalling 16,859 my 2006-2007 isuzu npr, nqr, nrr, gmc w3500, w4500, w5500 and chevrolet w3500, w4500, w5500 trucks equipped with diesel engines. |
| 05V-168 | Apr 20, 2005 | 2003–2004 | Fuel System, Diesel | On certain trucks equipped with rpo ik9, due to insufficient durability and testing, the fuel switching manifold solenoids lack water or salt intrusion resistance, which can lead to failure of one or more solenoids. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the GMC W3500?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2008 GMC W3500 has the most reports (1). Check the 2008 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the GMC W3500 have?
NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls covering GMC W3500 model years 2003–2004, 2006–2009.
What are the most common GMC W3500 problems?
Owners report unknown or other, service brakes, hydraulic, steering problems most often.