1994-2004 GMC Sonoma: Recall History
Updated: 11/23/08
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Learn about official auto recalls, reliability issues, and vehicle problems for the 1994-2004 GMC Sonoma directly from the NHTSA and manufacturers.
NHTSA Recall History
1994 w/2.2-liter engine:
Vacuum hose can detach from power-brake-booster check valve as a result of backfire.
1994:
The windshield wiper motor may fail on certain vehicles. Dealer will inspect and replace affected parts.
1994-96 w/ABS:
Increased stopping distances can occur during ABS stops while in 2WD mode.
1994-97:
Seatbelt webbing on certain models can separate during frontal impact.
1995 w/air conditioning and 4.3-liter engine:
Rivets can break and allow fan blade to separate from hub; if hood were open, a person could be struck by blade and be injured.
1995-00:
When the hazard flasher switch is used to turn the hazard-flashers on or off, the retained accessory power feature can be activated without a key in the ignition.
1995-96:
Windshield wipers may work intermittently.
1996 2WD manual shift w/2.2-liter engine:
Drive wheels could seize and lock while truck is moving.
1996:
Top coat of paint on a few trucks peels severely.
1996-97 w/4.3-liter engine:
Front brake line can contact oil pan, causing wear that may result in fluid loss.
1998:
Daytime running lights do not comply with FMVSS No. 108 requirements.
1998:
Fatigue fracture of rear-axle brake pipe can occur, causing slow fluid leak and resulting in soft brake pedal; if pipe breaks, driver would face sudden loss of rear-brake performance.
1998:
Wiring-harness clip can melt and drip onto exhaust manifold, possibly resulting in fire.
1998-00:
Left-hand safety-belt retractor may not meet the retractor locking requirements of the standard.
2000 w/2WD:
Right ABS module-feed pipe and/or brake-crossover-pipe tube nuts on certain vehicles could have been improperly tightened; seal could have been broken, resulting in leakage.
2000 w/all-disc brakes:
Out-of-spec spring clip in ABS motor could allow bearing to become misaligned; ABS and dynamic-rear-proportioning system would become inoperative.
2001:
Seatbelt buckles were not properly heat treated and do not pass the load-bearing requirement of the standard.
2003-04:
Incorrect labels about airbag safety may have been installed in the vehicle. Dealers will distribute correct labels.
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