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Major Problems with GMC Sonoma - Statistics of Complaints

Below you may see what GMC Sonoma model years had the most number of complaints over time. Though it does not necessarily mean that 2000, for instance, is the worst year for the Sonoma. Older Sonoma vehicles tend to accumulate more problems over time, so you need to carefully explore the nature of the issues. Tap into specific years for more details.

Browse GMC Sonoma problems by years

Worst GMC Sonoma Problems

ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
2000 GMC Sonoma December 22, 2000 Victims: 2

Maumee ohio accident report #004028. brake failure. extremely cold weather, ten degrees fahrenheit. bumper-to-bumper traffic rolling downhill to a light. both clutch and brake pedals were depressed with strong, steady foot pressure at 15-20 mph. abs pulsing activated. vehicle gradually slowed to 10-15 mph. but, other vehicles came to a complete stop in the same distance. so, a rear-end collision occurred at 10-15 mph. it is reasonable to speculate that the road surface was frozen. but, no ice was observed by either driver or by law enforcement. and all ...

FRONTAL
2000 GMC Sonoma May 13, 2001 Victims: 2

Consumer was driving at approximately 40 mph when another vehicle suddenly pulled out in front , consumer hit vehicle with front end , and dual airbags did not deploy, causing injuries. there was no indication or warning of defective airbags system. vehicle had $3,000-$5000 worth of damages ,and it was mostly likely totaled. *ak

AIR BAGS
2001 GMC Sonoma August 18, 2005 Victims: 2 Mileage: 50000 miles

Our gmc sonoma was hit head on, both vehicles driving approximately 40-45 mph. the sonoma had extensive front end damage, broken glass, the roof buckled (not a roll over) drivers side floor protruded into vehicle, console exploded into vehicle,impact great enough to shatter side windows and broken windshield ,front axle broken, frame showed 4-6" gap between cab & bed .......no airbags deployed. how many other families feel secure with knowing their vehicle has airbags?*jb

What is the most common problem with GMC Sonoma?

Overall the worst problem with GMC Sonoma relates to HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS problems. Browse the categories below to learn about the specific Sonoma years that are prone to issues with these components.

HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS 67 ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP 40 RECLINER 15 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 14 FRONTAL 13 SEATS 12 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 11 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 11 LATCH 11 SERVICE BRAKES 9 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 8 FUEL PUMP 8 AIR BAGS 8 HEADLIGHTS 8 LATCH 8 EQUIPMENT 7 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 7 DIFFERENTIAL UNIT 7 STRUCTURE 6 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 6 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 6 GASOLINE 6 RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. 6 TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE 6 DOOR 5 SUSPENSION 5 HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS 5 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 4 FOUNDATION COMPONENTS 4 ROTOR 4 MASTER CYLINDER 4 DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM 4 TIRES 4 CLUTCH ASSEMBLY 4 SWITCH 4 BODY 3 DELIVERY 3 POWER TRAIN 3 DRIVESHAFT 3 RETRACTOR 3 FRONT 3 PADS 3 TAILGATE 3 FRONT UNDERHOOD 3 TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) 3 UPPER BALL JOINT 3 ENGINE 3 TIE ROD ASSEMBLY 2 ENGINE 2 EXHAUST SYSTEM 2 COOLING SYSTEM 2 EXTERIOR LIGHTING 2 ANCHORAGE 2 WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER 2 CONTROL ARM 2 LINKAGE AND CABLE 2 INTERIOR/UNDER DASH 2 TANK ASSEMBLY 2 CABLES 2 SWITCH 2 LINKAGES 2 AXLE SHAFT 2 CONTROL UNIT/MODULE 2 CRUISE CONTROL 2 LOWER BALL JOINT 2 WHEEL BEARING 2 FRAME AND MEMBERS 2 PUMP 2 COLUMN 2 ABS WARNING LIGHT 2 LABELS 2 UNDERBODY SHIELDS 2 SIDE/WINDOW 2 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 2 VISIBILITY 1 BUMPERS 1 WIRING 1 DRIVELINE 1 DISC 1 PARKING BRAKE 1 CONVENTIONAL 1 EMISSION CONTROL 1 WHEELS 1 STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR 1 FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS 1 CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) 1 TREAD/BELT 1 MANUAL TRANSMISSION 1 IDLER AND ATTACHMENT 1 IGNITION 1 MODULE 1 ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR 1 CALIPER 1 LOCK 1 RADIATOR ASSEMBLY 1 INTERIOR 1 ANTI-THEFT DEVICE 1 HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE 1 MECHANICAL 1 FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY 1 LAMP 1 SIDEWALL 1 MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE 1 12V/24V/48V BATTERY 1 ACCELERATOR PEDAL 1 BUCKLE ASSEMBLY 1 SHOCK ABSORBER 1 POWER ADJUST 1 GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) 1 FAN 1 HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS 1 SEAL 1 HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS 1 CATALYTIC CONVERTOR 1 FILLER PIPE AND CAP 1 SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT 1 HUBCAP/COVER 1 LINKAGES 1 INDICATOR LIGHT 1 SWITCH 1 DIESEL 1 ANTILOCK 1 ABS WARNING LIGHT 1

Number of Complaints Reported in the First Year

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