1999 GMC Sierra z71 review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The ABS module went out at about 80 M miles. Cost over $1000 to repair. Had to pull the fuse to keep from running the battery down. Should have been recalled and fixed by GMC, since most of the vehicles have had this problem. No recall.
Sticking gas pedal. After about 40 M miles, the gas pedal started sticking, just like it did on my 97 Safari van from GMC. Cost $300 to fix the safari, and I am just living with the problem on my 1999 Sierra pickup. No recall from GMC, although it is a common problem on many GMC vehicles. People at the GMC place said it was caused by low grade fuel.
Every time it sticks, it reminds me that I will never buy a GMC again. Thanks GMC for building in a constant reminder not to buy from you again.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | V8 Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 7 miles |
| Most recent distance | 122000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 10th May, 2008 |