1994 GMC Sonoma SLS review from North America
"Good and reliable until 100,000 miles"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Wiper control module went out at 80,000 miles, $110.00.
Service engine soon light comes on and off; has done this since 74,000 miles, yet dealer says no codes show for it, $120.00 for codes to not be read.
Wheel sensor controlling the Anti Lock Braking System and dash light for actual anti lock brakes to function went out at 90,000 miles, $250.00.
The 4 wheel drive dash switch had to be replaced at 101,000 miles as button inside broke, $30.00.
Encoder motor on transmission which allows you to switch or engage to 4 wheel drive went out at 114,000 miles, $583.82.
Metal passenger door window crank handle broke in half, $35.00.
General electrical shorts or circuitry faults throughout vehicle.
General comments?
This truck served me well over the past 4 years until all the electrical problems aroused.
If you have the money and patience as service requires days go for it.
Interior is made cheaply as all plastic and it rattles and squeaks, very noisy after 80,000 miles.
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| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.3 Vortex 6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 73000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 116000 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Cutlass |
| Date of Entry | 8th March, 2003 |