Most common 1999 GMC C/K problems
Share of the 8 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
GMC C/K complaints by model year
Best C/K years: 2002, 1999, 2000. Years to avoid: 1997. Compare all years →
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into 2 possible defects involving the 1999 GMC C/K:
Parking brake failure
Odi opened pe03-057 to assess parking brake ineffectiveness in the subject vehicles.these vehicles are equipped with four wheel disc brakes that incorporate a single-shoe drum-in-hat parking brake independent of the service brakes.complaint and warranty data indicate that the parking brake linings tend to wear out early in the life of the vehicle (at an average of 24 months in service), reducing the parking brake…
Parking brake failure
In a letter dated April 20, 2005, GM notified NHTSA that it had decided that defects that relate to motor vehicle safety exist in certain model year (my) 1999-2002 c/k 1500 series (pbr parking brake system) and my 2001-2005 c/k 2500 and 3500 series (trw parking brake system) pickups with manual transmissions.according to GM, some of these vehicles May have conditions that cause the friction linings to wear to an…
What 1999 GMC C/K owners say
Brakes
Turned to look at car I though was going to pull out. Brakes did not stop the truck for the cars about 20 feet in front of me when I put them on it kept on going. This is the third time it happen. Was recalled on 12/29/05 for ABS sensors. Cleaned/lubed. Took to dealer , they said there was nothing wrong with the brakes . This was the first time I took it to them before the recall . My brother in law had the problem with brakes in his 1999 Chevy truck.
We own three 1999 GMC 1500 c pickups. Each of these vehicles has experienced the failure of the under dash ABS electronic modules when the vehicles reached approximately 85,000 miles or so. We contacted GMC to place a compliant. The repair charges for this problem have ranged from $800 to $1050 each. GMC refuses to acknowledge the problem or to reimburse for any repair costs for their obvious defective parts. Failure of the ABS module still allows for use of the brakes but failure of the ABS system which could result in accidents.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1999 GMC C/K a good car?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1999 C/K rates average: 22% fewer complaints than a typical year of the C/K at the same age. It is one of the best C/K years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 1999 GMC C/K?
The brakes — 6 complaints, 75% of all complaints for this model year, most often about antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › control unit/module. Next are the body & structure (1) and speed control & acceleration (1).
How many recalls does the 1999 GMC C/K have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1999 GMC C/K. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the GMC C/K?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2002, 1999 and 2000. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1997. See the full GMC C/K years comparison.
At what mileage do 1999 GMC C/K problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 80,000 miles; 14% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.