GMC K35 Problems by Year

We compared every GMC K35 model year from 1995–1996 using 0 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 3 recalls and federal defect investigations. No K35 year stands out with an unusual number of complaints.

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Complaints by model year

19951996
Owner complaints per model year, GMC K35. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
19960—2—Few
19950—2—Few

* Complaints compared with the median K35 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Latest GMC K35 recalls

Tires › Bead

NHTSA recall 96V-117 · Jul 1, 1996 · 5,773 vehicles

These tires have bead damage which occured during tire mounting.

Remedy: Dealers will demount each tire and inspect for bead damage. If bead damage is found, the tire will be replaced.

Power train › Automatic transmission › Cooling unit and lines

NHTSA recall 95V-026 · Feb 16, 1995 · 13,853 vehicles

Due to a thin case casting, an external transmission leak can occur.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the transmission case assembly for the involved case casting. If the assembly is involved, the transmission will be replaced.

All 3 GMC K35 recalls by year →

Frequently asked questions

What years of the GMC K35 should you avoid?

None of the GMC K35 years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.

How many recalls has the GMC K35 had?

3 recalls across 1995–1996. The model year with the most is 1995. See all GMC K35 recalls by year.

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.