Most common 1998 GMC Pickup problems
Share of the 14 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
GMC Pickup complaints by model year
Best Pickup years: 2002, 2001, 1996. Years to avoid: 1999, 1997. Compare all years →
What 1998 GMC Pickup owners say
Brakes
Wheel cylinder cap cracked, brakes overheated, the dealer replaced both rear with cylinder and bled the brakes, later the dealer found on the ABS system the right rear wheel cylinder was leaking, dealer replaced rear brake shoes and rear wheel cylinder.
Windows, wipers & sunroof
Windshield wipers work intermittently. While driving and if hitting a bump or something they May completely fail, or come on while in a rain storm. Contacted the dealer. The problem still exists.
I have a 1998 GMC sierra p/u my wishield wipers have the following symptoms: wipers will not work or work intermittently; wipers stop working for no apparent reason, maybe even in mid-stroke; wiper function is erratic, with no delay feature, delay is the same regardless of setting, or no low- or high-speed setting. I've noticed that general motors has issued a recal for 1996 models and feel this is similar.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1998 GMC Pickup a good car?
Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 1998 Pickup rates average: about as many complaints as a typical year of the Pickup at the same age. 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 1998 GMC Pickup?
The brakes — 4 complaints, 29% of all complaints for this model year, most often about antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. Next are the windows, wipers & sunroof (3) and body & structure (2).
How many recalls does the 1998 GMC Pickup have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 1998 GMC Pickup. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the GMC Pickup?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2002, 2001 and 1996. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1999 and 1997. See the full GMC Pickup years comparison.
At what mileage do 1998 GMC Pickup problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 80,000 miles; 0% 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.