Most common 1995 GMC Vandura problems
Share of the 34 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
GMC Vandura complaints by model year
1995 GMC Vandura recalls (1)
Equipment › Other › Labels
Both the supplemental inflatable restraint (sir) caution label and an engine start label were installed on the same side of the driver's sun visor. This does not comply with FMVSS no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
Remedy: A new label, with installation instructions, will be sent directly to owners. Owners will install the label or can have their dealer install the label for them.
What 1995 GMC Vandura owners say
Brakes
ABS problems; driving on normal road conditions during normal braking when applying the brakes there is extended stopping distance. The pedal is very soft and goes close to the floorboard. This condition has caused driver to have 2 accidents. This problem has been reported to dealer 24 times in a one year period. The rear brakes were replaced on 9/10/97. Owner still experiencing a brake problem. In addition, non deployment of driver's/passenger's air bags during both collisions resulted in injuries.
Consumer was traveling about 25mph from wet concrete to dry asphalt. An animal ran out in front of vehicle. Brakes were hit suddenly, vehicle jerked and brakes failed. Consumer veered around & hit a tree & mail box. Also, airbags didn't deploy. Dealer said problem did not meet the criteria of recall 99i00600/ manufacturer's recall g99046. They will send a investigator out 8-11-2000 or 08-12-2000.
Air bags
ABS problems; driving on normal road conditions during normal braking when applying the brakes there is extended stopping distance. The pedal is very soft and goes close to the floorboard. This condition has caused driver to have 2 accidents. This problem has been reported to dealer 24 times in a one year period. The rear brakes were replaced on 9/10/97. Owner still experiencing a brake problem. In addition, non deployment of driver's/passenger's air bags during both collisions resulted in injuries.
Consumer was traveling about 25mph from wet concrete to dry asphalt. An animal ran out in front of vehicle. Brakes were hit suddenly, vehicle jerked and brakes failed. Consumer veered around & hit a tree & mail box. Also, airbags didn't deploy. Dealer said problem did not meet the criteria of recall 99i00600/ manufacturer's recall g99046. They will send a investigator out 8-11-2000 or 08-12-2000.
Windows, wipers & sunroof
Vehicle experienced a problem with the windshield wiper motor. Windshield wipers work intermittently, causing poor vision out of the windshield when raining. Gcm acknowledes that it has the same problem with its trucks. Enclosed recall noticed the reason they won't repair or acknowledge the problem twith their vans is because it's to difficult and timely to fix it.
Windshield was leaking around seal. Vehicle taken to dealer 6 times and unable to remedy problem. Consumer stated that right front cargo door w/strip was out of place and it has whistling noise, dealer aligned and repositioned front cargo door w/strip and aligned front side door. The rear cargo door was torn causing, water to leak dealer replaced right back door w/strip and also replaced left back door w/strip. Also, consumer stated that it was loud a squeal /noise at engine area while starting and acceleration, dealer replaced belt.
1995 GMC Vandura engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.5L 8-cyl diesel | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 15 / 20 / 17 |
| 4.3L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 15 / 20 / 16 |
| 5.0L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 12 / 16 / 14 |
| 5.7L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 11 / 14 / 12 |
EPA ratings. Class: Van.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 1995 GMC Vandura a good car?
There isn't enough complaint history for the Vandura to compare model years reliably. So far owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 GMC Vandura?
The brakes — 16 complaints, 47% of all complaints for this model year, most often about antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip. Next are the air bags (4) and windows, wipers & sunroof (3).
How many recalls does the 1995 GMC Vandura have?
There is 1 recall for the 1995 GMC Vandura, the most recent from November 21, 1994 (labels). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do 1995 GMC Vandura problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 130,000 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.