Electrical System Problems of GMC C1500

GMC C1500 owners have reported 11 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (6 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's ignition module (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of GMC C1500


Recently reported Electrical System problems of GMC C1500

The Electrical System problem

My ignition cylinder is binding badly and im concerned that my vehicle is going to have the same problems as other gm vehicles   Read details...

The Ignition Module problem

I bought a GMC sierra c-1500 pickup truck, new in 2001. In sept '05, the abs light came on & a humming noise could be heard even after the ignition was turned off. The odometer was at 50,000 miles, at that time. The problem was the ebcm shorted-out and needed to be replaced.   Read details...

The Dashboard Failed problem

Excessive rust build up on brake rotors and calipers. Rotors & pads previously replaced in Mar. , 2007 after driving 40,000 miles. Needed replacement again in oct. , 2009 after only driving 14,000 additional miles. Instrument cluster failed and was replaced in June, 2011 at 58,000 miles.   Read details...

The Dash Wiring problem

I clicked my 4-way flasher button while dropping my son off at the train station and when I came back it was difficult to press the button back down. After that, the operation of my emergency flashers was intermittent and eventually my rear brakes lights started working only intermittently as well.   Read details...

The Starter problem

The contact owns a 1999 GMC suburban. The contact stated that the brakes were wearing prematurely. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who stated that the brake lines, hardware, brake cylinder and calipers needed to be repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure.   Read details...




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