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Are there any recalls for the GMC Sonoma?
I’m inheriting my dad’s old GMC Sonoma, and surprisingly, it appears to be in great shape! He wasn’t one to stay on top of car maintenance, so I’m not sure if he would have paid attention to recalls. Are there any recalls for the GMC Sonoma?
Amber Reed · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Congrats on your new-to-you Sonoma—now the task of keeping it in great shape falls to you! Despite a 23-year run between 1981 and 2004, there was only one major recall issued for the GMC Sonoma pickup truck affecting a particular model type.
In April 2000, the automaker recalled certain Sonoma models equipped with four-wheel disc brakes due to a faulty spring clip. The defective spring clip could impact the performance of the truck’s rear braking system, increasing the likelihood of getting into an accident. Because of this risk, GMC recalled the affected vehicles.
To find out if your specific Sonoma model was affected and repaired, you can use the NHTSA’s online recall database—just visit NHTSA.gov and plug in your
VIN
. If it turns out you do still have an open recall, keep in mind that federal law only requires dealerships to provide safety recall repairs for free for 15 years. Most dealerships will still honor the recall voluntarily, but there’s a possibility that you might be asked to pay for the repair out of pocket. If your preferred dealership doesn’t want to honor the recall, try calling other dealerships in your area or contacting GMC directly at 1-800-462-8782.
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