How do I know if my Gmc Sonoma has a recall?

To know if your Gmc Sonoma has an open recall, start by entering your vehicle's VIN or license plate in our Safety Recall Checker. We will find recalls that affect your vehicle and need to be repaired.

How do I check my VIN for recalls for free?

Check your Gmc Sonoma VIN for free by entering it into our Safety Recall Checker.

What happens if my Gmc Sonoma has an open recall?

If your Gmc Sonoma is affected by a recall, it means that NHTSA and the manufacturer have identified an issue with your vehicle. After you check your vehicle, you can contact a dealership to schedule a repair.

How long does a recall take to fix?

How long it takes to fix a recall depends on the exact repairs needed. Something simple like a software update can be done in minutes, but complex mechanical repairs may take days or weeks. Ask the dealership when you schedule your appointment.

Do you need a warranty for a recall?

Your Gmc Sonoma does not need to be under warranty to get recalls fixed. Recalls for safety-related items on your Gmc Sonoma are taken care of by Gmc at no cost to you even if your vehicle warranty has expired or if you are not the original owner of the vehicle.

How long does a recall last on a car?

A recall does not expire as long as the vehicle manufacturer remains in business or continues to make the replacement parts. Generally, recalls can be fixed for free up to 15 years after your car's date of manufacture.

Gmc Sonoma Recalls

Road Safety Risks

Open recalls can be dangerous for you and your family.

Mail Delays

Older or used cars can be more difficult for manufacturers to locate.

Risk of Costly Damage

We'll connect you with a dealership near you to fix the recall at no cost.

Gmc Sonoma

15 Recalls

SOME OF THESE VEHICLES INCLUDE INCORRECT STATEMENTS ON ONE OF THE AIR BAG WARNING LABELS.

Vehicles Affected: 2003 Chevrolet Blazer, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer and 4 others

THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE OR AN INABILITY TO STOP THE VEHICLE WITHIN EXPECTED STOPPING DISTANCES.

Vehicles Affected: 2000 Chevrolet S10, 2000 GMC Sonoma and 1 other

THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108.

Vehicles Affected: 1998 Chevrolet Blazer, 1998 Chevrolet S10 and 1 other

IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.

Vehicles Affected: 2000 Chevrolet S10, 2000 Buick Century and 28 others

IF THIS OCCURRED AT A TIME WHEN MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE WAS REQUIRED, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.

Vehicles Affected: 1994 Chevrolet Blazer, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer and 27 others

THE BASE BRAKES WOULD REMAIN FULLY FUNCTIONAL, BUT THE DYNAMIC REAR PROPORTIONING (DRP) SYSTEM, WHICH OPTIMIZES FRONT TO REAR BRAKE BALANCE, WOULD BECOME INOPERATIVE.

Vehicles Affected: 2000 Chevrolet S10, 2000 GMC Sonoma and 2 others

IF THIS OCCURRED, THE SEATING SEAL COULD BE BROKEN DURING VEHICLE ASSEMBLY, OR FROM EARLY ROAD INPUTS OR BRAKE FLUID CYCLING, AND A LEAK COULD OCCUR INCREASING THE BRAKE STOPPING DISTANCE.

Vehicles Affected: 2000 Chevrolet S10, 2000 GMC Sonoma and 2 others

Recalls

Model Recalls By Year

Recall FAQs

If your Gmc Sonoma is affected by a new safety recall, Gmc will attempt to contact you by sending you a notice in the mail. This notice will detail the defect, when parts for repair will be ready, how to get your car fixed, and whether your unrepaired car is currently safe to drive or not.

If you aren't the original owner, have changed addresses, or have never visited your local dealership for service or maintenance, then you most likely will not receive a recall notice in the mail.

Another way to know whether your Gmc Sonoma has an open recall is to enter your VIN or license plate into the RepairPal Safety Recall Checker above. The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is a 17-digit alphanumeric code that can be found on the bottom edge of your car's windshield, on the driver's side. It can also be found on your vehicle's registration card.

You can check your Gmc Sonoma for recalls by entering your VIN or license plate into the RepairPal Safety Recall Checker found above. The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is a unique 17-digit alphanumeric identification code on the bottom edge of your car’s windshield, on the driver’s side. It can also be found on your vehicle’s registration card.

Checking your VIN is the best way to find out if your car is affected by any recalls. Identical vehicles of the same make, model, year, and trim may not be affected by the same recall. A VIN is unique to a specific vehicle.

Your Gmc Sonoma is affected by a recall if the manufacturer or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has decided that a problem with your car makes it a safety risk or fails to meet safety standards. When this happens, the vehicle manufacturer is obligated to fix your vehicle.

Normally, you will receive a letter in the mail that explains the recall and how to get the defect fixed promptly and at no charge to you. The letter will explain what the exact defect is, when the parts will be ready, how to get your car fixed, and whether your car is safe to drive or not.

But in many cases, the manufacturer won't know you own an affected vehicle, which is why you should check your Gmc Sonoma for safety recalls frequently.

Use our Safety Recall Checker to check your Gmc Sonoma for open recalls.

How long it takes to fix a recall depends on many different factors:

How many vehicles are affected by the recall? How complex is the problem to fix? How many different parts are involved in the repair? Are the repair parts available? Has the dealership received the parts for the repair yet? Do dealership technicians have training to conduct the specific repair? How many recalled cars can the dealer repair each day (while also doing their daily service business)?

Recalls are unrelated to your warranty coverage. Any recalls that are issued for safety-related items on your Gmc Sonoma will be repaired by the vehicle manufacturer at no cost to you. Even if your vehicle's warranty has expired and you are not the original owner of the vehicle, you are still eligible to have any open safety recalls on your vehicle repaired.

You can check for any open recalls on your Gmc Sonoma by entering its VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) or license plate number into the RepairPal Safety Recall Checker above. If there are any open recalls on your vehicle, contact a dealer as soon as possible to have repairs done.

Safety recalls that address a defective part or system on your Gmc Sonoma that came from the factory do not expire and can generally be fixed up to 15 years after the date of manufacture. Even if you are not the original owner, you can have repairs done to resolve any open recalls. This is important, especially if the recalls are safety-related. The only exceptions are if the carmaker is no longer in business or if the dealership can no longer get the needed parts. Recall repairs are generally free up to 15 years after the date of manufacture.

To check whether there are any open recalls on your Gmc Sonoma, enter its VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) or license plate number into the RepairPal Safety Recall Checker here. Your Gmc Sonoma VIN can be found at the base of the windshield or on your registration card. If there are any open recalls on your vehicle, contact a dealer as soon as possible to have repairs done.

Gmc Sonoma

15 Recalls

SOME OF THESE VEHICLES INCLUDE INCORRECT STATEMENTS ON ONE OF THE AIR BAG WARNING LABELS.

Vehicles Affected: 2003 Chevrolet Blazer, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer and 4 others

THIS COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE OR AN INABILITY TO STOP THE VEHICLE WITHIN EXPECTED STOPPING DISTANCES.

Vehicles Affected: 2000 Chevrolet S10, 2000 GMC Sonoma and 1 other

THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108.

Vehicles Affected: 1998 Chevrolet Blazer, 1998 Chevrolet S10 and 1 other

IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.

Vehicles Affected: 2000 Chevrolet S10, 2000 Buick Century and 28 others

IF THIS OCCURRED AT A TIME WHEN MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE WAS REQUIRED, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.

Vehicles Affected: 1994 Chevrolet Blazer, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer and 27 others

THE BASE BRAKES WOULD REMAIN FULLY FUNCTIONAL, BUT THE DYNAMIC REAR PROPORTIONING (DRP) SYSTEM, WHICH OPTIMIZES FRONT TO REAR BRAKE BALANCE, WOULD BECOME INOPERATIVE.

Vehicles Affected: 2000 Chevrolet S10, 2000 GMC Sonoma and 2 others

IF THIS OCCURRED, THE SEATING SEAL COULD BE BROKEN DURING VEHICLE ASSEMBLY, OR FROM EARLY ROAD INPUTS OR BRAKE FLUID CYCLING, AND A LEAK COULD OCCUR INCREASING THE BRAKE STOPPING DISTANCE.

Vehicles Affected: 2000 Chevrolet S10, 2000 GMC Sonoma and 2 others

Why should you check for safety recalls?

Road Safety Risks

Mail Delays

Risk of Costly Damage

Gmc Sonoma

15 Recalls

NHTSA 04V-132 · OEM 04021

Air Bag Labels May Be Incorrect

183,922 Potential Units Affected

NHTSA 00V-258 · OEM 00063

GM Recalls 2000 Chevrolet S10, GMC Sonoma, Olds Bravada Due to Incorrect Payload Rating

223,194 Potential Units Affected

NHTSA 00V-220 · OEM 00043

1998 Chevrolet S10 GMC Sonoma Recall 00V220000

14,279 Potential Units Affected

NHTSA 00V-228 · OEM 00067

GM Recalls Multiple 2000-2001 Vehicles Due to Possible Seat Belt Failure

156,305 Potential Units Affected

NHTSA 99V-193 · OEM 99041

1991-1996 Chevrolet S10 GMC Sonoma Recall 99V193000

1,125,749 Potential Units Affected

NHTSA 00V-055 · OEM 00013

GM Recalls Certain Trucks Due to Antilock Brake System Pump Motor Issues

10,674 Potential Units Affected

NHTSA 99V-220 · OEM 99049

GM Recalls 2000 S-Series Trucks Due to Brake Pipe Union Sealing Issues and Leakage

3,947 Potential Units Affected

Recall FAQs

How do I know if my Gmc Sonoma has a recall?

How do I check my VIN for recalls for free?

What happens if my Gmc Sonoma has an open recall?

How long does a recall take to fix?

Do you need a warranty for a recall?

How long does a recall last on a car?

GMC Sonoma Recalls

There are 15 recalls that may affect your GMC Sonoma.

Gmc Sonoma

15 Recalls

NHTSA 04V-132 · OEM 04021

Air Bag Labels May Be Incorrect

183,922 Potential Units Affected

NHTSA 00V-258 · OEM 00063

GM Recalls 2000 Chevrolet S10, GMC Sonoma, Olds Bravada Due to Incorrect Payload Rating

223,194 Potential Units Affected

NHTSA 00V-220 · OEM 00043

1998 Chevrolet S10 GMC Sonoma Recall 00V220000

14,279 Potential Units Affected

NHTSA 00V-228 · OEM 00067

GM Recalls Multiple 2000-2001 Vehicles Due to Possible Seat Belt Failure

156,305 Potential Units Affected

NHTSA 99V-193 · OEM 99041

1991-1996 Chevrolet S10 GMC Sonoma Recall 99V193000

1,125,749 Potential Units Affected

NHTSA 00V-055 · OEM 00013

GM Recalls Certain Trucks Due to Antilock Brake System Pump Motor Issues

10,674 Potential Units Affected

NHTSA 99V-220 · OEM 99049

GM Recalls 2000 S-Series Trucks Due to Brake Pipe Union Sealing Issues and Leakage

3,947 Potential Units Affected