1998 GMC Sonoma vs 2000 GMC Sonoma
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 GMC Sonoma | 2000 GMC Sonoma |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 156 | 136 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 76 | 304 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–22 | 16–23 |
| Median reported mileage | 67,440 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Sonoma | GMC Sonoma |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 55 | 5 |
| Structure | 14 | 41 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 15 | 30 |
| Seats | 29 | 11 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 10 |
| Power Train | 11 | 8 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 6 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 25 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 5 |
1998 GMC Sonoma
2000 GMC Sonoma
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.