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2000 GMC Sonoma recalls and problems

3 recalls and 136 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2000 GMC Sonoma.

3
recalls
136
owner complaints
15
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2000 GMC Sonoma recalls

Equipment: other, labels

NHTSA campaign 00V258001 · reported September 8, 2000 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 223,194 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles. Some of these vehicles were built with incorrect payload information on the vehicle certification label. The payload shown on the label is greater than the maximum validated payload. If the vehicle were loaded to the incorrectly labeled payload, it may not ride and handle in the manner that the driver expects.
The risk
This could result in a loss of control of the vehicle or an inability to stop the vehicle within expected stopping distances.
The fix
Owners will be sent a new label for installation on the driver's door of the vehicle.

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

NHTSA campaign 00V055000 · reported February 28, 2000 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 10,674 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks equipped with 4-wheel disc brakes. Some of these vehicles have an antilock brake system (ABS) motor containing an out-of-specification spring clip. This clip could allow the motor bearing to become misaligned. If misalignment occurs, eventually the ABS would be non-functional.
The risk
The base brakes would remain fully functional, but the dynamic rear proportioning (drp) system, which optimizes front to rear brake balance, would become inoperative.
The fix
Dealers will replace the brake pressure module valve assembly.

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

NHTSA campaign 99V220000 · reported August 11, 1999 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 3,947 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Vehicle description: s -trucks equipped with 2 wheel drive. These vehicles may have had the right-hand antilock brake system (ABS) module feed pipe and/or brake crossover pipe tube nuts tightened without seating the pipe-flared-ends enough to withstand normal assembly and vehicle inputs without partially unseating. This does not comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 105, "hydraulic service brake normal, emergency, and park braking performance."
The risk
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.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the brake pipe union for signs of brake fluid, and if necessary, install a new brake pipe union.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jul 11, 2020 · Service brakes · 102,000 miles

I HAD A NEAR DEATH ACCIDENTS (TWICE) DUE TO CATASTROPHIC BRAKE LINE FAILURE FROM SEVERELY RUSTED BRAKE LINES THE FRONT LEFT AND THE INTERMEDIATE LINE FROM FRONT TO REAR SECTION ON TOP OF FRAME RAIL. FIRST INCIDENT WAS AT SPEED OF 45 MPH ON HIGHWAY WITH HARD STOP REQUIRED TO AVOID STOPPED TRAFFIC AHEAD. SECOND FAILURE…

Apr 16, 2017 · Service brakes · 101,000 miles

FOR THE THIRD TIME MY BRAKE LINE BROKE AND LOST ALL BRAKES IN MOTION LUCK FOR ME AND MY WIFE WE WERE ABLE TO PULL OFF THE ROAD GOING TO HAVE IT TOWED TO A SHOP FOR REPAIR AGAIN WHAT IS GOING ON WITH GMC QUALITY AND SAFETY.

Sep 7, 2016 · Tires · 117,366 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 GMC SONOMA EQUIPPED WITH COOPER COBRA RADIAL G/T TIRES, SIZE: P255/60R15 (NA). WHILE INDEPENDENTLY PERFORMING ROUTINE SERVICE ON THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT ALL THE TIRES DEVELOPED CRACKS ON THE INNER PART OF THEIR RESPECTIVE SIDEWALLS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT…

Feb 3, 2016 · Engine

THE TRUCKS BEEN HANDLING FINE AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN THE OIL PAN BLOWS OUT ON THE TRUCK AND I THINK IT THREW A ROD. WHICH IS NOT MY FAULT A PIECE CAME APART OR CAME OUT OF THE ENGINE CAUSING ALL THAT PRESSURE TO BUILD UP AND MESS IT UP. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION NOT GOING OVER 60

May 16, 2015 · Unknown or other

THE SPARE TIRE FELL OFF MY GMC SONOMA WHILE I WAS DRIVING IT. THE CABLE IN THE SPARE TIRE HOIST RUSTED INTO.

Sonoma model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2000 3136150
2001 18971
2002 05721
2003 13921

Across all years, the 2000 Sonoma has the most complaints (136). All GMC Sonoma years →

Questions

Does the 2000 GMC Sonoma have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2000 GMC Sonoma, the most recent reported on September 8, 2000 (Equipment: other, labels). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 GMC Sonoma?
Owners have filed 136 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (41 complaints), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (30).
How many 2000 GMC Sonoma complaints mention a crash or fire?
15 of 136 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 9 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 11, 2020.