How many recalls does the 1997 GMC C6500 have?

The 1997 GMC C6500 has no NHTSA safety recalls on record.

How do I check if my 1997 GMC C6500 has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 1997 GMC C6500?

Of 2 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is power train.

1997 GMC C6500 Recalls

No recalls on record Updated July 2026

No NHTSA recalls on record for the 1997 GMC C6500. That means NHTSA has no open safety campaign for this vehicle — it does not guarantee the absence of problems. Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the power train. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Complaints by component

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Total complaints2

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“Whenever the brakes are applied, the steering wheel would lock up. It cannot be turned right, but it can be turned left. Once brakes are released, can turn steering wheel right. Vehicle has been available for inspection, if needed. *ak”

STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR · reported 1999-09-08

“Two transmission replaced, 1st time drive shaft fell out on showroom floor, 2nd time transmission just failed.”

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 1997 GMC C6500 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.