1999 GMC Z-71 Recalls
No NHTSA recalls on record for the 1999 GMC Z-71. That means NHTSA has no open safety campaign for this vehicle — it does not guarantee the absence of problems. Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the service brakes, hydraulic. Last updated July 5, 2026.
Complaints by component
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.
“Sporadic brake failure "lock up" upon sudden braking”
“The electric window does not work. When inspected it was determined to be due to the cable. *ak *sc *jb”
“While braking the antilock brakes failed and caused extended stopping distances. The consumer pulled the vehicle over and removed the anti lock brake fuse in order for the anti lock brakes to work properly. The dealership was notified but the problem was not resolved. *nlm”
“The abs control unit will not stop running.*ak”
“Abs light came on. Noise from under the truck continues after shutting engine off! Had to pull the fuse to shut the engine off. $1000+ repair bill.*ak”
“Consumer states that the drivers window drop down and notice that a bolt was loose on the guide track, and a month later the passenger side window drop down. Ts”
“Brakes pulsate and make a grinding noise when applied. Many times taken in for service, but rust was never detected. Wheel should have been pulled off each time. Consumer was taking aciton with manufacturer. Pleas add vin. *ak”
“Brakes pulsate and make a grinding noise when applied. Many times taken in for service, but rust was never detected. Wheel should have been pulled off each time. Consumer was taking aciton with manufacturer. Pleas add vin. *ak”
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 1999 GMC Z-71 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.