2000 GMC Sierra 3500 recalls and problems

The 2000 GMC Sierra 3500 has 2 safety recalls and 26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any GMC dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
26
Crashes / fires
3 / 1
Injuries / deaths
3 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2000 GMC Sierra 3500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 GMC Sierra 3500 recalls

Recall 04V-562: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

Reported Nov 26, 2004 · 1,660 vehicles affected · MOBILITY WORKS

Problem: On certain vans equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.

Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. Sure-lok will handle the repairs for this campaign. Owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or mobilityworks at 1-800-769-8267.

Recall 00V-054: Steering

Reported Feb 28, 2000 · 1,462 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Problem: Vehicle description: chassis cabs. The tapered hole in the drag link end that attaches to the pitman arm tapered ball stud may be machined too deep causing the hole to be oversized. A drag link with an oversized hole may not "seat" the pitman arm tapered ball when assembled. This could cause higher than normal friction between components during operation, and possibly result in joint separation or a broken ball stud.

Risk: If the joint separated or the ball stud brake while the vehicle was moving, steering control would be lost.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the steering linkage assembly and, if necessary, replace the drag link and the pitman arm.

2000 GMC Sierra 3500 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic12
Power Train4
Engine and Engine Cooling3
Structure3
Tires2
Suspension1
Seats1
Steering1
Electrical System1
Visibility1
Unknown or Other1

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Driveline › Differential Unit — 2
  • Tires › Tread/Belt — 1
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc — 1
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components — 1
  • Suspension › Front — 1
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
  • Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Pump — 1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 57,007 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 GMC Sierra 3500 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Power Train · reported Apr 21, 2025
Previous years of my truck with the Allison “branded” transmission have been reported to lock up while driving. From what I can gather there was a recall. Instead of fixing the issues with the transmission a program was installed to put the transmission in limp mode during the failure. My model, a 2023 apparently came with the limp mode feature already installed. When my transmission failed it took the truck out of gear and locked up for a moment before I could safely pull over.
Unknown or Other · at 260,000 miles · reported Mar 21, 2018
Faulty inside door handles and mechanicisms.the door handle itself will break or the connecting mechanism will break not allowing the occupants any ability to leave from the vehicle in case of an emergency or otherwise causing them to be trapped inside. This is particularly dangerous in a fire, submerged in water or windows freezing shut from ice or snow.
Tires · reported Oct 5, 2012
The contact owns a 2000 gmc 3500 equipped with bf goodrich tires, size lt245/75/r16. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 12t019000 (Tires:tread/belt) and went to a local tire shop to have the tires changed however, the contact was advised that they were not aware of the recall. The contact notified the manufacturer who advised him to return to the tire shop to have the tires replaced. The tires were never replaced. The DOT number was unavailable. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was unavailable.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · reported Sep 26, 2011
Exiting the highway on an off ramp, applied the brakes and the peddle went to the floor. Found a brake line had corroded and burst. Had to repair along the road.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 29,567 miles · reported Dec 28, 2010
2000 gmc k3500 reg. Cab pickup 4x4 -- brake pedal goes to floor and ABS system engages. Vehicle has extended braking distances on dry pavement. Brake light comes on and goes off after re-application of brakes by "pumping" them. Pedal also goes to floor without engagement of ABS system and vehicle will not stop. Problem has been recurring for three (3) years but this time vehicle was intentionally driven into a snowbank to prevent a collision with another vehicle. On 06/24/2010 driver rear brake line (Steel) rotted through where it touched frame and expelled all brake fluid from master cylinder…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 GMC Sierra 3500 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 GMC Sierra 3500: 04V-562 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 00V-054 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 GMC Sierra 3500?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (12 reports), followed by power train (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 57,007 miles.

Are GMC recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized GMC dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.