GMC General recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
3 recalls found for the GMC General in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Choose a model year:
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 GMC General | 1 | 0 |
| 1986 GMC General | 2 | 0 |
| 1985 GMC General | 1 | 0 |
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Newest GMC General recalls
- Jul 24, 198989V121000Service brakes, air7 vehiclesGMC Brigadier and General
The rear axle relay valves (one per axle) may not meet brake release timing requirements of FMVSS 121.
- Nov 25, 198686V157000Steering4,779 vehicles1985-1986 GMC General
A clamp pinch bolt securing the upper steering shaft to the lower steering shaft may loosen.
- Sep 19, 198686V130000Vehicle speed control241 vehiclesGMC Brigadier and General
The throttle return spring assembly may fail and prevent the throttle from returning to the closed (idle) position when the accelerator pedal is released.