3
recalls
The GMC General has 3 recalls covering 5,027 vehicles as reported; model year 1986 is covered by the most (2).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
3
Most for 1986: 2
Units affected
5,027
As reported
Overall stars
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Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the GMC General by component
- Service brakes, air1 · 7 units
- Steering1 · 4,779 units
- Vehicle speed control1 · 241 units
GMC General recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 1989 | GMC Brigadier, General (1988): Service brakes, airNo. 89V121000 | Other or not stated | 7 |
| Nov 25, 1986 | GMC General (1985-1986): SteeringNo. 86V157000 | Crash risk | 4,779 |
| Sep 19, 1986 | GMC Brigadier, General (1986): Vehicle speed controlNo. 86V130000 | Crash risk | 241 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1988 GMC General recalled?
Yes: 1 recall covers the 1988 GMC General. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the GMC General have?
3 recalls cover the GMC General, for 5,027 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is service brakes, air (1 recalls).
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.