1993 GMC Typhoon Problems

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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

10 complaints

WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH APPLIED ON BRAKES WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE CROSSED IN FRONT OF CONSUMER'S VEHICLE, RESULTING IN BRAKE FAILURE, AND CAUSING AN ACCIDENT.*AK

Apr 23, 2002

Crash: 1

WHILE APPLYING BRAKES WITH FOOT IS ON BRAKE PEDAL , PEDAL WILL GO TO FLOOR. FIRST, PEDAL WILL SLOWLY DECLINE, AND THEN GO STRAIGHT TO FLOORBOARD, FEELS LIKE LOSING BRAKE FLUID.CONSUMER MUST REAPPLY BRAKE PEDAL. *AK

Jun 18, 2001

WHEN APPLYING BRAKES IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION PEDAL GET HARDS AND THE TRUCK TRAVELS AN ADDITONAL 200 FEET BEFORE STOPPING. THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE A CRASH. PROBLEM WAS REPORTED TO THE DEALERSHIP. OWNER HAS DISCONNECTED THE ABS. OTHER GMC MODELS RECALLED FOR THIS PROBLEM, TYPHOONS ARE NOT ON THE LIST. *AK.ET.

Apr 17, 2000

WE HAD BEEN TOLD THERE WAS A BUY BACK AGREEMENT BY GMC BECAUSE OF ANTI-LOCK BRAKE FAILURES. WE CANNOT FIND OR CONFIRM THIS INFORMATION.

Jul 15, 1999

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR THIS VEHICLE. *AK

Jun 14, 1999

+ 5 more complaints for this component

TIRES

1 complaint

LAST INCIDENT WAS ON HIGHWAY BLOWOUT ON RIGHT REAR TIRE . WE HAD CHECKED AIR PRESSURE ON TIRES PRIOR TO TRIP AND WERE GOOD. FIRESTONE DEALER HERE IN MCPHERSON WHERE THEY WERE PURCHASED WOULD NOT WARRENTY THE TIRE BUT WOULD GIVE A SMALL DISCOUNT. WE ELECTED TO KEEP THE TIRE AND NOT TAKE THE DISCOUNT. IT'S AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION. WE HAVE OTHER TIRES OF SAME KIND AND TYPE IN WHICH THE STEEL CORDS ARE SHOWING READY TO BLOW SO WE REMOVED THEM ALSO, THEY WERE ON ANOTHER TRUCK OF OURS. WE ALSO HAVE ANOTHER TWO TIRES STILL AT THE DEALER WITH SIMILIAR PROBLEMS , THE DEALER HAS SENT IN A CLAIM TO FIRESTONE ON THEM FROM IN DEC. 2000. LUCKY FOR US WE ARE DOING VERY LITTLE HIGHWAY HIGH SPEED DRIVING. THE LAST BLOWOUT WOULD PROBABLY RESULTED IN A ACCIDENT IF WE HAD BEEN IN TRAFFIC.*AK (DOT NUMBER: VN11818087 TIRESIZE: LT245/75R1)

Apr 06, 2001

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 complaint

I HAVE BEEN THE SOLE OWNER OF THIS WELL MAINTAINED VEHICLE SINCE IT WAS PURCHASED NEW. I NOTICED GASOLINE LEAKAGE FROM THE GAS TANK ONTO MY GARAGE FLOOR. WHEN REPAIRED BY A GMC DEALERSHIP, I WAS TOLD THAT THE GAS TANK HAD RUSTED THROUGH ON THE TOP SURFACE CAUSING THE LEAK AND REQUIRING REPLACEMENT OF THE GAS TANK. THIS PROBLEM PRESENTED A VERY SERIOUS RISK OF FIRE AND OTHER OWNERS OF THIS VEHICLE MAY BE UNKNOWINGLY AT RISK.*AK

May 27, 2000

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

1 complaint

DRIVER SIDE DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE PROPERLY. IT MUST BE SLAMMMED OR CLOSED NUMEROUS TIMES TO INSURE IT IS CLOSED TIGHTLY. *AK

Jan 05, 2000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 complaint

NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR THIS VEHICLE. *AK

Jul 13, 1999

WHEELS

1 complaint

LEFT REAR TIRE STUDS BROKE, CAUSING WHEEL TO FALL OFF. (OHIO STATE POLICE REPORT)

Aug 14, 1996

Crash: 1

PARKING BRAKE

1 complaint

EMERGENCY BRAKE LATCH FAILED, CAUSING ACCIDENT. *SD

Jun 01, 1996

Crash: 1

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 complaint

WHEN TRYING TO GET INTO THE TRUCK, THE TRUCK RAN BACKWARDS AND RAN OVER THE DRIVER AND SERIOUSLY INJURED HER. PLEASE DESCRIBE. *AK

Mar 21, 1996

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

POWER TRAIN

1 complaint

DRIVE SHAFT FELL OFF, CAUSING ACCIDENT. (NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE REPORT)

Sep 25, 1995

4.5/5.0

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Review by Component

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 1993 GMC Typhoon have?

The 1993 GMC Typhoon currently has 18 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 1993 GMC Typhoon?

The most common problems reported for the 1993 GMC Typhoon are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 1993 GMC Typhoon problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 1993 GMC Typhoon comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

How do I report problems with my 1993 GMC Typhoon?

You can report safety problems with your 1993 GMC Typhoon directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 1993 GMC Typhoon VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 1993 GMC Typhoon reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 1993 GMC Typhoon. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.