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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1GTEK19T6XE510286 · Checked Nov 11, 2026
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1GTEK19T6XE•••••• 1999 Gmc SIERRA

This build draws 3.4× more complaints than the average 1999 Gmc SIERRA build (8 vs 2).

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484on the model
203builds in total
Most reported Service Brakes 5 Hydraulic 3 Fuel System 2 Power Train 1

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Service Brakes Jul 2015
While pulling out of my driveway I experienced complete brake failure. Looked under truck and brake fluid was everywhere and the brake lines were severely rusted and had busted. Looked it up and this appears to be a common problem with this model truck but there has never been a…
Fuel System Jul 2003
While on a trip gas gauge malfunctioned. The fuel gauge remained on 3/4 while the mileage was 335. When filling the tank it showed full after 4 gallons were delivered. The problem continued thereafter till present. The only way to know the fuel level is by the tripometer and…
Power Train Jan 1999
Transmission - harsh upshift 2-3 & 3-4, been at dealers 3 times to no avail
Service Brakes Nov 2005
Antilock brakes kickedin at low speed, less than 10 mph in parking lot. Took a lot ofdistance to stop. If this happened at an intersection I would be in big trouble
Fuel System Jun 2002
Fuel gauge low fuel light comes on intermittently even after just filling up and fuel gauge bounces all over the place
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1GTEK19T6XE510286 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.