2000 GMC Sonoma structure problems
41 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2000 GMC Sonoma — 30% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2000 gmc sonoma. The contact stated that the driver side door was loose and failed to close completely. An independent mechanic placed a pin on the bushing and noticed that the frame was completely rusted underneath the cab. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer…”
filed Aug 6, 2014
“While driving about 35mph, the spare tire fell from below my 2000 gmc sonoma. After stopping and safely getting out of the truck, I discovered that the cable holding the tire in place had broken allowing the spare tire to fall from the truck. Luckily, there was no one behind me at the time as the…”
filed Apr 9, 2010
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Structure problems in other Sonoma years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 Sonoma | 6 | 15% |
| 2002 Sonoma | 13 | 23% |
| 2001 Sonoma | 26 | 29% |
| 1999 Sonoma | 8 | 14% |
| 1998 Sonoma | 14 | 9% |
| 1997 Sonoma | 5 | 5% |
| 1996 Sonoma | 2 | 1% |
| 1995 Sonoma | 2 | 1% |
| 1994 Sonoma | 1 | 0% |
| 1992 Sonoma | 1 | 4% |
| 1991 Sonoma | 2 | 7% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2000 GMC Sonoma
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.