1995 GMC Topkick recalls & complaints
Source: NHTSA, updated daily. Last checked 2026-10-18. Recalls apply to specific VINs — run your VIN to confirm.
1 safety recall, most serious first
1. Transmission / drivetrain
What's wrong, in plain English: The parts that send engine power to the wheels. Failure can mean a sudden loss of power or the car rolling away. THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATION 573. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER HOSE ASSEMBY CAN RUPTURE.
What could happen: THIS CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF SUFFICIENT TRANSMISSION FLUID TO CAUSE THE TRANSMISSION TO STOP TRANSMITTING POWER TO THE REAR WHEELS AND COULD ALSO CAUSE SEVERE TRANSMISSION DAMAGE.
The fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SUSPECT TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER HOSES WITH PARTS THAT MEET SPECIFICATIONS.
What to do
- Check whether your car is affected: enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. A recall covers specific VINs, not every 1995 TOPKICK.
- Book a repair at any authorized GMC dealer. Quote NHTSA campaign 96I005000.
- The repair is free. By US law, safety recall repairs cost the owner nothing, no matter the car's age or mileage.
- Buying this car used? Ask the seller for proof the recall was completed, or run the VIN yourself before paying.
Official wording from NHTSA
Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
Summary: THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATION 573. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER HOSE ASSEMBY CAN RUPTURE.
Consequence: THIS CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF SUFFICIENT TRANSMISSION FLUID TO CAUSE THE TRANSMISSION TO STOP TRANSMITTING POWER TO THE REAR WHEELS AND COULD ALSO CAUSE SEVERE TRANSMISSION DAMAGE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SUSPECT TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER HOSES WITH PARTS THAT MEET SPECIFICATIONS.
Notes: NOTE: GENERAL MOTORS HAS DECIDED TO CONDUCT A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER HOSES WITHOUT CHARGE. OWNERS CAN CONTACT GMC AT 1-800-462-8782.
Useful for owners
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Most complained-about parts: Brakes (1), Transmission / drivetrain (1).
Complaints are unverified reports from owners. A pattern (many complaints about the same part) matters more than any single one.
Read recent complaints (2)
04/25/2012 · Brakes
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 GMC TOPKICK. WHILE PARKED ON AN INCLINE, THE CONTACT SET THE AUTOMATIC PARKING BRAKE BUT IT WOULD NOT ENGAGE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE PARKING BRAKE WOULD EITHER SET ITSELF OR NOT RELEASE UPON DISENGAGEMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THERE WAS WATER AC…
01/09/2001 · Transmission / drivetrain
CLUTCHES KEEP FAILING ,ONLY LAST ABOUT 6 MONTHS, CAUSE IS UNKNOWN .PLEASE PROVIDE FUTHER INFORMATION. *AK