1995 GMC Vandura: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1995 GMC Vandura: 1 recall, 34 owner complaints and up to 17 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #94V227000 · 1994 · 185 vehicles
What's wrong: Both the supplemental inflatable restraint (sir) caution label and an engine start label were installed on the same side of the driver's sun visor. This does not comply with fmvss no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: Consequence of non-compliance: operators could fail to notice and heed the warning labels.
The fix: A new label, with installation instructions, will be sent directly to owners. Owners will install the label or can have their dealer install the label for them.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 9 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (hydraulic) (16): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (8).
- Airbags (4): the most common themes are fails to deploy (3).
- Visibility (wipers, glass) (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Steering (3): the most common themes are steering problems (2).
The 1995 GMC Vandura has 34 owner complaints, ranking #1 of 6 Vandura model years for complaints (3.5× the average Vandura year). Complaints peaked in 1997 (7 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 109,500 miles. Neighboring years: 1994 (14 complaints, 1 recalls), 1996 (4 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.5 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | Diesel |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 16 | Regular |
| 5.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 | 16 | 14 | Regular |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 15 | 14 | Regular |
| 5.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 | 14 | 12 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1995 GMC Vandura have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1995 GMC Vandura. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1995 GMC Vandura problems?
Owners have filed 34 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (hydraulic) (16), airbags (4), visibility (wipers, glass) (3).
What gas mileage does the 1995 GMC Vandura get?
EPA ratings run up to 17 mpg combined (6.5 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 5 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1995 GMC Vandura repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.