The 1992 GMC Sonoma's elevated safety profile includes 2 recall campaigns and 42 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

06E0410002006-18-05

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

CERTAIN R&B, INC. CENTRAL MULTIPORT FUEL INJECTION (CMFI) FUEL RETURN LINES, MODELS HELP 55163, NAPA BALKAMP 700-3270, AND THE CONNECTION 2560001, SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE FUEL RETURN LINE HAS A MECHANICAL BLEED VALVE WHICH WAS NOT INSTALLED AT THE PROPER TORQUE.

A FUEL LEAK CAN OCCUR AT THE VALVE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

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99V1930001999-19-07

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN 4-WHEEL DRIVE PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ABS (ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM) MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 1989 THROUGH AUGUST 1996. UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS THE SWITCH WHICH SIGNALS THE ABS SYSTEM WHETHER THE VEHICLE IS IN 2-WHEEL OR 4-WHEEL DRIVE CAN MALFUNCTION CAUSING INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES DURING ABS STOPS WHILE IN THE TWO-WHEEL DRIVE MODE.

IF THIS OCCURRED AT A TIME WHEN MINIMUM STOPPING DISTANCE WAS REQUIRED, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1992 GMC Sonoma has accumulated 42 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with service brakes, hydraulic leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Service Brakes, Hydraulic20

02Power Train5

03Engine And Engine Cooling3

04Equipment3

05Electrical System3

42 total across 1 model years (1992–1992)Full data at NHTSA.gov

GMC Sonoma Fuel Economy

16–22mpg combined

14-20city

19-25hwy

$2,800-$4,750/yr

With 9 configurations tested, the 1992 GMC Sonoma ranges from 16 to 22 MPG combined. That's a 6 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Sonoma 2WD - Manual 5-spd

22mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

20 city25 hwy~$2,800/yr-1/10 Poor

Sonoma 2WD - Automatic 4-spd

20mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

18 city24 hwy~$3,100/yr-1/10 Poor

Sonoma 2WD - Manual 5-spd

19mpg

2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

17 city23 hwy~$3,250/yr-1/10 Poor

Sonoma 2WD - Automatic 4-spd

18mpg

4.3L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

16 city22 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor

Sonoma 2WD - Manual 5-spd

17mpg

4.3L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

15 city20 hwy~$3,600/yr-1/10 Poor

Sonoma 4WD - Automatic 4-spd

16mpg

4.3L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

14 city20 hwy~$4,750/yr-1/10 Poor

Sonoma 4WD - Manual 5-spd

16mpg

4.3L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive

15 city19 hwy~$3,850/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1992 GMC Sonoma

10States

46%in top 3

If you're near Oregon, you're in luck: 23% of listings are there. But with 10 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

OROregon

323%

CACalifornia

215%

DEDelaware

18%

ILIllinois

18%

INIndiana

18%

NENebraska

18%

OHOhio

18%

OKOklahoma

18%

KYKentucky

18%

PAPennsylvania

18%

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1992.

1992 GMC Sonoma: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 1992 GMC Sonoma a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 1992 GMC Sonoma. There are 2 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 1992 GMC Sonoma?

Yes, 2 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 1992 GMC Sonoma?

Fuel economy ranges from 16 to 22 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $895 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 1992 GMC Sonoma?

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC problems top the list with 42 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.

How does the 1992 compare to other GMC Sonoma years?

Each GMC Sonoma model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the GMC Sonoma overview page.