Steering Problems of GMC C1500

GMC C1500 owners have reported 18 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 8 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (7 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering wheel (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Steering problems of GMC C1500

The Steering problem

Traveling at 40 mph the vehicle has failed to come to complete stop and keeps skidding. Truck started to skid side ways,brakes gave out and would not function properly. Truck kept skidding for about half mile before brakes worked and was able to control the suburban.   Read details...

The Steering Wheel problem

Intermittently steering wheel becomes loose, and it will steer either to the left or to the right. The dealer has been notified.   Read details...

The Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

Power steering assist tends to pull the wheel to the right or left with too much assist after barely turning the wheel one way or the other (has always done this since new). Windshield wipers have recently been acting up when activating the washer mechanism.   Read details...

The Steering Rack And Pinion problem

Steering system continually experiences stiff steering.   Read details...

The Steering Is Loose problem

Steering becomes loose when driving into curves. This could cause you to lose control of vehicle. Came close to have an accident!!! had went to the nearest GMC dealership, their response was,there's no recall and nothing to worry about.   Read details...




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