Table 1 shows 14 common power train related problems of the 1996 GMC Sierra. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the manual transmission (three problems).
Hard shift between gears, lost overdrive & reverse -- seems to be common problem! Read details...
The tranmission was replaced at 43429 miles, consumer believes there is a defect in workmanship or material which may have caused this failure at such low mileage. Read details...
While towing trailer with 2 quads (4 wheelers) on expressway with a group of CO-workers, I was attempting to pass another vehicle when my truck would not shift into passing gear. It made a loud "reving" noise and began rapidly decreasing in speed. Read details...