Wiring problems of the 1997 GMC Sierra

Two problems related to wiring have been reported for the 1997 GMC Sierra. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 09/01/2001

Insulation around wiring and connector of unit inside fuel tank caught on fire due to a short. Consumer states plug and wiring were inside fuel tank, wires going to odometer and fuel pump, the fire was inside the fuel tank.

2 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 11/29/1999

Vehicle fire started in drivers door panel at the control for the power mirror, claim 53-c467-067.




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