Two problems related to engine knocking noise have been reported for the 1999 GMC Sierra. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
: the contact stated a knocking noise was heard momentarily when starting the vehicle. The vehicle has been taken to the dealership 3 times who determined the pistons were knocking. The problem cannot be repaired. The dealership informed the contact of a TSB #010601028a. Updated 3/9/2006 -.
Consumer states there is a loud knocking sound in engine every morning at start up, dealer could not find the cause, the manufacturer offered the consumer a warranty on the engine, consumer still experiencing problem.