Engine Oil Leaking problems of the 2003 GMC Sierra

Two problems related to engine oil leaking have been reported for the 2003 GMC Sierra. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Failure Date: 11/17/2008

The contact owns a 2003 GMC Sierra. While driving less than 10 mph in a busy parking lot, the contact depressed the brake pedal before completing a left turn and felt the brakes shaking. The brake pedal extended to the floor. He was able to maneuver the vehicle to safety and continued to apply the brakes. He allowed the vehicle to coast until it came to a complete stop. The dealer stated that the failure occurred due to corrosion of the brake lines. The manufacturer would not assist with the repairs due to the corrosion. The failure and current mileages were 87,974. Updated 12/17/08. The rear main seal was leaking oil. The wheel speed sensor was replaced, due to the abs light illuminating. Updated 12/18/08.

2 Engine Oil Leaking problem

Failure Date: 07/16/2004

Oil leak at rear of the engine. The dealearship replaced the intake manigold gasgettwice, and replaced the valve cover gasget, twice. The truck has been taken into the dealership five times for this problem.




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