Table 1 shows one common electronic stability control related problems of the 2012 GMC Sierra.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control problems |
Pulling into a parking spot in a parking garage going no more than 3 miles per hour, or however fast this vehicle can go while foot is resting on break, getting ready to fully break. As I pressed down on break to stop, the vehicle continued as if the anti-lock break system slipped, causing the truck to drive forward crashing through the sheetrock wall and finally stopping after hitting the glass windows. Two weeks later, after all cosmetic repairs were done, the vehicle did the same thing in another parking lot, but luckily broke before hitting the curb and light post. I did feel under my foot on the break peddle, as I pressed down to stop, a slip of some sort which at the same time caused the vehicle to push forward right before stopping. This is definitely a malfunction of some sort with the anti-lock break system.
Apparently gm uses peanut oil to lubricate wiring so they can more easily insulate, etc (accorging to the gm dealer). This attracts rats and mice which chew up the wiring - potentially impacting sensors and other items controlling cruise, stability/traction control, and any number of electrical systems that the driver may be relying upon for safety. I actually had map sensor wires chewed up that disabled my stability/traction systems and inhibited engine performance. Luckily for me it happened in my driveway rather than on the highway. Dealer claims it is not warranty item even though caused by a process that gm elects to use in building the vehicle. This could impact any/every vehicle that gm builds with use of peanut oil (may indeed be all of their models).