Steering Problems of GMC Sierra

GMC Sierra owners have reported 287 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 24 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (115 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's hydraulic power assist steering system (32 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Steering problems of GMC Sierra

The Steering problem

The contact owns a 2015 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 mph into oncoming traffic the power steering had suddenly failed the contact had to use an excessive amount of strength to maneuver the vehicle. There were no warning lights.   Read details...

The Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

: the contact stated while making a u turn at 3 mph the power steering and abs failed. This occurred on a normal road during normal braking. The vehicle was slowly driven home. The dealership was notified however no repairs were made.   Read details...

The Steering Wheel problem

Structural cross member between frame rails just above rear wheels rusted away leaving rt rear shock unattached. . . . . Further investigation this week by body shop will determine amounts of rust to left side and possible danger by unsupported gas tank?   Read details...

The Power Steering Pump problem

There is a extremely dangerous electrics issue with my 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 all terrain. In the last 18 months my truck has locked the steering at low speed while turning 8 times. (I could have easily broken a finger a lost control of my truck) .   Read details...

The Steering Column problem

I did not know about this site and this accident happened in oct 2014. I was going around a curve with 40 mph speed limit and I was going 40 mph. I started to brake as this was downhill and a very large truck and I did not wish to increase speed as I followed the curve.   Read details...




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