Suspension Problems of GMC Sierra

GMC Sierra owners have reported 175 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 22 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (62 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front suspension (31 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Suspension problems of GMC Sierra

The Suspension problem

The contact owned a 2000 GMC Sierra. The contact stated while driving at approximately 70 mph the driver's side front wheel control arm had fractured and the vehicle went out of control. The contact stated that the vehicle rolled over three times.   Read details...

The Front Suspension problem

Returned to dealer 4 times for: brakes going out (4 new sets installed) abnormal wear on tires (f) valves chattering at 10-65 mph returned to dealer 3 times for: steering sector knocking front axle making warping noise transmission clunking when shifting up or down returned to dealer 2 times   Read details...

The Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problem

2006 GMC Sierra. Consumer writes in regards to recall concerning hub bearing the consumer also stated, the brakes were not functioning properly. There were times, when it felt as though the brakes didn't grab.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Hub problem

The contact owns a 2006 GMC Sierra. The contact noticed the right and left front hub assembly was worn. The dealer did not offer any assistance since the warranty had expired. The manufacturer was not notified.   Read details...

The Rear Suspension problem

The contact owns a 2010 GMC Sierra. While driving at approximately 15 mph, the rear driver side leaf spring fractured and punctured a tire after driving over a pothole. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 79,000.   Read details...




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