Power Train Related Problems of the 1997 GMC Sierra 1500

Table 1 shows two common power train related problems of the 1997 GMC Sierra 1500. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the differential unit (one problem).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of GMC Sierra 1500

Problem Category Number of Problems
Automatic Transmission problems
4
Differential Unit problems
1

Recently reported Power Train problems of the 1997 GMC Sierra 1500

The Automatic Transmission problem

1997 GMC sierra does not decelerate when the accelerator is released. Braking and/or downshifting only increased the rpm. Transmission can be put into neutral then back in the desired gear and the vehicle will then slow down slightly. Service dealer claimed no problem found.   Read details...

The Differential Unit problem

GMC k 1500 suburban 4wd 1997, 2nd replacement of carrier assembly. The consumer has had several problems with the vehicle to include a total front differential teardown and replacement of the front left axle and it's components.   Read details...


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