Four problems related to body have been reported for the 2000 GMC Sierra 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 based on all problems reported for the 2000 Sierra 1500.
All frame supports a rotted need them welded. GMC does not stand behind thier products . How come Toyota had to replace their frams but gm don't have to .
Tl- the contact owns a 2000 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was found that the brake lines were rusted. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic who confirmed the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was 156,000. The VIN was not available. Mah.
While trying to sell my vehicle, an auto service facility discovered serious frame corrosion which could prove to be a safety issue. The corrosion seems excessive and suggests design and/or material deficiencies. I have had to replace all brake lines and have had transmission shift linkage failure, all due to rust. Also, excessive body rust in the lower rocker panels has occurred, more of a cosmetic problem, but indicative of the pervasive rust problem that exists.
Rust- had to replace all the brake lines,rocker panels and cab corners,gas tank straps rusted out and broke off . Both spring shackles broke from rust and had to be replaced,the frame had to be fixed(cracked) and now the shock mounts have rusted off and have to be fixed and its only got 115,000 miles.