Table 1 shows five common suspension related problems of the 2006 GMC Sierra 1500. The number one most common problem is related to the front suspension wheel bearing (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the suspension (three problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problems | |
| Suspension problems | |
| Front Suspension Hub problems | |
| Front Suspension Leaf Spring problems | |
| Suspension Torsion Bar problems |
I was driving down the road going 35 miles an hour and noticed a loud grinding noise then my abs light came on. My steering was much less responsive. I hit a bump in the road and my truck ran into a fence. I had to change the wheel bearings to correct the problem. Read details...
The front left frame that the wheel and suspension bolt onto is in advanced rust stages. It is being considered unsafe to drive although the right side is still considered safe. Common issue from what I have heard. Took car in to replace the starter and shop doesnwant to work on it. Read details...
The contact owns a 2006 GMC Sierra 1500. When the brake pedal was depressed at various speeds, the vehicle vibrated without warning. While the vehicle was being serviced for NHTSA campaign number: 06e050000 (service brakes, air), the passenger side hub fractured and was unable to be repaired. Read details...