Suspension Related Problems of the 2011 GMC Sierra 1500

Table 1 shows four common suspension related problems of the 2011 GMC Sierra 1500. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the suspension noise (two problems).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of GMC Sierra 1500


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2011 GMC Sierra 1500

The Suspension problem

Rear shock holder rusted through cross member on frame making top of shock stay forced against bottom of the bed of the truck.   Read details...

The Suspension Noise problem

The contact owns a 2011 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact became aware that the rear axle cross pins failed and caused the rear tires to move. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired.   Read details...

The Rear Suspension problem

Tl the contact owns a 2011 GMC Sierra 1500. While driving various speeds, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the shaft on the pinion gear was fractured. The vehicle was repaired.   Read details...


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