Dashboard Crack problems of the 2013 GMC Sierra 1500

The dashboard has cracked in the area of the airbags and instrument panel. The cracks occurred while parked overnight in my driveway. I contacted the local GMC dealer who informed me this was a common occurrence with GMC vehicles. I asked if gm would cover the repair since this was a common problem with gm vehicles. I was informed it was not covered by gm and I would be responsible for the cost of repairs which total approximately $1000. 00. I believe these cracks create a safety hazard and are a result of defective parts installed by gm.

Cracked dashboard near air bag. I have 3 cracks on the dashboard. This is very common ive been reading. Is this a safety issue regarding the air bag?.

Tl the contact owns a 2013 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that the dashboard had cracks on the passenger side by the air bag unit, in the center, and around the instrument cluster. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact called covert Chevrolet Buick GMC (11750 research blvd ste d, austin, TX 78759, (512) 371-6075) and was referred to the manufacturer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 67,000.

As I was driving down a smooth interstate highway, heard a pop and noticed the dash had cracked at the corner of the passenger air bag and started making a noise. A few days later the same thing happened, but on the drivers side above the instrument cluster. The one crack has become a cut/scrape hazard while cleaning. I assume that it will become larger. Possibly exposing the air bag assembly to damaging heat and sun exposure.

Cracked dash.

Safety issue with cracks in the dashboard in the upper left portion of the passenger side airbag. If the airbag goes off, either in accident or in error, parts of the dashboard will dislodge and be a danger to the occupants.

Cracked dashboard top left corner of passenger airbag .