Suspension Related Problems of the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500

Table 1 shows three common suspension related problems of the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (twelve problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension control arm (two problems).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of GMC Sierra 1500


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500

The Suspension problem

My 2016 GMC sierra transmission going out again first time locked up and researched everyone I know that owns GMC says they have same issue replaced front drive train busted also and noticed the weld on the frame around steering box and frame has one weld pass very thin rusting away already I've   Read details...

The Front Suspension Control Arm problem

Front end upper control arms and struts are broken causing a grinding popping sound. My vehicle has never been off roading, all highway miles. Nhtsa shows a recall article on this particular mechanical issue (see attachment) as a recall for 2016 models.   Read details...

The Ball Joint problem

Tl- the contact owns a 2016 GMC sierra. The contact took the vehicle to be inspected for mechanical safety. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the vehicle failed the inspection for having defective ball joints on both sides that needed to be   Read details...


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