Structure Problems of GMC Sierra 1500

GMC Sierra 1500 owners have reported 461 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 13 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (293 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's dashboard crack (72 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Structure problems of GMC Sierra 1500

The Body problem

While driving on interstate 10 at 70 mph the upper section of the front grille broke off. After the part broke off it contacted my windshield before continuing to fly off behind him. Not only putting me in danger but also anyone traveling behind me.   Read details...

The Dashboard Crack problem

The dashboard is cracking. These cracks have happened when the vehicle has been parked. One is by the airbag cover, the other is on the instrument panel hood.   Read details...

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 25v060000 (structure), but the failure occurred. The contact stated that while driving at 65 mph, the top deflector shield detached from the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated.   Read details...

The Frame Rust problem

161131 miles frame rusted real bad body looks great for the year I just bought the truck looked real clean inside and out from origanal owner put it on a lift and the frame is so rusted out did some googleing and found that most all these trucks were built to rot out in 3 years   Read details...

The Frame And Members problem

The contact owns a 2013 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while having the vehicle inspected, the vehicle failed inspection due to the rear subframe being detached from rust. The contact stated that the failure was related to technical service bulletin: 19-na-255.   Read details...




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