Structure Problems of GMC Sierra 1500

GMC Sierra 1500 owners have reported 436 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 (271 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

The upper part of the grill detached on my 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 while going 65mph on the higway. The part is about 4 inches wide by 6 ft long. People behind me in traffic were swerving and dodging to avoid hitting it.   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 2024 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that after driving the vehicle for 20 minutes, the contact would feel significantly weaknand would faint. The contact later noticed that water was leaking from the windshield, which led to a mold infestation.   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 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while inspecting the vehicle, it was discovered that the subframe had experienced extensive rust and corrosion. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not yet notified of the failure.   Read details...




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