Front Suspension Wheel Bearing Problems of GMC Sierra 2500

Noticed a noise in the front suspension/drive train. An alignment shop checked the front end and they found that the front sealed wheel bearings were about to have a catastrophic failure. Vehicle has 65,000 miles and has never been subjected to harsh environments. Was told that the vehicle could not be driven safely. Sealed bearings have no maintenance options and can create an accident. Learned of other GMC front wheel bearing issues while meeting with the shop to arrange for repairs.

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The contact owns a 2003 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact heard a loud squeaking noise coming from the wheel bearings. He took the vehicle to a local dealer and they stated that the wheel bearings failed. The contact is in the process of having the vehicle repaired. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 62,000 and current mileage was 67,149.

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The contact owns a 2004 GMC Sierra 2500 hd. While driving approximately 55 mph, the contact felt excessive wobbling on the hubs of the vehicle. The dealer stated that the front wheel bearings needed to be replaced. The bearings were repaired. He filed a formal complaint with the manufacturer. The current and failure mileages were 90,000.

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Front wheel bearings degraded to the point that entire wheel was loose from hub. When on a jack could move the wheel several inches in or out of wheel housing with minimal hand pressure. Repair agency indicated that there was a distinct possibility that, if undetected, this condition could have created a situation leading to a serious accident (affect to steering/control). The second front wheel bearing experienced the same defect approximately 8 months later, even after being inspected at the time of the other failure.

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