Steering Problems of GMC Sierra 3500

GMC Sierra 3500 owners have reported 38 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 10 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (21 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's hydraulic power assist steering system (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Steering problems of GMC Sierra 3500

The Steering problem

The control arm bearing appears to have failed without warning causing loss of steering control. This occurred at low speed on a street in [xxx] last night near a gas station, so the driver was able to drive to a safe location easily without risk to life.   Read details...

The Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problem

The contact owned a 2005 GMC 3500 truck. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked outside his home with the engine shut off. While inside the home, he heard an unusually loud explosion. Upon further inspection, the vehicle was completely engulfed in flames.   Read details...

The Power Steering Pump problem

I was traveling on a busy roadway at 40 mph when fuel filter warning light came on suddenly and vehicle lost all power - including the loss of power steering and power braking. Thankfully I had not yet entered the highway and was able to slow vehicle down but with great difficulty and not injure   Read details...

The Power Steering Failed problem

Power steering failed while driving, brakes immediately less effective.   Read details...

The Power Steering Hose, Piping, And Connections problem

The contact owned a 2005 GMC 3500 truck. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked outside his home with the engine shut off. While inside the home, he heard an unusually loud explosion. Upon further inspection, the vehicle was completely engulfed in flames.   Read details...




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