Table 1 shows six common steering related problems of the 1996 GMC Suburban. The number one most common problem is related to the steering wheel (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering linkages (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering Wheel problems | |
| Steering Linkages problems | |
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Gear Box problems | |
| Power Steering Pump problems | |
| Steering Idler Arm problems |
While driving at 45mph the steering wheel came loose and was able to be turned 360 degrees, resulting in the vehicle hitting a wall due to a loose bolt in steering column. Read details...
Truck pulls when braking. Tbs fix implemented with little to no improvement. Last time at dealer, dealer said GMC has problem with 3/4ton Suburban brakes but doesn't have fix. Nothing he can do. Truck has had combination valve replaced, rear shoes replaced, front pads replaced (5x total), calipers Read details...
While driving about 45 mph going around a curve, driver lost control of the Suburban because it would not correct from the steering attempt. The steering wheel would rotated at 360 degrees, but would not correct the direction of the vehicle. GMC would not respond to complaint. Read details...