2003 GMC Sierra 1500 steering complaints

Filed Mar 7, 2008 · Brakes, Electrical · PA

2003 gmc sierra with several problems. Consumer states that the transmission failed. Passenger side window motor broke, speedometer failed due to stepper motor failure, truck is on the third set of front brake rotors, and upper support column bearings, and more problems. *kb the consumer stated the dealer refused to replace the upper support bearing, but replaced the intermediate shaft instead. The rear planatery forward clutch was burnt, which caused the transmission to fail.

Filed Feb 25, 2008 · Engine, Lights · 80,845 miles · KS

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 gmc sierra 1500. The headlights dim and the engine shuts off when the contact depresses the brake pedal. The steering wheel does not move and the contact was almost involved in a crash. The dealer could not determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer would not assist the dealer in locating the failure. The current and failure mileages were 80,845. Updated 4/2/08 *cn the consumer stated when the engine shuts off and vehicle is still, the steering wheel becomes inoperable. Updated 04/02/08

Filed Nov 22, 2006 · Steering · 24,000 miles · FL

I have a 2003 gmc sierra ext cab short bed pickup. At 24,000 miles I had to have the steering shaft replaced because it was wore out and causing a popping noise when I turned or went over a bump. I now have 44,000 miles on the truck and the shaft is already worn out again! It seems like these are only lasting for about 20,000 miles.

Filed Sep 6, 2006 · Steering · 51,000 miles · AZ

Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds on any road conditions, whenever the vehicle hit a bump in the road there was a knocking noise in the steering gear box. The noise got louder when the steering wheel was turned to either direction. The vehicle was not taken in for service.

Filed Jul 21, 2006 · Steering · 60,980 miles · OH

Dt*: the contact stated that while driving 15 MPH and making a right turn, there was a clunking noise under the hood, and a shaking in the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer, where the dealer removed the shaft sector, regreased it, and reinstalled it.