2006 GMC Sierra 1500 suspension problems

Filed Sep 9, 2026 · Suspension · IL

The front left frame that the wheel and suspension bolt onto is in advanced rust stages. It is being considered unsafe to drive although the right side is still considered safe. Common issue from what I have heard. Took car in to replace the starter and shop doesnwant to work on it. We cannot afford a new vehicle because of a knkwn weakness in the frame work

Filed Jun 24, 2016 · Suspension · 322,566 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 gmc sierra 1500. When the brake pedal was depressed at various speeds, the vehicle vibrated without warning. While the vehicle was being serviced for the federal safety agency campaign number: 06e050000 (service brakes, air), the passenger side hub fractured and was unable to be repaired. The contact stated that the front driver side hub assembly was deemed after market and the repair was denied. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 322,566.

Filed Sep 4, 2010 · Suspension · 16,000 miles · FL

Driving interstate 95 right front wheel bearing failure.

Filed Sep 4, 2010 · Suspension · 12,000 miles · FL

Driving interstate 95 left front wheel bearing failure causing loud noise and steering shake.

Filed Oct 24, 2009 · Suspension · 83,000 miles · TX

My son was driving his 2006 gmc sierra pickup, when the ABS warning light illuminated,followed by the truck wanting to steer to the right. He investigated and found that the right front wheel was tilted inboard and decided to have the truck towed home. Today we removed the wheel, and found a total failure of the wheel hub assembly. This is a sealed unit that contains the wheel bearings, and has the wheel studs mounted to it also. Apparently this is not an item that can be serviced in the field, such as repacking of the bearings. Both wheel bearings were completely destroyed, and the only thing holding the wheel on was the brake caliper. We installed a new hub assembly and brake disc to correct the problem. Old parts are available.

Filed Feb 10, 2009 · Suspension · 63,965 miles · NC

I was driving down the road going 35 miles an hour and noticed a loud grinding noise then my ABS light came on. My steering was much less responsive. I hit a bump in the road and my truck ran into a fence. I had to change the wheel bearings to correct the problem.

Filed Jan 21, 2008 · Suspension · 15,000 miles · MD

Vehicle had banging underneath the driver's feet while going over the slightest bump. Also very loose front end sway. Took to the dealer and the replaced the left front torsion bar mount, correcting problem. Made a big difference in ride performance.

Filed Nov 14, 2007 · Suspension · 2,900 miles · LA

Vehicle shakes violently enough to jar your internal equipment even if you go over the smallest bump or expansion joint in the road . Returned to dealer 5 times for same complaint dealer said there is no fix. Even though we informed him that truck was uncontrollable on wet pavement and made you motion sick. Dealers service manager was convinced to ride in the truck and stated " this ride is unacceptable".

Filed Mar 4, 2007 · Suspension · 15,900 miles · NV

Suspension made a 'thunking' noise while driving over bumps. I took it into the dealer and was told the r. Rear tensioner leaf spring worn or was worn and needed replacement. I never got a straight answer as to why, bad metal or what? I've never towed anything and have never had any heavy loads in the bed causing over compression of the leaf springs. Truck has always seemed to lean to one side and looks lower than factory height. Dealer fixed under warranty. It now seems to be making a similar noise but from the front suspension area while driving over speed bumps and into driveways. I have to verify this and get it back into the dealership for more work...and try to get answers.

Filed Nov 30, 2006 · Brakes, Suspension · 28,427 miles · AZ

Dt*: while driving various speeds going down hill and appliying the brakes the vehicel rattled and shook. The vehicle was driven to the dealer, who determined this was a characteristic of the vehicle. Updated 1/31/2007 -