The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact stated that the steering wheel failed to turn into the intended direction. The contact stated that the steering wheel was 15 meters from center. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle drove abnormally rough. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with upper control arms failure. The contact was informed that the upper control arms needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact stated that previously the lower control arms, four alignments, and all four tires were replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact was advised to contact the federal safety agency Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 59,000.
2016 GMC Sierra 1500 suspension problems
15 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 33,128.
- owner complaints
- 15
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- typical mileage
- 33,128
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
Owners did not name a specific part.
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
GMC Sierra 1500 suspension problems in other years
Related recalls
Suspension: front: control arm
- What is wrong
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2016 Cadillac Escalade, Cadillac Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Sierra, GMC Yukon and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. The front upper control arms may have inadequate welds near the control arm bushing.
- Risk
- Inadequate welds may allow the control arm to separate from the bushing, compromising steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right front upper control arms and realign the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2016. Until the repairs have been made, owners are advised not to drive their vehicles. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020, Cadillac customer service at 1‑800‑458‑8006, or GMC customer service at 1‑800‑462‑8782. GM's number for this recall is 42190.
Recall number 16V256000 · Recall details
What 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
My 2016 gmc Sierra transmission going out again first time locked up and researched everyone I know that owns gmc says they have same issue replaced front drive train busted also and noticed the weld on the frame around steering box and frame has one weld pass very thin rusting away already I've done replaced engine front diff fuel pump now airbag warning keeps going off and my radio has security build in it keeps locking up so I think my entire gmc sjo I ld be recalled replaced with a better used one at least gmc make it right allow me a safe auto for what I paid for so please check transmission on all 2016 gmc trucks suv before someone gets killed over malfunction and airbags an on board computer shutting down my email [XXX] I'd be happy to allow gmc builders to take it and learn from defaults in it I know I had service dept Thornhill auto chapmanville wv service a brake recall on it and the web sites continue saying no recall please email any help thank you for everyone's time helping me INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
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The truck shakes on right side, it has done this in the past and was taken into the dealer for repair it worked for a few months then it was back and not it has returned again. it is to the point that if feels unsafe to drive
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 gmc sierra 1500. The contact stated that the steering and suspension either locked up or was very loose while driving approximately 30 MPH. Additionally, the steering either ceased or became loose. The contact contacted ed bozarth chevrolet company, inc. (2001 s havana st, aurora, co 80247, (720) 773-5338) who stated that a software update needed to be performed on the vehicle. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency. The approximate failure mileage was 56,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 gmc sierra 1500. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that it failed inspection for having defective ball joints on both sides, which needed to be replaced. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 46,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 gmc sierra 1500. While driving 75-80 MPH, the vehicle vibrated without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 23,000.
Front end upper control arms and struts are broken causing a grinding popping sound. My vehicle has never been off roading, all highway miles. The federal safety agency shows a recall article on this particular mechanical issue (see attachment) as a recall for 2016 models. My vehicle has not reached the three year warranty, but is over the 36,000 mile warranty. Since it has been a recall issue, I am requesting a recall that gm should take care of. However, gm refuses to handle all cost because it is out of 36,000 mile warranty.
Suspension issue, random vibration at speeds over 65 MPH that come and go. Same situation as what occurs in this youtube video. Https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7r85u1rama
Recall# 42190 upper control arm broke on my gmc sierra 1500. I was driving out of a church parking lot and made a left turn on to a city street and my right front passenger tire fell off. I contacted gm warranty department and got it towed to dalton motors in marianna, ar. The technician stated that I had been in an accident. That wasn't true. He called sunrise gmc in memphis, tn off covington pike and told them all types of lies and to not fix it. I took it to sunrise on november 20, 2017 and the technician looked at it for 5 seconds and said I hit a pot hole and that he would not fix it or honor my warranty. A pot hole didn't cause this problem. I currently have a 5 year 36,000 mile warranty that covers this problem. There is also a current recall on this issue and I was not notified when I purchased the vehicle. I had to look it up on my own.
Questions about the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 suspension
Does the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 have suspension problems?
Owners have filed 15 complaints about the suspension of the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500, 4% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 suspension problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 33,128 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 suspension?
Yes, 1 recall: 16V256000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the GMC Sierra 1500 have bad suspension?
The GMC Sierra 1500 model years with the most suspension complaints are 2014 (24 complaints), 2015 (18 complaints) and 2020 (18 complaints).
Other 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 problems
Brakes 106Transmission 85Electrical 54Engine 41Steering 38Visibility 14Airbags 12Fuel system 9Driver assistance 8Body 7Seats 7Acceleration 4Lights 4Wheels 4Seat belts 2Tires 2
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