The contact owns a 2000 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated that the spare tire detached from the vehicle after the cable securing the spare tire fractured. The contact discovered the failure upon returning to the residence from an errand and found the spare tire in the driveway. No warning lights illuminated, and no unusual sounds occurred prior to the failure. The contact expressed concern that the detached spare tire could become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 178,000.
The worst 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Brakes32
- Body5
- Engine4
- Electrical3
- Steering3
- Suspension3
- Acceleration2
- Fuel system2
- Airbags1
- Seat belts1
- Seats1
- Tires1
- Transmission1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2000 GMC Sierra 2500
Recalls 1
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with vacuum power, 4-wheel disc brakes. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems." these vehicles were built with a kinked brake booster vacuum supply hose.
- Risk
- These vehicles do not comply with requirements of fmvss no. 105.
- Remedy
- Dealers will re-route the brake booster vacuum supply hose.
Recall number 00V222000 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 2000 GMC Sierra 2500
Defect investigations
Hydraulic pump shaft failures
The preliminary evaulation is being upgraded.during the ea odi will limitits investigation to only those vehicles equipped with a hydro-boost system, which provides power assist to the braking and steering sytems.vaccuum brake booster vehicles are excluded.odi hasexpanded the scope of the ea to include model years2003 and 2004, asduring the pe, odi learned that the hydroboast pumps were modified in febraury 2004.therefore,odi has expanded the scope to include the additional model years.odi's is concerned because thisisa sudden failure that affects two critical systems of the vehicle, brakes and steering, at the same time.the ability of the operator to handle the dual failures is a concern. Further, these vehicles tend to be work vehicles, with some over 10,000 pounds gvwr and many equipped to pull large trailers.dual failures of heavily loaded vehicles and vehicles pulling trailers further increases the safety risk.odi plans to conduct testing to quantify the braking and steering performance degradation and the impact on safe vehicle control, when a hydroboast pump fails.
PE04004
Technical service bulletins for the 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 128
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles
- GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities
- This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves...
- This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as...
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS)...
- This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake...
- This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil...
- This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- Equipment: other: owners/service/other manual
What 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
While driving the brake and ABS lights on the instrument panel light up. This has occurred while driving of the freeway and on city streets. Sometimes these lights go off and sometimes they remain lighted. When this happens I fear that there is a problem with the brakes and have taken this matter to a mechanic. The brakes were examined and he found nothing wrong. This is very startling to the driver and of great concern. This appears on internet searches and it appears that 100,000 plus individuals have this problem. I have contacted the dealer and obviously this matter has been brought to there attention. Yet they claim they are unfamiliar and want to charge $600 to diagnose and then likely more to fix. This is obviously a lie as there is no way that one could be reading so much about this on the internet if it was not a problem in the gmc sierra trucks. Some claim it is a faulty circuit board while others have lost the use of their brakes. This is of great concern. This occurs while driving and the vehicle is in motion and sometimes at high speeds on a freeway.
I purchased this truck used and was able to use for a bout a month before both rear spring perches broke allowing the springs to rest under the pickup body, after replacing them the brake lines ruptured because of rust another poor quality product from gm !
Brake lines rusted to point of replacement
Gmc truck frames cracking, rotting out, braking due to poor design and coating and gm won't step up and take responsibility as toyota has. The consumer gets an unsafe vehicle because of frames giving out well before the body, the frames should be strong. In under 2 years the frame went from strong and safe to now rusted up scrap metal. American quality should be of great standards in my up most opinion being an army veteran. General motors should compansate owners or buy them back as toyota has.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 gmc sierra 2500. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the rear of the vehicle slightly lowered towards the ground. The vehicle was driven with caution to the contact's residence. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that that the driver side main frame rail was fractured in the center. Additionally, the passenger side main rail was partially fractured. The failure was beyond repair. The contact mentioned that the brake line and rear cross member near the fuel tank were completely corroded. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 92,000.
I was turning around in my driveway, when suddenly the brake peddle went to the floor and all braking power was lost. Tried pumping the brakes multiple times with no success. There was no warning (lights or otherwise) before the incident, and no dash lights lit during the incident either.
Front crossmember welds severely rusted and rotted out. Crossmember about ready to break loose from frame. Front frame rails severely rusted and rotted out. Front suspension parts severely rusted and rotting away. Rear frame severely rusted and rotted out. Shock mounts about ready to break loose from frame. Absolutely unacceptable and pathetic for a 13 year old, 32,000 dollar truck to be un-drivable and in this condition.
I been having a problem with the exhaust manifold bolts breaking off. I spent a ton of money replacing o2 sensors over the last 4 years. I've just currently found out that the o2 sensors were not bad, it was actually the exhaust header bolts breaking allowing my emission system to malfunction. I've had 3 bolts replaced 2 months ago at a tidy cost of $1000.00. One week ago I was driving down the road and smelled exhaust fumes in my truck cab. I took my truck to my mechanic and he found 3 more bolts on the right side of the engine broken off. Not only am I without a vehicle (because at this time I cannot afford the repair) I think general motors should correct my problem and pay for previous repairs. This is poor workman ship on their part not to mention a serious safety hazard. All gm trucks manufactured between 1999 and 2007 with v-8 engines have this problem. Gm should man up to this issue and recall and repair the faulty exhaust manifold bolt problem. I for one think this could be a safety issue and environmental concern. My truck cannot pass an environmental emissions test at this time.
I was returning home from lexington ky when I came around a curve there were two deer in the road. I hit the brakes hard and the pedal went to the floor. I hit one of the deer with a glancing blow. There was no damage to my truck and the deer ran away. Thank god I was not in lexington when this happened and the deer was not a child. I am 72 years old and I don't have the money or the energy to make this repair. Last year my son was backing his 2001 silverado to the lake to load a boat when this same thing happened. The truck went into the water up to the cab before he got it into another gear. After a 1100.00 repair he traded for a ford. General motors needs to be held accountable for this defect
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Questions about the 2000 GMC Sierra 2500
Is the 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 reliable?
Owners have filed 48 complaints about the 2000 GMC Sierra 2500, fewer than a typical Sierra 2500 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 GMC Sierra 2500?
Brakes, with 32 complaints, typically around 99,000 miles. Next is body (5).
How many recalls does the 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 have?
1 recall, covering service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 00V222000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the GMC Sierra 2500 have bad brakes?
The GMC Sierra 2500 model years with the most brakes complaints are 2002 (78 complaints), 2003 (73 complaints) and 2001 (62 complaints).
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