1997 GMC Sierra: engine stalls while driving

Filed Dec 6, 2021 · Engine · KY

1997 gmc sierra. Consumer writes in regards to issues with the engine. The consumer stated, according to the owner's manual, the vehicle should be able to pull 6,000lb load. But, the vehicle misfired, lost speed, and stalled while pulling less than 4,000lbs. The failure occured at speeds of 55-65mph.

Filed Nov 21, 2003 · Electrical, Fuel system · 85,066 miles · GA

The vehicle stalled 5 times in one morning while driving to work. The weather warmed up outside and the vehicle ran and started fine. The next evening the vehicle started fine, I got 1/2 block down the road it stalled again. I waited for a few minutes and it ran fine. The next morning it started fine and I drove it for miles, had no problems with it stalling. We called gmc to see if there was a recall on windshield wiper motor, because the wipers would work when they wanted to work. Not when you needed them to work. They had told us that there was also an ignition coil problem with this truck-they called the gmc dealer that was to do the recall work. A faulty ignition coil can give the same side effects as a defective fuel pump. We drove the vehicle to the dealer, when we turned the vehicle off it would not restart. The recall work was performed on the vehicle, but still would not start. The gmc dealer told us it was most likely the fuel pump, the dealer told us the fuel pumps in this vehicle go out "frequently." but, he offered us to replace the fuel pump for $450.+ including labor. Or sell us one over the counter for approximately $425.00 + tax. And we could install it ourselves. Needless to say, we had the vehicle towed to our house and now are deciding what type of fuel pump should be bought for a vehicle that the fuel pump goes out frequently in. Our biggest concern is that this truck has 85,066 miles on it, and has been maintained to the highest standards. Why are the vehicles fitted with faulty/defective products. The pump can catch on fire, or go out if you hit too many bumps in the road. That is a manufacturer problem of a faulty product. Please let us know, how many fuel pumps we should plan on replacing in the normal life of this vehicle.

Filed Sep 25, 2002 · Fuel system · PA

Consumer states that while driving the vehicle will just stall out , which is caused by a malfunction with the fuel system. Small pieces of metal in the fuel will get into the fuel pump and mess up the flow. Had pump replace but problem reoccured. Nlmjlg

Filed Aug 5, 2002 · Body, Brakes · PA

While driving at any speed and without warning, the brake pedal would stall. Then, seep to the floor. Dealer replaced hubs on the front two brakes to remedy the problem. *ak the left front door was inoperative from the inside. The right wheel cylinder was leaking. Dealer replaced hub assembly. Dealer removed and replaced the brake pads, also resurfaced rotors.

Filed Dec 6, 2001 · Fuel system · FL

Engine would stall during normal operation of vehicle. Dealership examined vehicle and discovered that fuel sending unit had failed, resulting in stalling. When dealership examined fuel system noticed that contact wires for fuel pump located in fuel tank were charred, and insulation for wires melted. Please provide any additional information / documentation.

Filed Dec 21, 1999 · Engine, Suspension · MI

Vehicle stalled while driving. Had coasted to side of road. Restarted & vehicle shut off. The differential seal was leaking oil. The vehicle was making noises in the universal joint. Taking vehicle to mechanic. Also, leaf spring on passenger's sid efailed/replaced/smelled oil due to pcv valve failure, an dtransmission would not shift into drive or reverse.

Filed Jun 2, 1998 · Engine · CT

While driving the vehicle would stall out with no indications . Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further details.