1999 GMC Sierra steering problems

Filed May 18, 2013 · Steering · 205,778 miles · TX

Truck was extremely hard to steer the evening of 12/03/2012. There was a grinding type noise when turns were attempted. Took vehicle to a shop for a power steering pump replacement. The shop change the pump and the solid metal power steering hose. It turned out that the hose was the cause of the problem. The repair went fine and I picked up the truck and drove it for approximately 3 months. It seems the replacement solid metal power steering hose broke in the same place, where it screws into the pump. It is now may 2013, and the second replacement power steering hose has broken again. I willtake it to the shop monday, may 21, 2013. I am hoping this hose will last. What could be causing this problem?

Filed Nov 17, 2003 · Steering · 45,000 miles · CA

Recall 98v242000 concerning steering gear/frame bolts: at any speed the steering wheel has too much play in it. Also, a grinding noise is coming from the steering column. The vehicle has been repaired twice for the same problem, but the problem still occurs.

Filed Jul 16, 2003 · Steering · DC · crash

A collision occurred as a result of complete steering failure and vibrations in the front of the vehicle. The vibrations often occurred between 55-70 MPH. They originated in the front end and often transferred into the steering wheel. This caused the vehicle to jerk abruptly, in one direction or another. The vibrations were so extreme, it caused abnormal wear and fatigue on the tires, steering componets and etc. One fatality as a result. (brent mcqueen, investigator on behalf of client). *ph. The investigator believed the incident was related to recall (98v242000) however the vehicle was not included in the recall.

Filed Mar 18, 2003 · Steering · 46,264 miles · MI

Consumer indicated that their vehicle's steering is experiencing the same defect as stated in recall 98 v 242 000, but vehicle's VIN number is not included.

Filed Jan 16, 2003 · Steering · OH

Upon restarting the vehicle there was no power steering. The vehicle was driven and turned off prior to failure. This was caused by the pulley breaking. *ak *sc

Filed Jul 21, 2002 · Lights, Steering · LA

Engine will turn over but never start, security lamp will come on-taken to dealer they said it was the security sensor was going out and that the truck thought I was stealing it, wait 10 minutes & truck will start. That works, but left stranded for over 40 minutes waiting for the sensor to let me start truck. Took 4 tries at 10 minutes each for the truck to finally start. Dealer knew right off what the problem was with out hooking up the vehicle to determine the problem.

Filed Apr 23, 2002 · Steering · LA

98 v 242 000/steering gear/frame bolts: intermittently the steering will lock up momentarily when turning a curve. Dealer and manufacturer were notified. Feel free to provide any further information.

Filed Mar 11, 2002 · Steering, Transmission · GA

The power steering pump driveshaft broke, causing loss of steering & loss of power assisted brakes while towing a 2 horse trailer . On this size vehicle it is extremely difficult to steer or stop even at slow speed.this is the second time this has happened. The first was 09/10/2000, also pulling a two horse trailer.the service manager has told me they have had to replace several of these pumps because of the shaft breaking.the pump assembly # is e9050. If this were to happen at highway speed the results could be catastrophic.there is no indication or warning that this has happened untill you try to steer or stop.in an emergency that may be to late.

Filed Jan 16, 2002 · Steering · NY

This truck will not steer properly with weight in it for example 5 passengers, the gm service dept. Has turned this case over to it's engineering dept. But they still gave the truck back to me to use and drive, is that a safety problem . No safety defect listed.

Filed Apr 6, 2001 · Steering · CO

A brushing failure in steering column that was not covered under a manufacturer's recall and out of its warranty. Dealer notified. Feel free to provide any further details on this matter.