2003 GMC Sierra steering problems

Filed Aug 24, 2012 · Brakes, Steering · 80,000 miles · ME

First incident was a brake line bursting in my driveway. I had it repaired at my local garage. At that time he told me that all of the brake lines were in bad shape. Second incident, while I was driving up the road at approx 55 MPH with my 19' boat in tow I realized I had no steering or brakes. I was able to coast to a stop and pull the vehicle off the road to a safe location. The failure was attributed to a rotted line to the power steering cooler. Lastly, I am not able to get a safety inspection sticker because my brake lines in such bad condition. Estimated cost to repair $800-$1500 dollars. I will add that the truck looks like new, spends most of it's time in the garage and is used primarily to go to the local dump, plow my driveway only and occasionally tow my boat to the lake! Mileage reflects this.dates may not be totally accurate but the best of my recollection.

Filed Jan 17, 2012 · Steering · 75,000 miles · FL

Bought the truck recently from vince whibbs gmc pensacola fl. Had some front end work done but also there is a loose steering shaft that is a common defect with this year and model truck. While cornering the truck at low speeds and going over bumps there is a loose feeling felt in the steering.

Filed Apr 1, 2010 · Steering · IN

I have 2 gm products, a 1996 chevy impalla & a 2003 gmc truck. Both have the same problem. At various times and without notice the power steering will lock up and won't turn for a brief time. After a few seconds it will go back to normal. Also if you are standing still and try to turn to the left the wheel is very hard to turn or won't turn at all. Fortunately this has not caused an accident or injury, but I could see a situation where under the wright conditions this could be life threatening.

Filed Jan 21, 2008 · Steering · 25,000 miles · KY

The steering column makes a popping sound as if something is loose in it. The problem was supposedly fixed while the vehicle was under warranty. After warranty ran out the problem came back. I was then charged $60 to get the steering column greased. This worked temporarily as before.

Filed Jan 16, 2007 · Steering · 10,100 miles · AZ

On 08/10/04 rattle or clunk can be felt in steering. Gmc service department verified concern and lubed the steering shaft. On 09/09/04 clunk in steering column came back. Gmc service department replace intermediate steering shaft, reference to bulletin 00-02-35-003f. This is a safety concern when so many vehicles are involved.

Filed May 17, 2006 · Steering · 49,108 miles · CA

Dt*: the contact stated while traveling at various speeds, the steering wheel felt loose. The problem was more obvious while turning or driving at lower speeds. This also caused the front end to make a clunking noise. The dealership replaced the intermediate steering shaft once and lubed the component three times. The problem returns after 10,000 miles.

Filed May 9, 2006 · Steering, Suspension · IL

2003 sierra steering mechanism makes a noise. *ts the consumer was told when the part in the steering was replaced under warranty, someone placed it on too tight and now the part was out of shape. The mechanic also stated that the part would have to be lubricated often because there were no grease fittings on it. *jb updated. 07/21/06.

Filed Mar 10, 2006 · Steering · 12,000 miles · IN

I own (2) 2003 gmc trucks and they both started this "clunking" noise in the steering. I have taken both of them back to the dealer to repair under warranty. The first time they just re-lubed the intermediate shaft in the steering. This worked for awhile, but the noise soon returned. I took them back again and this time they replaced the shaft. Again, the clunking noise has returned and it is getting louder. I am in the process of taking the trucks back in to have them look at them again. However, my warranties are about to expire. If this occurs out of warranty and it is not repaired again I feel that my steering is in jeopardy. The longer it goes the louder it gets. Something is causing this shaft to wear out.

Filed Feb 3, 2006 · Brakes, Steering · 19,010 miles · MA

My 2003 gmc sierra 1500 has a "clunking" sound, coming from the steering column, when I turn the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. Also, my front brakes have a "rubbing sound" and the peddle gets "spongy" when I activate the brakes at a low speed.

Filed Dec 5, 2005 · Steering, Tires · TX

Dt: the contact stated the rear passenger brake was out of control. The vehicle was taken to the dealership , and they determined there was a problem with the rear tires. There have been no repairs made to the vehicle. *ak updated 1/4/2006 - the steering intermediate shaft was knocking and had to be replaced.