Transmission: been fixed 3 times and finally replaced A/C: repaired once front end-steering: repaired 3 times and still not fixed.
2003 GMC Sierra steering complaints
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I bought the 2003 sierra new in 2003. After a short period of time a clunking occurred when going around gradual curves and over small bumps. When it got worse I brought it into the dealer and they said the steering shaft was low on lubricant. They filled it up no charge under warranty and the steering felt like new again. Not too long afterwards, the same problem happened, gradually at first then worsening. I brought it back to the dealer and they were going to replace the part this time instead of refilling it. That was covered under warranty and the steering felt good again. Now its october 25, 2005 and I am going to have to bring it in again for the same part problem. This time I am over the 36,000 mile warranty and have to pay for it. At this rate I will have to do this every year.
Dt: the contact owns a 2003 gmc sierra 2500 hd/diesel. The contact complained about a steering problem.. The steering vibrated when making lower speed turns. This happened when moving or sitting still. It has been fixed approximately 4 times, and it recurred after about 3,000 miles. At 10,000 miles when applying the brakes the steering locked. Also, when applying the brakes the contact lost the brake pedal, it got soft and spongy. They did not pulsate. Also, this affected the steering, the vibration in the steering, and the brakes, which were separate issues. The dealer could not duplicate the problem. He said there was a service bulletin concerning this issue, but the contact's vehicle VIN was not included.
When turning the steering wheel completely to the left it will lock in this position and continue in a circle.
Steering assembly knocks, clunks, rattles, can feel in the steering wheel and can hear audibly, especially at speeds under 30mph. Feels dangerous.
Consumer complained about a couple of problems. One was transmission. While driving at various speeds gear slipped. When vehicle was taken to dealer for service mechanic determined that the cause was low oil. The other was for the steering column. When driving at various speeds vehicle knocked and squeaked intermittently. Steering column had to be replaced once before for same problem.
2003 sierra pickup truck, lost steering and brakes. *bf the power steering and hydraulic fluid was replaced.
When turning in either direction a rattling noise was produced from the steering wheel. The dealer replaced the steering shaft which had malfunctioned. Please provide additional information. *jb
Continued problems with intermediate shaft. Clunking noise and steering wheel pulse presents a driving hazard. Gm needs to fix the problem as the current tsb only provides a temporary remedy.
I have experienced significant vibration when I steer my 2003 gmc sierra pick up truck. The vibration is distracting and I was worried that there may be a serious problem so I took it into the gmc dealer to be looked at. They told me that it was a problem with the intermediate steering shaft and that it is not a safety issue. However, I feel that any problems with the intermediate steering shaft is a safety concern because if it was to fail while I was driving the results could be catastrophic. The vibration also creates unnecessary distraction, which is also a safety concern. The dealer and gmc customer service have informed me that there are 200,000 intermediate steering shafts on back order - so there is obviously a widespread problem. They told me it could be 3 months before I could get this replaced. My truck is only 1 1/2 years old with 52,000 miles. There currently is no recall. I have filed a complaint with gmc (service request # 1-304994219), but I do not think there response was adequate. They basically told me that I would have to wait until the shafts were ready and that they are currently not performing this work under a recall. There lack of concern was troubling and I do not want to trust my families safety to a customer service agent, which has been directed on what to say. I have not had an accident or incident resulting from this problem yet, but I do not feel comfortable driving the vehicle in this condition.
2003 gmc sierra crewcab 4x4 long bed 8.0lt. (1) I have a problem with the power steering system that when I am at idle, stopped or sitting with my foot off the breaks I can hardly turn the wheel. Only when I move the vehicle some can I then turn the wheel and still it can be difficult. (2) the dealer has replaced the hydroboost system in an effort to remedy the problem. I have brought it back to the dealer twice for the same problem and both times when I picked it up it still had the same problem sitting right there in the dealership. (3) this problem I believe is in the power steering pump not having sufficient flow to handle the friction the tires create at stopped or slow movement. Maybe a higher flow upgrade pump is in order here but the dealership told me not to bring it back anymore for this as there is a remedy coming out soon. I have been waiting for a year now with the problem getting worse and no recall being issued.
At about 20,000 miles I started hearing a slight knocking noise in the steering while slightly turning to the right, and while hitting minor bumps in the road. Now at about 22,500 miles it continues to get worse. Being a former mechanic I checked it out and found the upper steering shaft u-joint, by the firewall, to be the cause. I called the dealer and talked to the parts deparment. The parts guy said it is a common problem and you have to replace the complete shaft and u-joints. "there are about 400,000 on back order." it will take months to get it in. The service manager said there is no recall on the problem at this time. Why not nhts, with this many needing to be replaced.
The steering column experienced a cracking noise while driving 1-25 MPH, and while making turns. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who repacked the steering column with grease. After 22,000 miles the problem recurred. Vehicle was taken back to the dealer. The dealer informed consumer that the steering shaft was too short, and they needed to order a new shaft. Consumer was waiting for the part.*ak......consumer claimed that if this short shaft is working up and down, connected to steering box, then to tie rods, means everything is moving. Consumer wa sconcerned that this was a safety issue.
Steering problems on my 2003 gmc sierra 1500hd. It makes a "clunk" sound when turning. It has been to the shop 4 times. The last time they installed an re-engineered steering column, but problems still persists.
When the ABS brakes were pressed hard the steering locked and made it difficult to control the steering wheel. The consumer contacted the manufacturer, and informed consumer that it was the characteristic of vehicle. The dealership mechanic will not repair vehicle based on information from manufacturer. *ak the anti-lock brakes experienced extended stopping distance and caused the vehicle minor damage as the consumer attempted to avoid an accident. The dealer suggested that there was no problem. The edges of the seat were worn.
While driving driver can feel knocking in the steering wheel. Dealer had to replace a part in the lower steering unit, but did not inform the consumer of the parts name.
I got a new 2003 gmc sierra 1500 the front bumper start to show rust in under 4000 miles then I got oil change the mechanic call me and told me that my brake are solid rust both front ones the frame is rusting all over the place at 10000 the steering column knuckle near the steering box is solid rust and he says it is very dangerous to have that rusted so bad I have sent 4 emails to gmc about it and go to marina gmc in san leandro where I got it from they told me that all of them are rusting and they not going to do any thing about it.
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