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.
2003 GMC Sierra: clunking or noise when steering
7 of the 206 complaints about the 2003 GMC Sierra describe clunking or noise when steering.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 23 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Clunking or noise when steering by model year
- 20091
- 20081
- 20052
- 20037
- 20021
- 20001
What owners say
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.
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.
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.
Steering assembly knocks, clunks, rattles, can feel in the steering wheel and can hear audibly, especially at speeds under 30mph. Feels dangerous.
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.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Gear box power steering pump, p/s performance concerns
- Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc/oldsmobile and hummer: information on pitman arm shaft seal service kit
- Clunking noise under hood and CAN be felt in steering wheel and/or steering column (replace upper...
- Release of steering gear stub shaft bearing kit for service
- Steering idler arm inspection procedure
- Lack of steering assist or shudder during parking lot type maneuvers
- Steering gear whistle noise on turns
- Diagnostic trouble code C0455, service rear wheel steering, system jumps from 4-WHEEL steer to 2-WHEEL steer
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2003 GMC Sierra steering noise
Is clunking or noise when steering a common problem on the 2003 GMC Sierra?
7 of 206 owner complaints about the 2003 GMC Sierra (3%) mention clunking or noise when steering. The model year with the most reports is 2003.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2003 GMC Sierra?
There are 0 recalls and 23 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2003 GMC Sierra
Brake failure 25Harsh shifting 13ABS 7Knocking 7Grinding brakes 5
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