GMC Sonoma headlights problems

Filed Sep 7, 2009 · Engine, Lights · 179,500 miles · WV

I have not had any wrecks or anything like that, yet. My turn signals don't work properly one of my low been headlights keeps blowing and my taillights don't work. I have changed the bulbs just for them to blow when I test them. And no I do not touch the glass on the headlights. I seen there was a recall on the lighting system and on the wiring system, could this be my problem?

Filed Jun 27, 2005 · Lights · 97,000 miles · MI

The headlight blinkers are not functioning. They called gm, and they said it was not a recall. They felt that this was a safety issue. *ak the gas tank gauge went out. The dealer stated that this was normal and would not fix it. *sc

Filed Oct 17, 2004 · Brakes, Electrical · 35,548 miles · GA

Complaint covers sat oct 9th thru 10-14 2004 radio malfunctioning-1)took vehicle to jonesboro rd gmc dealer and complaint about radio first. Digital display showing one station and playing another. The panel gets very hot . Radio was showing issue at the time. Mark service advisor reached inside vehicle and began to press the buttons. They refused to document my radio problem at the jonesboro dealership. I called back and spoke to mark about documentation. He said he couldn't because the tech didn't see it. I advised him that he did and I asked him why did he push any buttons. At marietta, my truck had radio replaced twice during this week due to malfunction. 2) ABS braking failure, normal soft braking, truck will swerve to side and then correct itself, roll forward and then stop. Was told this is normal braking for ABS. Was duplicated at dealership but they have tried to minimize problem (team pontiac, gmc jonesboro rd of union city ga) they did document issue 3) emergency brake ) light not working when depressing emergency brake pedal. Illuminated during start of truck however didn't work when depressing pedal . Marietta pontiac gmc repaired issue. Can now depress emergency brake and it will light up . See previous notes, to date, my truck has had since purchase 12/29/2004 1) new battery, headlight bulb , daytime running light bulb , turn signal switch, new radio 1,2,3,4. New o2 sensor, fuel pump, (lost power on interstate) ABS issues, my truck just isn't safe. With this consistent ABS problem.

Filed Sep 20, 2004 · Lights · MI

While driving passenger's side headlight fixture sheared off. This caused poor visibility for the driver. Consumer drove vehicle to the dealer, and mechanic advised consumer that the warranty expired, and consumer had to pay for the part.

Filed Jul 14, 2004 · Electrical · 32,700 miles · GA

Vehicle would not start 7am. Had driven night before. Original battery seem dead however the original battery in vehicle displayed green light to determine if charge held or not. Tow truck driver tried to jumpstart vehicle. Unable. Had vehicle towed dealer replaced with 6yr battery. He never mention a electrical short or anyother issues.he advised me that it was normal for the battery to go out with 32500 miles, had the truck since 12-29-2002. This doesnt seem normal to me, had previous issue with vehicle engine shutting down, headlights, daytime running lites, cd/radio(I'm on my 3d radio) ABS problem not solved also my vehicle seems to run hot, once it reaches the center mark. Brought this up to the tech during the test drive he told me it a fan comes on. . Feel a great change in the vehicle driving experience until it cools down. It seems it takes a long time for my vehicle to cool off per gauges in panel . If this is the norm I dont know what to think. Trust the dealer,or change service center. I like my truck. It is the reason I bought it.but it has become a monster, see my other complaints.

Filed Jul 6, 2004 · Electrical, Lights · MI

To date, there have been only near incidents & near crashes, with no injuries. The problem on these vehicles, as well as the chevrolet copycats, is that when the turn signal is applied during the day, the headlights shut off until the turn signal is shut off itself. This creates a grave safety hazard that inadvertently signals other drivers around you when you are making a turn. I have brought this to the attention of the service dept. Of the dealership the vehicle was purchased from, on several occasions, only to be told each time that it is "normal" for the vehicle make. I would like the manufacturer themselves to be aware of this situation, as if I am ever in an accident as a result of the above mentioned situation, I will not only sue the manufacturer & dealer, but the federal safety agency also, for failing to issue a recall. It should not take an injury or fatality to correct a potentially serious situation as this most definitely is.

Filed Mar 30, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · 27,340 miles · GA

Noticed a pull on the vehicle and noticed engine had stopped I was driving on the interstate going 285 north about 60 miles per hour. Had just turned on the air conditioner. Was able to coast and safely pull over to the exit. *ak engine would turn but not start. Had to be towed to dealership. Was safe because it was saturday afternoon, no traffic, per tech fuel pump sensor failure, thereafter had other problems ie, headlights out, daylight running lights out, had radio/cd player problems b4 engine failure, with intermittent changing of stations, radio comming on and off, service engine light on. Rt turn signal light fast blinking, since I purchased the vehicle there has always been a concern about the brakes. When hitting a bump in the road and braking, the car seems to roll instead of slowing or stopping,and I always feel if a vehicle was in front of me I would hit them. I have avoided many incidents being careful when I brake but during a passing conversation with a tech during oil change I discussed this problem. It was never documented. I mentioned my brake issue after the tech found the brake light on after engine service my brake concerns have never really been documented. They have checked the brakes and actually repaired them, they are working okay today. I am still having problems with blinking light on my radio,(new radio/cd by dealer) and daytime running lights going out again. I believe it is a computer problem or electrical short. This week my vehicle has been checked 3 times. Please note this vehicle did not overheat, have battery problems, the engine just cut off. Tech thinks I ran out of gas, defect in gauge. I dont think so. I keep all of my receipts. My vehicle was built april 2002 I purchased as new vechicle with 127miles can you tell me if there was a previous problem with this vehicle

Filed Jul 16, 2003 · Lights · 109,950 miles · MN

The multi-function/combination swith that controls the high/low beams, wipers, turn signals failed. This caused my taillights to stop functioning properly. They don't work at all with headlights on, turn signals do not work, reverse lights do not work. I drive a 1995 gmc sonoma short bed, standard cab, sl package. 5 speed mt, non-tilt, no cruise, no power anything.

Filed Jun 18, 2001 · Lights, Suspension · OH

I bought this truck off wally armour in alliance ohio.after getting it home we found out there was front end trouble,it shook real bad,also head light did not come on all the time and the mirror on drivers door shimmied bad and mirror on window was falling off.this vehicle is a 1998 sonoma gmc.I took the vehicle back as a lemon and now they are charging me over a thousand dollars worth of taxes besides ruining my credit to nearly zero.what can I do?is there defaults on this vehicle?

Filed Jan 22, 2001 · Lights, Suspension · MA

Radio goes on and off, will turn on by itself, and sometimes could smell like a burning not knowing where it is coming from. Also, headlights will blink on and off. *ak inside lights and radio flicker. The dealer diagnosed that there was suspension problem and the passenger side heat source was inoperable.