GMC Sierra 1500 Steering Problems
Owners have filed 614 complaints with NHTSA about steering problems on the GMC Sierra 1500 across 29 model years. The 2014 model year has the most (156). The words owners use most often: “steering assist” (10% of reports).
- 614steering complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 28mention a crash
- 14mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- $2,150typical repair cost reported by owners
- 26%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Steering assist: mentioned in 64 of 613 complaints (10%)
- Service power: mentioned in 33 of 613 complaints (5%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical steering repair on the GMC Sierra 1500 at $2,150, and half of them between $870 and $3,350.
Based on 8 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2008–2025), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do steering problems happen?
Based on 339 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 614 complaints, 28 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 14 an injury.
GMC Sierra 1500 steering complaints by model year
| Model year | Steering complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Sierra 1500 | 4 | 3% | — |
| 2025 Sierra 1500 | 3 | 3% | — |
| 2024 Sierra 1500 | 7 | 2% | 15,100 |
| 2023 Sierra 1500 | 13 | 3% | 83,000 |
| 2022 Sierra 1500 | 13 | 2% | 62,500 |
| 2021 Sierra 1500 | 34 | 6% | 47,500 |
| 2020 Sierra 1500 | 37 | 8% | 9,550 |
| 2019 Sierra 1500 | 42 | 6% | 9,700 |
| 2018 Sierra 1500 | 30 | 10% | 16,500 |
| 2017 Sierra 1500 | 25 | 7% | 20,000 |
| 2016 Sierra 1500 | 38 | 11% | 56,000 |
| 2015 Sierra 1500 | 81 | 11% | 52,500 |
| 2014 Sierra 1500 | 156 | 21% | 66,000 |
| 2012 Sierra 1500 | 3 | 3% | 55,000 |
| 2011 Sierra 1500 | 10 | 4% | 15,000 |
| 2010 Sierra 1500 | 3 | 2% | — |
| 2009 Sierra 1500 | 2 | 1% | 140,000 |
| 2008 Sierra 1500 | 1 | 0% | 872 |
| 2007 Sierra 1500 | 7 | 3% | 50,000 |
| 2006 Sierra 1500 | 6 | 4% | 68,000 |
| 2005 Sierra 1500 | 18 | 10% | 49,300 |
| 2004 Sierra 1500 | 21 | 10% | 36,000 |
| 2003 Sierra 1500 | 15 | 8% | 40,000 |
| 2002 Sierra 1500 | 7 | 4% | 45,411 |
| 2001 Sierra 1500 | 2 | 1% | 149,325 |
| 2000 Sierra 1500 | 1 | 1% | 183,500 |
| 1999 Sierra 1500 | 4 | 3% | 112,500 |
| 1998 Sierra 1500 | 6 | 10% | 55,210 |
| 1997 Sierra 1500 | 25 | 30% | 59,913 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Steering:electric power assist system
Model years: 2015
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Tahoe and Suburban, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon, and Cadillac Escalade vehicles. Electric power steering (EPS) assist may be lost momentarily, followed by a sudden return of EPS assist.
Risk: If EPS assist is lost and then suddenly returns, the driver may have difficulty steering the vehicle, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the EPS module software, free of charge. The recall began October 12, 2018. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18289.
Steering:electric power assist system
Model years: 2014
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The vehicles may have a temporary loss of electric power steering (EPS) assist, especially during low-speed turning maneuvers.
Risk: If EPS assist is lost and then returns, the driver might lose temporary control of the steering wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the EPS module software, free of charge. The recall began on August 10, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-432-8782. GM's number for this recall is 17276.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
On Oct 11,2026, at approximately 105,106 miles, I was driving my 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 under 20 mph while entering a short designated turning lane at [location]. I felt a sudden, unexpected bump or jolt. The truck slid slightly and abruptly came to a complete stop, as though something had…
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds on several occasions, the vehicle lost power steering assist. While driving 55 MPH, the failure recurred, nearly causing a semi-truck to crash into the vehicle and causing the vehicle to veer off the…
Vehicle Safety Hazard Summary: This complaint concerns an incomplete, non-compliant post-collision structural repair on a 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 (VIN: [XXX]). It has resulted in immediate vehicle tracking failure, dangerous steering drift, and a compromised cabin safety cage following a…
Steering tried returning to center loss of electrical power service stabilitrack message service brake assist message engine tried to die had to disconnect battery to reset.
The contact owns a 2023 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The "Service Power Steering" message was displayed and ESP warning light was illuminated. The dealer was contacted and diagnosed the vehicle with a short circuit in…
Frequently asked questions
Do all GMC Sierra 1500s have steering problems?
No. NHTSA has 614 owner complaints about steering for the GMC Sierra 1500. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the GMC Sierra 1500 steering?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list steering. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix steering problems on the GMC Sierra 1500?
Owners report a typical cost of $2,150 (half paid between $870 and $3,350), from 8 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about steering problems on the GMC Sierra 1500?
The most frequent phrase is “steering assist”, in 64 of 613 complaints, followed by “service power” (33).
Other GMC Sierra 1500 problems
- Engine problems (2,083)
- Power Train problems (1,343)
- Service Brakes problems (1,225)
- Electrical System problems (1,212)
- Air Bags problems (951)
- Structure problems (591)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (475)
- Exterior Lighting problems (339)
See all GMC Sierra 1500 problems.