2003 GMC Sierra Classic Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 9, 2014 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Sierra Classic years
Not enough data 2nd of 3 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2003 GMC Sierra Classic. That ranks 2nd out of 3 Sierra Classic model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 52,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2003 GMC Sierra Classic problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Service Brakes1 · ~52,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes1100%52,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2003 GMC Sierra Classic recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 GMC Sierra Classic.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

As a minivan in front of me put their left turn signal on late, i had to hit my brakes quickly and when i did my brake pedal went to the floor and i was pumping air and had no brakes at all. I swirved around the van and luckily i was on an inclined road as i was able to slow the vehicle down into a…

Service Brakes · received Jul 9, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10609452

Other GMC Sierra Classic years

2004 Sierra Classic →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2007 Sierra Classic180
2004 Sierra Classic10
200310

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2003 GMC Sierra Classic?

Owners most often report service brakes problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2003 GMC Sierra Classic?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2003 GMC Sierra Classic a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sierra Classic model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.