GMC Sierra Suspension Problems
Owners have filed 160 complaints with NHTSA about suspension problems on the GMC Sierra across 22 model years. The 1999 model year has the most (39). The words owners use most often: “rear end” (6% of reports).
- 160suspension complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 8mention a crash
- 3mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- 45%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.
- Rear end: mentioned in 10 of 160 complaints (6%)
- Front hub: mentioned in 9 of 160 complaints (6%)
- Wheel bearing: mentioned in 8 of 160 complaints (5%)
- Anti lock: mentioned in 8 of 160 complaints (5%)
At what mileage do suspension problems happen?
Based on 61 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 160 complaints, 8 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury.
GMC Sierra suspension complaints by model year
| Model year | Suspension complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Sierra | 2 | 3% | 22,150 |
| 2016 Sierra | 1 | 17% | 15,000 |
| 2015 Sierra | 1 | 2% | — |
| 2014 Sierra | 5 | 5% | 5,000 |
| 2012 Sierra | 2 | 7% | 21,935 |
| 2011 Sierra | 1 | 2% | 12,100 |
| 2010 Sierra | 1 | 3% | 79,000 |
| 2009 Sierra | 1 | 3% | 95,815 |
| 2008 Sierra | 1 | 1% | 73,000 |
| 2007 Sierra | 2 | 3% | 95,459 |
| 2006 Sierra | 6 | 11% | 30,713 |
| 2005 Sierra | 9 | 8% | 60,000 |
| 2004 Sierra | 3 | 2% | 13,996 |
| 2003 Sierra | 6 | 3% | 19,759 |
| 2002 Sierra | 12 | 5% | 35,000 |
| 2001 Sierra | 15 | 6% | 43,762 |
| 2000 Sierra | 25 | 6% | 96,536 |
| 1999 Sierra | 39 | 7% | 99,796 |
| 1998 Sierra | 11 | 6% | — |
| 1997 Sierra | 11 | 5% | 54,000 |
| 1996 Sierra | 4 | 2% | — |
| 1995 Sierra | 2 | 1% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists suspension for the GMC Sierra. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owned a 2000 GMC Sierra. The contact stated while driving at approximately 70 MPH the driver's side front wheel control arm had fractured and the vehicle went out of control. The contact stated that the vehicle rolled over three times. The contact stated that the vehicle rolled off of…
Vehicle was regularly maintained and did not show any air bag codes on a reader. Was told by tow truck driver a new ball joint failed after recently being replaced. This caused me to lose steering around a small bend and lead me to go straight into a guardrail at 55mph. Upon impact of guardrail and…
The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70- 85 mph, the vehicle was shaking. The stability track warning indicator light was illuminated and flashing on and off. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but they were unable to duplicate the failure…
I live in oregon, my truck that i purchased from a private owner from utah in june of 2019 had 37,300 miles today's date march 1 2020 my truck has 39,100 miles. A couple of days ago i changed to my oregon license plate. While under the truck i noticed a lot of rust on many parts of the brakes…
The vehicle exhibits vibrations that can be rather extreme at times. It seems to be most noticeable in the 70-75 mph range but can sometimes be felt at other speeds. It feels like the vibration originates from the rear of the vehicle. Two dealerships have replaced multiple parts and have performed…
Frequently asked questions
Do all GMC Sierras have suspension problems?
No. NHTSA has 160 owner complaints about suspension for the GMC Sierra. 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 suspension?
No recall currently lists suspension for this vehicle.
What do owners say about suspension problems on the GMC Sierra?
The most frequent phrase is “rear end”, in 10 of 160 complaints, followed by “front hub” (9).
Other GMC Sierra problems
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (954)
- Visibility problems (343)
- Service Brakes problems (304)
- Power Train problems (293)
- Steering problems (248)
- Electrical System problems (241)
- Air Bags problems (193)
- Structure problems (193)
See all GMC Sierra problems.