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Major Problems with GMC Sierra 1500HD - Statistics of Complaints

Below you may see what GMC Sierra 1500HD model years had the most number of complaints over time. Though it does not necessarily mean that 2003, for instance, is the worst year for the Sierra 1500HD. Older Sierra 1500HD vehicles tend to accumulate more problems over time, so you need to carefully explore the nature of the issues. Tap into specific years for more details.

Browse GMC Sierra 1500HD problems by years

Worst GMC Sierra 1500HD Problems

MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
2003 GMC Sierra 1500HD August 8, 2011 Mileage: 99500 miles

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 gmc sierra 1500 hd. the contact stated that the bolts on the manifold were fractured and caused leakage through the exhaust emission before going to the catalytic converter. the dealer was notified who advised replacing the bolts and manifold. the manufacturer was notified who stated there were no recalls and offered no further assistance. the failure mileage was 99,500. the consumer stated he first heard a ticking sound coming from the engine. he eventually found the exhaust manifold heads broken off the bolt shanks. he then found evidence due to ...

SERVICE BRAKES
2002 GMC Sierra 1500HD January 15, 2015 Mileage: 29000 miles

I was moving my 1500hd gmc sierra which has 29k mile & the front brake line under the radiator, blew out due to rust this is a nightmare for any gmc owner , upon an inspection of all brake lines i find they are just steel with no anti corrosion on any of them. i also own a 2002 yukon & now it has the same problem, all lines are badly rusted & just recently the lines on the rear axle burst. this is life threatening situation the ...

ROTOR
2001 GMC Sierra 1500HD July 24, 2006 Mileage: 39846 miles

2001 gmc sierra crew cab truck was purchased pre-owned in july 2004. vehicle at purchase had the front brakes replaced. mileage was 28,410. in january 2006 with 35,904 miles front and rear brake rotors with pads were replaced due to "rusted brake rotors". in august 2006, rear brake backing plates were found to be rotted away and had to be replaced. mileage at time was 39,846. vehicle was repaired at all times by the dealer the vehicle was purchased through. *jb

What is the most common problem with GMC Sierra 1500HD?

Overall the worst problem with GMC Sierra 1500HD relates to SERVICE BRAKES problems. Browse the categories below to learn about the specific Sierra 1500HD years that are prone to issues with these components.

SERVICE BRAKES 6 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 2 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 1 POWER TRAIN 1 DRIVELINE 1 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 1 ROTOR 1 GLASS, SIDE/REAR 1 MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE 1 EXTERIOR 1 FAN/MOTOR 1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL 1
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