2016 GMC Sierra 2500 steering problems
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2016 GMC Sierra 2500 — 24% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“2016 Denali 2500 Diesel - Loose steering, like many of the others complaining. I only have 13,000 miles on the truck since I don't drive it during Ohio winters (salt) and use it to tow my 6500 lb boat. Doesn't feel safe at all when towing. The dealer explained both the pitman and idler arm were…”
filed Mar 24, 2022
“The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed four years ago, the steering wheel became significantly loose, causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact depressed the brake pedal and…”
filed Mar 11, 2022
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Sierra 2500 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Sierra 2500 | 7 | 28% |
| 2024 Sierra 2500 | 2 | 2% |
| 2022 Sierra 2500 | 2 | 5% |
| 2020 Sierra 2500 | 6 | 8% |
| 2018 Sierra 2500 | 1 | 3% |
| 2017 Sierra 2500 | 1 | 3% |
| 2015 Sierra 2500 | 4 | 4% |
| 2014 Sierra 2500 | 6 | 20% |
| 2013 Sierra 2500 | 5 | 11% |
| 2011 Sierra 2500 | 3 | 5% |
| 2009 Sierra 2500 | 1 | 3% |
| 2008 Sierra 2500 | 2 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 GMC Sierra 2500
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.