1997 GMC Sierra suspension problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 1997 GMC Sierra — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The vehicle veered to the right while driving, consumer also stated when he made a right turn, it felt as though all steering was lost. Ts *jb”
filed Nov 15, 2002
“Intermittently when making a right turn vehicle pulls. Dealer has inspected vehicle, and has not been able to duplicate or correct the problem.*ak the customer haed alignment done as a possible cause but the problem reoccured. The mechanic thinks the problem is with the steering box. *yh”
filed Nov 6, 2000
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other Sierra years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Sierra | 2 | 3% |
| 2015 Sierra | 1 | 2% |
| 2014 Sierra | 5 | 5% |
| 2012 Sierra | 2 | 7% |
| 2011 Sierra | 1 | 2% |
| 2010 Sierra | 1 | 3% |
| 2009 Sierra | 1 | 3% |
| 2008 Sierra | 1 | 1% |
| 2007 Sierra | 2 | 3% |
| 2006 Sierra | 6 | 11% |
| 2005 Sierra | 9 | 8% |
| 2004 Sierra | 3 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1997 GMC Sierra
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.