1999 GMC Sierra structure problems
30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 1999 GMC Sierra — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 1999 gmc sierra. The contact stated that while having the vehicle inspected by an independent repair shop, he was informed that all of the brake lines were rusted and corroded. The brake lines were replaced by the repair shop. Approximately two years later, the vehicle was…”
filed Oct 24, 2011
“1999 gmc sierra rear frame on both sides broke. *kb the consumer stated the frame was very thin and it was difficult welding it back together. *jb”
filed Sep 19, 2006
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS HAVE GALVANIZED-BRAIDED-STEEL TAILGATE SUPPORT CABLES USED TO…Campaign 06V066000 · Mar 8, 2006
Related service bulletins
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables. Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. Please…
PIT3227M · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 8, 2017This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables. Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. Please…
PIT3227J · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 28, 2014
Structure problems in other Sierra years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Sierra | 1 | 2% |
| 2015 Sierra | 2 | 4% |
| 2014 Sierra | 8 | 8% |
| 2013 Sierra | 3 | 8% |
| 2012 Sierra | 6 | 21% |
| 2011 Sierra | 8 | 19% |
| 2010 Sierra | 7 | 21% |
| 2009 Sierra | 6 | 16% |
| 2008 Sierra | 12 | 18% |
| 2007 Sierra | 6 | 10% |
| 2006 Sierra | 1 | 2% |
| 2005 Sierra | 7 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1999 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.