2001 GMC Sierra steering problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2001 GMC Sierra — 4% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, there was a loss of the power steering without warning. The contact managed to drive the vehicle to the side of the road without further incident. Upon initial inspection, it was determined the power assist steering shaft was fractured and…”
filed Nov 28, 2006
“Dt*: the contact stated while making a u turn at 3 mph the power steering and abs failed. This occurred on a normal road during normal braking. The vehicle was slowly driven home. The dealership was notified however no repairs were made. While making a normal speed u turn the power steering assist…”
filed Mar 1, 2006
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Sierra years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Sierra | 3 | 5% |
| 2015 Sierra | 6 | 11% |
| 2014 Sierra | 7 | 7% |
| 2013 Sierra | 5 | 13% |
| 2012 Sierra | 3 | 10% |
| 2011 Sierra | 1 | 2% |
| 2009 Sierra | 2 | 5% |
| 2008 Sierra | 2 | 3% |
| 2007 Sierra | 3 | 5% |
| 2006 Sierra | 4 | 8% |
| 2005 Sierra | 11 | 9% |
| 2004 Sierra | 14 | 7% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2001 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.