2004 GMC Sierra steering problems
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2004 GMC Sierra — 7% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc sierra. The contact stated that while attempting to park, the vehicle emitted a loud explosive noise. The contact attempted to reverse however, the vehicle would not respond because the steering wheel was separated from the arm and the bolt had become shredded. The…”
filed Jul 31, 2013
“While driving vehicle you get a loud thump and shake from the steering wheel. This happens at any speed, when the vehicle hits a bump in the road or turning. This problem has been traced to the steering shaft on all chevrolet and gmc pickups from that year. *tr”
filed Jan 23, 2012
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% |
| 2003 Sierra | 27 | 13% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2004 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.