2000 GMC Sierra 1500 Body Problems
- 5
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 gmc sierra 1500. The contact observed that the rear tailgate support cable was severely rusted. The failure recurred continuously. The vehicle was repaired under a manufacturer recall, but the remedy failed to prevent the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 351,000. Updated 02/19/16*lj updated 3/23/18*jb
ODI 10779067
Body
All frame supports a rotted need them welded. Gmc does not stand behind their products . How come toyota had to replace their frames but gm don't have to . *tr
ODI 10532778
Body · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
My 2000 gmc sierra's frame is extremely rusted. Parts of the frame have rusted completely through. All the brakes lines have been replaced due to rust as have many other brake parts. I purchased the truck used but previous owner stated he replaced the brake lines due to a low speed accident. *tr
ODI 10435108
Body · Power Train · Suspension
While trying to sell my vehicle, an auto service facility discovered serious frame corrosion which could prove to be a safety issue. The corrosion seems excessive and suggests design and/or material deficiencies. I have had to replace all brake lines and have had transmission shift linkage failure, all due to rust. Also, excessive body rust in the lower rocker panels has occurred, more of a cosmetic problem, but…
ODI 10454602
Body · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension
Rust- had to replace all the brake lines,rocker panels and cab corners,gas tank straps rusted out and broke off .both spring shackles broke from rust and had to be replaced,the frame had to be fixed(cracked) and now the shock mounts have rusted off and have to be fixed and its only got 115,000 miles. *tr
ODI 10435171