2005 GMC Sierra 1500 Steering Problems
- 12
- 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.
What owners report
- power steering · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
Power steering went out while entering (turning left into) parking lot, towed to shop. Shop found broke/defective connection to steering box and leaking fluid. Replaced fitting and tubing, flushed system, and replaced fluid.
ODI 11156080
Body · Fuel/Propulsion System · Steering
Power steering hose has rusted and began leaking. Noticed a lot of undercarriage and frame rust on the whole truck.
ODI 10779519
Service Brakes · Steering · Suspension
When pulling in my driveway the brake lights came on and the brake pedal went clear to the floor. Upon investigating i found the brake lines to be severely corroded. I was fortunate not to be driving at a faster rate of speed on the open road. That same week the steering had become very difficult to turn like it was low on fluid, which it was not. I have also had to have both front wheel bearings replaced along with…
ODI 10706134
Service Brakes · Steering
Recently, i spent three days performing preventive maintenance on my 2005 gmc sierra and found two primary issues that shouldn't be occurring on this young of a vehicle. The first was rotted sections of brake line (supposed to be stainless steel) in the rear of the vehicle (the main line that comes back from the master cylinder) and the second issue was a leaking seal in the power steering pump. There is a…
ODI 10548801
Steering
Sometimes steering is hard to steer as if it has no power steering. Installed new power steering pump cleaned all lines & installed new fluid. Have had front end checked twice. Two different mechanics, cannot find any problems. Problem happens very often. *tr
ODI 10567784
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 gmc sierra k1500. While driving 25 mph, the contact stated that the vehicle lose power steering and he was unable to steer the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who inspected the vehicle and informed the contact that the power steering line had rusted and caused it to leak power steering fluid. The dealer or manufacturer had not been notified. The vehicle was awaiting…
ODI 10410716
Steering
I own a 2005 gmc sierra pick-up truck. Somewhere in the steering column there is a clunking noise whenever you turn the steering wheel. I contacted gmc and they stated they were not aware of any problem, however i could take it to a gmc dealer and have it evaluated for about $100.00. I contacted 2 independent service shops and both stated that is a problem with the gmc's and is caused by movement inside the steering…
ODI 10293913
Steering
Power steering failure. Dealer has attempted to repair number of times nothing has worked. Quits working at any time then began working again. Numerous complaints on other site forums. My concern is not being able to turn/control vehicle. Problem began with-in 1st year of ownership. Truck now has 33,000 and just out of 3 year warranty. Gm has set-up service at another dealership. I just hope problem can be…
ODI 10220366
Steering
Steering assembly shimmies ridiculously. I have not been contacted about the recall of the steering shaft. Campaign # 05v018000. I am sure there is a problem with the assembly at this point. Fortunately there have been no crashes or complete failure. However i am angry i was not notified of the problem, it has gotten worse in the last two weeks. I thought my tires were out of balance and had that checked twice, and…
ODI 10194838
Steering
At about 30,000 miles i noticed a clunking in my steering column. I have had the front end check everything is tight. I was told it is in the steering column. *tr
ODI 10246474
Steering
The steering was making a clanking noise. When it got worse i took it to dealer under warranty, and they fixed it by replacing it with grease. They stated that when it returne d and i will be out of warranty i will have to pay to have it fixed" again.*ak
ODI 10196614
Rotor · Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 gmc sierra 1500. While driving 5 mph or greater, the steering wheel vibrated and the brake pedal pulsated when depressed. The dealer stated that the rotors were warped and they turned the rotors. Approximately six months later, the failure recurred. As of july 30, 2007, the vehicle has not been repaired. The failure has occurred on three occasions. The current mileage was 44,964 and…
ODI 10197857