2011 GMC Sierra 1500 Air Bags Problems
- 93
- 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.
Among these 93 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- takata recall · 53 records
- parts recall · 18 records
- failure parts · 16 records
- recall notice · 9 records
- recall recall · 9 records
- part recall · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 12 |
| 60–100k mi | 11 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Air Bags
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 gmc sierra 1500. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v381000 (air bags) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer (nimnicht buick gmc 11503 philips hwy, jacksonville, fl 32256 [redacted]) did not give a specific date for when the part would be available. The manufacturer…
ODI 10991447
Air Bags · Body
My truck has developed a crack on the dash, starting at the top left-hand corner of the front passenger airbag. It has cracked entirely through to the dash trim piece roughly 3-4 inches away. Not only is it a tremendous eye-sore, that most of my passengers notice and comment on... But has me extremely worried about safety. If this vehicle were to be in a collision and the airbag is deployed, i am sure that fragments…
ODI 10870939
Air Bags
Cracking around the air bag with the dash which could turn to shrapnel in the even the airbag deploys.
ODI 10872469
Air Bags · Unknown Or Other
My sierra has two cracks in the dash, one in the middle and the other from the airbag to the vent. This is very common in gm trucks from 2007-2013, with the crack from the airbag to the vent being the most common. There is a facebook page dedicated to this defect with thousands of examples. I believe this could be a safety hazard if the airbag deploys and sends plastic shards throughout the cab.
ODI 10824208
Air Bags · Structure
A crack has appeared on the top left corner of where the airbag is. Failure in this area should be a cause for concern and during airbag deployment, this weak point could be an area of projectile. A number of other vehicle owners of the same vehicle have the same issue, and this should be considered for a recall due to safety concerns. ...updated 03-10-16 *bf
ODI 10744658
Air Bags
Dashboard is cracked directly adjacent to the air bag, this is happening to a large number of gmc and chevy owners, i am concerned that plastic pieces of dashboard will become dangerous flying objects in the event of an impact that deploys the airbag. I have been talking with gm and the local dealership for 3 months now and they will not accept responsibility.
ODI 10763113
Air Bags · Unknown Or Other
Dashboard around the passenger side airbag is cracked in 2 corners
ODI 10897380
Air Bags
Takata recall we bought the truck in 2015 and soon after got a letter saying that a airbag recall. Called dealership and was informed that no parts were available. Called gm headquarters and was informed that they were sure that there was no danger and that we should get a second notice when parts were available. That hasn't happened in almost 4 years. The web site said to seek help from you if the problem wasn't…
ODI 11166388
Air Bags · Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 gmc sierra 1500. The contact stated that all the instrument panel warning lights illuminated and the gauges failed. On another occasion, the contact stated that the oil and air bag warning lights illuminated. In addition, the washer fluid warning light illuminated, although the washer fluid was full. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign…
ODI 10692175
Air Bags · Body
I was driving down the interstate at 65 mph and heard a pop. I looked over and my dashboard had cracked right next to the airbag. On a non related instance my engine is now making a ticking noise that i will be taking to a dealer to check out.
ODI 10762472
Air Bags · Unknown Or Other
Cracked dash in several places, including around airbag. Concerned about safety.
ODI 10852347
Air Bags
Takada inflator has been on recall for way too many years while people continue to be injured and or killed, while gm stands by and refuses to do anything. They didn't mind taking my money. This is a 2011 how many more years will it take? I asked for a loaner vechicle but that was also denied. Now i demand my truck fixed and a loaner until you can get the parts.i am scared to death every time i need to unexpected…
ODI 11090282
Air Bags · Unknown Or Other
I purchased this vehicle new, my dash board is cracking in several places, and i believe there should be a recall on this. I fear the airbag could go off and send flying plastic debris. Gm should do the right thing
ODI 10939087
Air Bags
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 gmc sierra 1500. The contact stated that the driver's side air bag failed to deploy after a tractor trailer crashed into the vehicle. The service air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. A police report was filed. The driver and passenger sustained injuries to the knee, neck, back and shoulder. The driver had to undergo knee and shoulder surgery. The manufacturer was…
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 10606255
Air Bags
Takata recall - several cracks have formed on the top of the dashboard. The biggest crack is located at the top corner of the passenger side airbag. Cracks appeared overtime despite the fact that the truck is mostly garage kept.
ODI 10967097
Air Bags
My truck has developed several cracks in the dash. One in particular on the passenger airbags which leads me to feel very unsafe. If the airbag is deployed, what's to prevent the dash from shattering and cutting the airbag rendering it useless or worse, the dash becoming shrapnel?
ODI 10820754
Air Bags · Fuel/Propulsion System · Seat Belts
For the air bag, the light continually goes on and when i took it to dealer; they said it was fine, but when i took it later; dealer said that warranty had expired and it would cost me $800. I just left it alone. Light continually goes on and turns itself off. For the seat belt, back seat middle, the dealer repaired it twice, but once warranty expired than they wouldn't fix it anymore unless i paid. For the gas, i…
ODI 10967875
Air Bags
Takata "recall" heat and humidity magnify the problem. This truck has been in florida since it's build. We are ground zero for heat and humidity. I've been applying for this recall for a very long time with no results. This delay tactic might lower the cost associated with recall, at the expense of ownership health and well-being. Enough kicking this can down the road. Force gm to deal with the problem
ODI 11098623