10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
4 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
5 / 0
Average Mileage:
49,892 miles

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problem #125

Aug 152022

Sierra 1500

  • miles
In the process of making a right turn my power steering suddenly quit working causing my vehicle to cross over into oncoming traffic. There was an eighteen wheeler that had to make a lane change to avoid a collision. At this time I had a warning light come on stating a problem with the power steering. I was able to slowly drive the vehicle to a local repair shop. The shop had to reprogram the steering module. I know my model had a safety recall for that very issue and I had it repaired at a GMC dealer in 2017. Apparently the problem still exists and I called GMC Corporate and was told that my vehicle had been repaired and was to old for any assistance. I now have no confidence in my vehicle knowing that this problem could occur at any time.

- Deer Park , TX, USA

problem #124

Jul 062022

Sierra 1500

  • 85,870 miles
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist. The failure nearly caused a collision. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 85,870.

- Omaha, NE, USA

problem #123

Jun 062022

Sierra 1500

  • miles
Whenever driving I get a message stating that I need to service my trailer brake system. This is most likely due to cheap wiring installed by the manufacture. This has been going on for over a couple of months. Just recently, I was making a slow turn and my vehicle shut off on me and I lost control of my brakes and steering and all power to the vehicle which is a huge safety concern and I am unsure if they are related or not

- Davis, CA, USA

problem #122

Apr 262022

Sierra 1500

  • miles
When I slow down to make a turn, my truck loses power making the turn very dangerous. I lose control of the vehicle for a few seconds due to loss of power. It is very dangerous for me to make turns.

- Montgomery, AL, USA

problem #121

Apr 302022

Sierra 1500

  • miles
Lose power steering at low speeds typically in a low speed turn. Stabilitrack warning appears on the dash and sometimes lose power to the entire dash including radio and A/C.

- Granbury, TX, USA

problem #120

Feb 172022

Sierra 1500

  • miles
When turning 30 mph and under the eps (power steering) cuts out randomly for a second or less and jerks the wheel only causing a slight swerve so far but has me worried and I'll be paying for the software update out of pocket since my truck isn't in the recall even though other 2014 sierras are recalled.

- Tomah, WI, USA

problem #119

Feb 172022

Sierra 1500

  • miles
Stability control Truck felt no power and on off on again It happened suddenly How to fix?

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #118

Jul 012021

Sierra 1500

  • 65,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, the power steering failed. Additionally, the dashboard lights and headlights became dim, and the HVAC system shut-off inadvertently. The stabilitrak and "Reduction in power steering" warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle functioned normally moments later. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by a dealer or independent mechanic. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that there was a recall related to the failure that was already repaired and to take the vehicle to a dealer. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V414000 (Steering). The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.

- Chillicothe, IL, USA

problem #117

Sep 012021

Sierra 1500

  • miles
We have been told that the recall #17V414 has been completed on our vehicle. However, we have only owned this pickup a little over a year and now the power steering has gone out again. it is throwing a code U0131 which says it is lost communication with power steering control module. We have been told that the power steering module needs to be replaced. I would like to delve into how many people have had to replace this (which is a very EXPENSIVE repair). I truly feel this is still a defect and GMC should own this problem. Thank you for your time.

- Wichita, KS, USA

problem #116

Oct 022021

Sierra 1500

  • miles
Driving at certain speeds the truck will just shut off while trying to turn or merge onto the highway. The electronic steering draws to much voltage on the vehicle and it just dies turning and braking after that is a very serious safety hazard and should be looked into I-??m a mechanic myself and I-??ve replaced grounds done everything I can and still nothing has fixed the issue

- Arlington, VA, USA

problem #115

Sep 042021

Sierra 1500

  • miles
I was driving on the freeway going about 70 miles a hours lost steering assist about 2 to 3 second. I was driving straight road If was driving in a turn would of lost control maybe hit other cars. Please help with this this.

- Santa Maria, CA, USA

problem #114

Aug 162021

Sierra 1500

  • miles
The truck just shut off all electrical and dash controls as I went to turn into my driveway. Its done it to me twice so far in the last 3 weeks.. no brakes and no power steering.

- St Marys, KS, USA

problem #113

Aug 062021

Sierra 1500

  • miles
Lost power steering while parking. Dash board got alert power steering disable drive with care.

- Santa Maria, CA, USA

problem #112

Jul 212021

Sierra 1500

  • miles
When you push on the break the vehicle-??s power shuts down. Yes it is available for inspection upon request. When steering wheel is turned it dies. After this happens stabilizer light comes on and power steering assist comes on. No inspection has been done called dealership and they said the recall from 2014 had already been done. This is a very serious issue when driving in traffic and I do not want to be in or cause an accident

- Marquez , TX, USA

problem #111

Jun 122021

Sierra 1500

  • miles
I had made a appointment to get the recalls resolved at the dealership and I made appointment and everything and they call to confirm thru out the week and then when I showed up they said they couldn-??t fix it cause it was a branded title and they didn-??t even offer me any other way of fixing it.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #110

Jun 012019

Sierra 1500

  • 30,000 miles
The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving the vehicle, the steering wheel would violently shake and vibrate before the vehicle shut-off. Later the vehicle was restarted and operated as normal. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000.

- Clearwater, FL, USA

problem #109

May 092021

Sierra 1500

  • 140,000 miles
On several occasions spanning multiple years the truck loses power while braking and turning at slow speeds. On more rare occasions, but still numerous, the same problem occurs when braking at higher speeds without turning. The truck dash lights, media screen and headlights all dim or flicker as a ticking or popping noise is heard behind the dash much like an arching electrical wire. Most of the time when these scenarios happen the display on the drivers display screen reads stabiltrak warning. Also when the problem occurs while turning and braking at low speeds the truck will completely lose power and power steering as well as assisted braking. Once the truck comes to a stop the ignition, and all electrical systems are completely unresponsive like the battery is dead. In order to start the truck again, I have to get out of the truck, open the engine hood and oscillate both the negative and positive battery cables. Most of the time the truck will start up after doing this. Sometimes I have to use booster cables to get it to start. Neither the cables or the terminal connectors are loose as they have been inspected by a dealer service tech and a local mechanic.

- Arlington, TN, USA

problem #108

Apr 082021

Sierra 1500

  • 95,000 miles
The vehicle was in motion and when traveling (in motioni) at a low speed turning left with a sharp left turn there is a popping noise in the steering column section that you can both hear and feel. In fact, there has been occasion when it appeared to me that the steering wheel appeared to somewhat stick or briefly freeze, again in this left a hard left turn at a slow speed. I took this vehicle to the local GM dealer today, the service manager evidenced the same issue; although, he did not know what is causing the problem suggesting that I return the vehicle for their service and review over a day when I can leave the vehicle with them.

- Wilkesboro, NC, USA

problem #107

Dec 242020

Sierra 1500

  • 70,000 miles
2014 GMC Sierra 1500 4WD ~75K miles. Sometimes when I roll up my windows or use my blinker and it shuts off cruise control (hwy). And sometimes when I hit my breaks my headlights will dim (hwy, city streets, parking lots). When I'm turning slowly (in parking lots) the steeling will occasionally lock up and once it lost power entirely. My battery was tested at bigo and said it was fine. I've seen this online a lot for this truck and similar years, but no one seems to have a resolution. With so many incidents I'm shocked they don't have a fix or any idea what is wrong.

- Reno, NV, USA

problem #106

Dec 162020

Sierra 1500

  • 154,000 miles
Intermittently getting "service stabilitrak" "electronic steering assist power reduced" messages while turning left at speeds 30mph or less. Each time I receive this message the steering wheel becomes very hard to turn and jerks. Several times the vehicle has died but restarted itself. On 2 occasions ( thankfully in a parking lot away from traffic) the vehicle died after these messages and would not restart, no systems would respond to turning the key for several cycles. Both times this has happened I also received an anti-theft message as well. I know there is a recall issued for this but GM is not listing my VIN as an affected vehicle. This is a potentially life threatening issue and needs to be corrected

- Harrison, AR, USA

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