2005 GMC Sierra 1500 Steering Problems
NHTSA has 30 owner complaints about steering problems in the 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 10% of all 298 complaints for this model year. That is #8 highest steering complaint count among 21 Sierra 1500 model years. These complaints report 1 fire. Median mileage at failure: 36,250 miles.
- Steering complaints
- 30
- 10% of 298
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 36,250 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
When 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 steering complaints were filed
First complaint Feb 15, 2006, latest Dec 12, 2022.
Steering recalls for the 2005 GMC Sierra 1500
- NHTSA 05V455000Oct 5, 2005Steering123,592 vehicles
Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with a power steering hose that is not to specification. Under extreme steering maneuvers, such as turning the steering wheel fully to the left or right while braking, the hose may fracture and leak fluid.
Risk: If this were to occur, power steering assist would be lost and increased steering effort would be required. On vehicles equipped with hydro-boost power brakes, it could also result in loss of power brake assist and increased braking effort would be required. If the power steering fluid spray were to spray onto hot engine parts, an engine compartment fire could occur.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the power steering hose(s) for two suspect date codes and replace them if required. The recall will begin on october 14, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727, or hummer at 1-800-732-5493.
- NHTSA 05V018000Jan 21, 2005Steering3,344 vehicles
Steering:gear box:shaft sector
On certain trucks, the bolt that attaches the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear may not meet specification. The bolt may fracture resulting in the loss of steering.
Risk: If this happens while the vehicle is moving, a crash could occur without prior warning.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the intermediate steering shaft bolt free of charge. The recall began on january 24, 2005. Owners may contact gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.
Steering complaints by Sierra 1500 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Does the 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 have steering problems?
- NHTSA has 30 owner complaints about the steering in the 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 10% of all complaints for this model year. Median mileage at failure is 36,250 miles.
- Which GMC Sierra 1500 year has the most steering complaints?
- The 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 has the most steering complaints (162), compared with 30 for the 2005.
- Is there a steering recall for the 2005 GMC Sierra 1500?
- Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 concern the steering: 05V455000 and 05V018000.