How many suspension, wheels & tire complaints does the 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 have?

NHTSA lists 19 complaints in this area for the 2011 Sierra 1500, which is 5% of the 355 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 suspension?

Yes. NHTSA recalls 11V007000 and 10V643000 both cover a rear axle cross pin that was not properly heat treated and could fracture; dealers install a new cross pin free of charge.

At what mileage do suspension problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for suspension, wheels & tire complaints on this model year is 43,750 miles.

Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries among the 19 suspension, wheels & tires complaints for the 2011 Sierra 1500.

How does 2011 compare to other Sierra 1500 model years for this problem area?

The 2011 model's 19 complaints and 5% share are on the lower-to-middle end compared to years like 2014 (38 complaints) and 2018 (7% share), based on NHTSA's year-by-year breakdown.

2011 GMC Sierra 1500 Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 19 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2011 GMC Sierra 1500, 5% of its 355 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 43,750. Two recalls (11V007000 and 10V643000) cover rear axle cross pin fractures on this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 19; 5% of 355
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 43,750 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Tires suffer sudden tread separation or blowouts at highway speed, including cases with three of four tires affected on the same set.
Owners report a fractured or failed rear axle cross pin causing abnormal rear-end noise and tire movement, matching the subject of the two related recalls.
Original equipment tires show poor wet-pavement traction and reduced control during heavy rain.
Rear leaf springs have broken or cracked pieces, sometimes reported by multiple owners with the same truck.
The spare tire winch mechanism fails to lower the spare as described in the owner's manual.
Suspension feels overly stiff and produces a loud rattling or 'gong' noise over potholes shortly after purchase.

When 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 19, 2011, latest Oct 25, 2023.

19 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2011 to Oct 2023; peak Feb 2011 (1).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2011 GMC Sierra 1500

NHTSA 11V007000Jan 6, 2011Suspension, Wheels & Tires30,566 vehicles
Suspension:rear:axle:spindle
General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; chevrolet avalanche, colorado, express, silverado, suburban, tahoe; and gmc canyon, sierra, savana, yukon and yukon xl vehicles. The rear axle cross pins were not properly heat treated and could fracture and become displaced within the rear axle. Should the pin shift out of position, it could create an interference condition and cause the rear axle to lock.
Risk: The driver may not be able to maintain directional control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new rear axle cross pin free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
NHTSA 10V643000Dec 17, 2010Suspension, Wheels & Tires1,262 vehicles
Suspension:rear:axle:spindle
General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac escalade ext, chevrolet avalanche, silverado ld and gmc sierra ld vehicles. The rear axle cross pins were not properly heat treated and could fracture and become displaced within the rear axle. Should the pin shift out of position, it could create an interference condition and cause the rear axle to lock.
Risk: The driver may not be able to maintain directional control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new rear axle cross pin free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Sierra 1500 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20105 (2%)
201119 (5%)
201211 (8%)
201314 (9%)
201438 (4%)
201527 (3%)
201621 (6%)
201719 (4%)
201823 (7%)
201922 (3%)
202020 (4%)
202118 (3%)
20222 (0%)
20235 (1%)
20245 (1%)
20254 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

How many suspension, wheels & tire complaints does the 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 have?: NHTSA lists 19 complaints in this area for the 2011 Sierra 1500, which is 5% of the 355 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 suspension?: Yes. NHTSA recalls 11V007000 and 10V643000 both cover a rear axle cross pin that was not properly heat treated and could fracture; dealers install a new cross pin free of charge.
At what mileage do suspension problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for suspension, wheels & tire complaints on this model year is 43,750 miles.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries among the 19 suspension, wheels & tires complaints for the 2011 Sierra 1500.
How does 2011 compare to other Sierra 1500 model years for this problem area?: The 2011 model's 19 complaints and 5% share are on the lower-to-middle end compared to years like 2014 (38 complaints) and 2018 (7% share), based on NHTSA's year-by-year breakdown.