Worst 1997 GMC Sierra 3500 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
Power Train:Axle Assembly
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 1997 GMC Sierra 3500.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Assembly | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Power Train:Axle Assembly:Axle Shaft:Seal | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Pump | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer | 1 | — | — | — |
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1997 GMC Sierra 3500 — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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