2005 GMC Sierra Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 9%of 117 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 27,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the steering of the 2005 GMC Sierra, 9% of the 117 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 27,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Power steering stops working on slow right hand turns. I sometimes need to back up in order to complete the turn. I also end up crossing into oncoming lanes if no traffic is comeing towards me. If there is traffic I need to stop in the middle of the turn until the traffic clears. The check airbag light came on at 85000 miles after the battery discharged from the vehicle sitting to long without being driven.”
NHTSA complaint #10627826, filed 2014-08, 57,000 miles“I took my truck into fitzgerald auto mall, with whom I've had a great relationship, for some power steering issues. I was told that the brake system piping itself was rusting and would need to be replaced to the tune of $1600.00. I researched this and found that this is a common issue with GM trucks and there hasn't been anything done about it. Gm has reduced the cost of the repair kit to $500, but who is going to install it? I have had many vehicles and lived in many states where salt is used on the road. …”
NHTSA complaint #10593842, filed 2014-05, 143,000 miles“For the past 6 months I have noticed that my steering wheel shakes when I slow down at stop signs. I also have noticed a clicking/knocking noise when I make turns and I can feel it through the steering wheel. I will be scheduling an appt. For this immediately.”
NHTSA complaint #10187054, filed 2007-04, 24,000 miles“I have issues with my alignment, dealership can not fix the problem it has been in service 9 times for the alignment. I also have knocking noise and a steering shaft problem again dealership has not resolved the issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10184347, filed 2007-03, 2,100 miles“Intermediate steering shaft has been rattling for a few weeks now, and my truck only has 38,000 miles. I'm told that lubricating it will only stop it short term.”
NHTSA complaint #10195509, filed 2007-07, 36,250 milesRelated recalls
- 05V455000Oct 5, 2005Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with a power steering hose that is not to specification. Under extreme steering maneuvers, such as turning the…Covers: GMC Sierra 2005–2006, Chevrolet Silverado 2005–2006, Corvette 2005–2006 +12 more
- 05V018000Jan 21, 2005On certain trucks, the bolt that attaches the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear may not meet specification. The bolt may fracture resulting in…Covers: GMC Sierra 2005, Chevrolet Silverado 2005
Related service bulletins
- 10022671Apr 1, 2011Gear box power steering pump, p/s performance concerns. *nj updated on 6/30/2011.
- 10036545Oct 1, 2010Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc/oldsmobile and hummer: information on pitman arm shaft seal service kit. Do not replace entire steering gear for pitman seal leak. Technicians have…
- 10025148Apr 1, 2008Clunking noise under hood and can be felt in steering wheel and/or steering column (replace upper intermediate steering shaft [I-shaft] assembly).
- 10012694Aug 1, 2007Release of steering gear stub shaft bearing kit for service. *tt updated 08-15-07. *kb updated 10/09/07.
- 10012089Feb 1, 2007Clunking noise under hood and can be felt in steering wheel. *eh updated *eh updated.
- 10019482Feb 1, 2006Ei05061 - intermediate steering shaft clunk noise or stick-slip (follow strategy based diagnostics). 05-02-35-003 and 05-02-35-003a not yet received.
- 10019479Jan 1, 2006Increased steering and brake effort.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 3 | 5% |
| 2016 | 1 | 17% |
| 2015 | 6 | 11% |
| 2014 | 7 | 7% |
| 2013 | 5 | 13% |
| 2012 | 3 | 10% |
| 2011 | 1 | 2% |
| 2009 | 2 | 5% |
| 2008 | 2 | 3% |
| 2007 | 3 | 5% |
| 2006 | 4 | 8% |
| 2005 | 11 | 9% |
| 2004 | 14 | 7% |
| 2003 | 27 | 13% |
| 2002 | 12 | 5% |
| 2001 | 10 | 4% |
| 2000 | 28 | 6% |
| 1999 | 18 | 3% |
| 1998 | 15 | 8% |
| 1997 | 63 | 26% |
| 1996 | 5 | 2% |
| 1995 | 8 | 3% |
| 1994 | 1 | 1% |
| 1993 | 2 | 3% |
| 1991 | 1 | 8% |
| 1990 | 1 | 6% |
| 1989 | 2 | 13% |
Other parts of the 2005 GMC Sierra
37 complaintsElectrical system
23 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
11 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsSuspension
9 complaintsEngine
8 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsTires
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 GMC Sierra
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology