Investigation PE03026: 1999–2003 Chevrolet Sierra

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Jun 12, 2003

Closed

Nov 3, 2003

Model years

1999–2003

Subject

Steel wheel rim fracture

Component: Wheels

Summary

There have been less than 2 complaints per 100,000 subject vehicles related to the alleged defect.the oldest vehicles (my 1999) have only 2 complaints in over 140 thousand vehicles after over 4 years in service.the rate of warranty claims potentially related to the alleged defect is less than 0.1%.there are no known incidents involving rapid loss of tire pressure or loss of vehicle control. A defect trend has not been identified at this time.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency will take further action if warranted by the circumstances.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 2001 Chevrolet Sierra9 complaints
• 2000 Chevrolet Sierra9 complaints
• 1999 Chevrolet Sierra11 complaints