2014 GMC Sierra 1500 Steering Problems

Mileage when the problem started

• Under 25k
  109%
• 25k–50k
  2119%
• 50k–75k
  3733%
• 75k–100k
  2220%
• 100k–150k
  1413%
• 150k+
  76%

Owner reports

Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that the message "Power Steering Assist - Drive with Care" was displayed. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V414000 (Steering) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the recall repair was completed; however, the message "Power Steering Assist - Drive with Care" remained displayed while driving off the parking lot. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where an unknown hose was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer for a third time. The dealer informed the contact that the steering sensors may be blocked by the rack installed on the front end of the vehicle. However, the contact stated that the rack was installed at the time the vehicle was purchased in 2014. The contact stated that the recall remedy failed to fix the vehicle. …

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds on several occasions, the vehicle lost power steering assist. While driving 55 MPH, the failure recurred, nearly causing a semi-truck to crash into the vehicle and causing the vehicle to veer off the ramp. The contact's dog jumped out of the vehicle into the bushes and sustained a minor injury. The Brake Assist, ABS, Stabili-trak, and power steering assist warning lights illuminated, and the message "Electronic Steering Failure" was displayed after the failure. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle operated as intended. Additionally, the contact stated that the ABS seemed to fail to operate as intended. A dealer was contacted by phone and stated that the power steering control module might need to be replaced. …

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while her husband was driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that an unknown warning light was illuminated and then disappeared. The contact stated that the loss of power steering functionality had increased over time. Additionally, the vehicle had started to stall at low speeds. The contact researched online and related the steering failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V414000 (Steering). The contact noticed that the "Service Park Assist" light was illuminated when the vehicle stalled. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 215,000.

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, the power steering failed. Additionally, the dashboard lights and headlights became dim, and the HVAC system shut-off inadvertently. The stabilitrak and "Reduction in power steering" warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle functioned normally moments later. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by a dealer or independent mechanic. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that there was a recall related to the failure that was already repaired and to take the vehicle to a dealer. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V414000 (Steering). The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH and attempting a left turn, the steering wheel became stiff and jerked to the right. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road and restart the vehicle however, the power steering failed to return to normal functionality. The power steering assist warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. Upon investigation, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V414000 (Steering) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 44,000.

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25-30 MPH, the power steering became inoperable. The check engine warning light was illuminated due to the fuel tank cap being missing. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V246000 (Steering). The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with a short in the steering gear. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to turn the steering wheel, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that the failure had recurred intermittently and had progressively worsened. A message advising of a power steering failure and to drive safely was displayed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked and pulled to the right. No warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that while driving over a bump in the road, the vehicle lost automotive power and shut off. The contact restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 230,000.

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, with the stabili-trak warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle had since lost steering functionality. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximate 207,900.

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH and making a right turn, the power steering malfunctioned, and the steering wheel became difficult to turn in either direction. After turning off and restarting the vehicle, the failure was self-corrected. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was not yet contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.

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