Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (wheels, lug nuts, original-equipment tires, TPMS).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 1999 GMC Sierra owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Pirelli scorpion tires, size p255/70r16, bought 7/11/2007 from tirerack.com. At 21,000 miles, tires are showing severe weather cracking, very similar to what I experienced with my Ford explorer during the Firestone tire recall in 2000. Tire racks warranty specifically states tires with weather cracking which were purchased more than 4 years prior to presentation for adjustment are not covered by the warranty. Although there is ample tread life left, these tires are simply no longer safe.
While applying the accelerator pedal the pedal stuck, and vehicle failed to accelerate. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the accelerator pedal needed to be oiled. This was the same excuse given by nultiple dealerships and consumer's extended warranty company. Consumer claimed had many cars and never was there a need to oil the accelerator.
Experienced many occurrences of brake problems to which dealer could not diagnose. At 49,000 miles, dealer informed that right wheel hub/ABS unit faulty. Replaced at $387 cost. Vehicle currently has 62,000 miles. ABS pump ran continously until disconnected. Dealer informed ecbm failure. Estimated cost to fix $800. Declined repairs due to cost. GM definitely has a quality problem.
While driving at 30 MPH the consumer applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance. The dealer replaced the rotors and pads twice, however the problem recurred. The vehicle also had tailgate and engine problems. The tires were replaced due to thread cracks.
I had three flats in the first two months of owing the vehicle. The third caused me to lose control of my vehicle and crash, resulting in $4,500 body damage. I sent Firestone the tire, and they wrote back that there was indeed a blowout which resulted in( dot number: tire size: lt24575r16 )
I had three flats in the first two months of owing the vehicle. The third caused me to lose control of my vehicle and crash, resulting in $4,500 body damage. I sent Firestone the tire, and they wrote back that there was indeed a blowout which resulted in( dot number: tire size: lt24575r16 )
I was traveling on a rural paved road in willcox arizona (rex allen dr.) I was traveling about 45 MPH when the right rear passenger side tire blew. I kept the tire and do have pictures of the tire and wheel well damage to my truck. Looking at the tire (what's left), it looks like the tire seperated causing the damage. Also, the aluminum wheel is scratched because it hit the pavement. It was a Sunday and willcox, az is a small town. I drove to a local truck stop (rip griffen truck & travel center - about 5 miles away) that actually sold Firestone/Bridgestone, but not for regular trucks. I was afraid to drive without a spare (the spare was used) so I purchased a kumho tire of the same size (it is now the spare). …
Having the wrong tire pressure decal is a serious problem and so far for over a month GMC does not seem to be concerned! As received from the dealer my half-ton truck has the wrong tire pressure decal on the ds door.it is an sle VIN [redacted] with p255/70r16 tires on it.. The sticker has a VIN of [redacted] model c25753 and telling me to inflate my front tire to 50psi and the back 80psi !. The max. Tire pressure is 50psi. Inflating my tires to the decal pressures could cause an explosion. The owners manual tells you to use the sticker to inflate your tires. As a member of sae I saw right off something was wrong and so far GMC does not think this is a big deal. If someone that knows no better on tire inflation were to get a bad sticker like this it would be a big deal. The sticker on there is for a c3500 dually pick-up. …
Lt 245/75r16 vibrate/shake the entire vehicle at 40-45 MPH. You can feel it thru your back. Worse when cold in the am. Balancing by the GMC and Firestone dealers have not helped. Firestone have offered a generous prorated trade toward dueller ht 6 ply passenger tire. 50% of tire has worn by tread depth at 18000 miles. Should be a 50000 mile tire. Ride has gotten significantly worse in the last few thousand miles. Still occurs in neutral and appears to come from the rear. No vibration thru the steering column. At higher speeds around 60-65, sometimes is noticeable. Feels very unsafe, especially towing camper and at highway speeds. Tires were made in Canada. (tiresize: lt245/75r)( dot number: tire size: lt245/75r )
Pe-00-020; original equipment on a 1999 GMC, Sierra, tire size p265/75r16, dot # w273wma109. Tires had 18 thousand miles on them. Consumer has noted two frontal driver and passenger side tires were showing evidence of tread separation at the side wall, consumer is able to peel the tread backwards about a inch. Tires have been replaced with another brand. There are places the size of my finger nail that peal back to show white nylon under the black rubber sidewalls.
Wheel & Tire complaints in other Sierra years
Frequently asked questions
How common are wheel & tire problems on the 1999 GMC Sierra?
NHTSA has 37 complaints about the wheels & tires of the 1999 GMC Sierra, 6% of the model year's 600 complaints. The component named most often is tread/belt (11 mentions).
Is there a recall for 1999 GMC Sierra wheel & tire problems?
No. NHTSA lists no wheels & tires recall for the 1999 GMC Sierra, though it has 5 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 1999 GMC Sierra wheel & tire problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 61,000 miles, and 25% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 2 crashes, 0 fires and 2 injuries to wheels & tires problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.