2003 GMC Sierra 3500

Recalls

1 recall names the 2003 GMC Sierra 3500. Newest first.

• Fuel system, gasoline

  May 19, 2006NHTSA 06E04300088,303 vehiclesEquipment

  Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes…

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  This condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. In the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.

  Remedy

  Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).

  Full recall details →

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Service brakes2
2. Electrical system1
3. Fuel system, diesel1
4. Power train1
5. Seat belts1
6. Service brakes, hydraulic1
7. Air bags1
8. Steering1

Latest complaints

• Nov 12, 2014PA110,000 mi
  Service brakes

  Brake lines are heavily rusted, truck IS beyond warranty, dealer will not replace unless recalled. *tr

• Jan 8, 2013IN27,050 mi
  Service brakes

  I only had 27050 miles when brake lines, burst luckily traveling only 5 mph. I had to replace all brake lines, rear brake calipers. Then at 28,640 miles I had to replace the master cylinder. What in the world IS gm doing? What happened to the quality of gm? *tr

• Jan 25, 2012PA21,503 mi
  Power train · Service brakes, hydraulic
  I recently had a brake failure on my 2003 GMC sierra 3500 series truck. I was driving when my brakes gave out. the pedal went to the floor and I was barely able to stop before striking a parked car. I took it to the dealer and was told that my brake lines and calipers are corroded and in need of…

  I recently had a brake failure on my 2003 GMC sierra 3500 series truck. I was driving when my brakes gave out. the pedal went to the floor and I was barely able to stop before striking a parked car. I took it to the dealer and was told that my brake lines and calipers are corroded and in need of replacement for a $4200. I had the brakes replaced last february and put less than 1000 miles before this incident. the rear brake pads which were replaced then needed to be replaced because of corrosion issues. I have had to replace the brakes on this truck 4 times since I purchased it each time because of corrosion issues. I have been told by gm that I do not drive the truck enough. I am afraid to drive it for two reasons 1. It might not stop when I need it to and 2. Everytime I drive it ends up costing me more money. the transmission lines were replaced last summer for the same issue. this truck has cost me over $20,000 in repairs since 2005 not including maintenance issues. when I contacted gm customer service they were absolutely no help. I was told I do not drive it enough and the fact that the truck IS older it IS a part of life. they would not even acknowledge that they have a problem. I was told that the nhtsa IS conducting an investigation into this matter with gm. if you need any help please call me I would gladly help in this matter. *tr

• Aug 26, 2011CA80,000 mi
  Fuel system, diesel

  TL* the contact owns a 2003 GMC 3500 duramax . The contact stated that the vehicle would stall without warning. The fuel injectors were replaced but the failure recurred and caused damage to the engine. The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure mileage was 80,000 updated 9/20/11 *cn updated 2/23/12 *cn

• Jun 25, 2011GA
  Steering

  Power steering and/or braking may become inoperative or drastically reduced performance when used at same time because power steering pump IS also power brake pump and system does not have enough pressure or flow capacity to supply both steering and braking together. This could result in loss of control of vehicle. *tr

• Feb 12, 2007NY50,000 mi
  Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel

  2003 GMC speedometer not working. This IS a very common problem with GMC and there should be a recall. *nm

• Feb 15, 2006AL71,000 miCrash1 injury
  Air bags › Frontal · Seat belts › Front › Retractor
  Dt*: the contact stated while driving at 35 mph, the vehicle was involved in a crash. the vehicle was hit on the driver's side rear quarter panel by another vehicle. after the vehicle was struck, it flipped upside down. the contact was buckled in the driver's seat. however, the seat belt did…

  Dt*: the contact stated while driving at 35 mph, the vehicle was involved in a crash. the vehicle was hit on the driver's side rear quarter panel by another vehicle. after the vehicle was struck, it flipped upside down. the contact was buckled in the driver's seat. however, the seat belt did not retract and hold the contact in the seat and the air bags did not deploy. the contact's head hit the passenger door window at such force the window shattered and broke. the contact's head was lying outside the vehicle on the asphalt. after the initial impact, the contact released the seat belt and climbed out of the vehicle. injuries to the head and neck were sustained. the police filed a report at the scene. the insurance company did an assessment of the vehicle and deemed it totaled. updated 03/03/06.

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 11010544This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
• 11007208This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
• 11006621Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
• 11006421GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return.
• 11004761This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
• 11004557This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
• 11002312This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.
• 11000576This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
• 10252735This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
• 10252163XM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation.
• 10251890This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
• 10251887This bulletin advises the technician of possible location of an internal coolant leak from a specific cylinder head and location.
• 10250775This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
• 1025004605500  ignition distributor system corrosion  inspect / replace
• 10250012Duramax Diesel Glow Plugs Difficult to Install Due to Carbon Buildup - New Glow Plug Bore Reamer Available
• 10249980This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Diagnostic Kit to effectively diagnosis vehicles. Technician should drive the vehicle will using the Pico Oscilloscope to record data. After the data is recorded it should be reviewed to determine the root cause of the concern. If a repair attempt made the concern better but not eliminated or had no affect at all, and are requesting assistance from General Motors Technical Assistance Center record another Pico file and save it to the computer. After the new Pico Oscilloscope data has been saved email the data to General Motors Technical Assistance Center in the subject line include ?Vibration? ?Business Associate Code? and the last 8 of the Vehicle Identification Number.
• 10249590This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
• 10249579This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
• 10249011This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
• 10248444Vehicle Recalls
• 10247780This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
• 10247748Speedometer Needle Accuracy Information.
• 10247747Speedometer Needle Accuracy Information
• 10247681Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option.
• 10247552This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
• 10247093Speedometer Needle Accuracy Information.
• 10247092Speedometer Needle Accuracy Information
• 10246952Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
• 10246951Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
• 10246647Pre-Formed and Pre-Flared Hydraulic Brake Pipe Kits Now Available for Service
• 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
• 10246499Duramax Diesel Glow Plugs Difficult to Install Due to Carbon Buildup - New Glow Plug Bore Reamer Available
• 10245951Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls And Turn By Turn Inoperative In The United States.
• 10245950Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls In The United States
• 10244274This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
• 10244214This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
• 10244201This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
• 10242843The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
• 10242262This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
• 10242252This technical bulletin provides information and a solution to a condition of Brake Pedal Moves or Self Applies at Full Turns.

Every GMC Sierra 3500 model year

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