Issue ID | 954512 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10487827 |
Manufacurer | General Motors LLC |
Brand | GMC |
Model | SIERRA 1500 |
Model Year | 1999 |
File date | 06/12/12 |
Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:M |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 1999 gmc sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, he heard an abnormal noise in the drive shaft. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where the contact was informed that the fuel tank straps were fractured. Both straps were replaced. The dealer and manufacturer were notified but offered no assistance. The failure and current mileage was 101,000. Updated 1/17/13 *cn the consumer stated the rear fuel strap had broken and was rubbing against the drive shaft. The front strap was rusted, but not broken. Both were replaced at his expense. Updated 01/24/13 |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 101000 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | GREENVILLE, KY |
VIN pattern | 1GTEK19T0XZXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | |
Was part original equipment? | |
No. of injured persons | 0 |
No. of fatalities | 0 |
Date of purchase | 02/02/99 |
Was original owner? | Y |
Anti-lock brakes | Y |
Cruise control | Y |
Number of cylinders | 8 |
Drive train type | 4WD |
Transmission type | AUTO |
Vehicle speed | 35 |
DoT tire identifier | |
Tire size | |
Location of tire code | |
Type of tire failure code | |
Was defective tire repaired? | |
Date of manufacture | |
Type of child seat code | |
Type of restraint | |
Dealer's name | NORMAN BOGGESS |
Dealer's telephone number | 270-821-3231 |
Dealer's city | MADISONVILLE |
Dealer's state code | KY |
Dealer's ZIP code | 42431 |