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2003 GMC Sierra HD repairs by problem area
Engine (31%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (21%)
Brakes and Traction Control (14%)
Suspension and Steering (21%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)
Other (0%)
Chart based on 29 repairs.
2003 GMC Sierra HD repair cost distribution
$2500+ (10%)
$1000 - $2499 (25%)
$500 - $999 (10%)
$100 - $499 (40%)
< $100 (15%)
Chart based on 20 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2003 GMC Sierra HD
Engine not specified
| GMC in Maine, United States Feb 2012 - Dec 2014 | |||
| Oct 201277000 miUS $28 | Truck would not go into park | ||
| GMC in Colorado, United States Feb 2012 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Aug 2012152500 miUS $1400 | Water pump failure. Replaced part. Front wheel bearings replaced | ||
| Oct 2012154200 miUS $700 | Overheating during towing, strange smells. Pan gasket replaced and cooling lines repaired. | ||
| Mar 2013158000 miUS $2000 | Wheel bearing and pittman arm replaced | ||
| Jul 2015180200 miUS $250 | Carrier bearing failure | ||
| Jun 2016184000 miUS $500 | Gauge cluster died, no spedometer | ||
| GMC in New York, United States Apr 2012 - May 2013 | |||
| May 201392000 miUS $1400 | All brake lines were rusted out and leaking. Both rear discs had rusted and delaminated. Trans lines were rusted and leaking. Axle seal had ruptured and wiped out left side caliper. Fuel lines were rusted and leaking. | ||
2003 GMC Sierra HD 4-door
turbocharged 8-cylinder diesel automatic 4WD
| GMC in Nevada, United States Aug 2012 - Jul 2022 | |||
| Oct 2012112000 miUS $100 | Tow/haul button on shifter failed DIY repair | ||
| Dec 2012117000 miUS $300 | Water pump, which has one fastener behind harmonic balancer and 275# bolt. $1200 pro estimate. | ||
| Jan 2014128300 miUS $175 | Hydro boost system Power steering pump failed | ||
| Oct 2014128200 miUS $75 | The power steering pump I replaced earlier (without reservoir) began leaking badly from the reservoir seal and had to be replaced again. In fairness to GMC, this was a part supplier issue and I used a "with attached reservoir" this time. | ||
| Dec 2015140000 miUS $120 | Cracked fuel filter head | ||
| Nov 2016146700 miUS $150 | Worn out Pitman and Idler arms. Discovered during attempted alignment. DIY repair. | ||
| Jun 2018166000 miUS $2000 | Injectors had been hazing at idle for months and finally became too bad to endure. R&R all 8. | ||
| GMC in Michigan, United States Feb 2012 - Sep 2018 | |||
| Nov 201297900 miUS $1300 | Symptom of long cranking time while starting. (DURAMAX Diesel) Diagnosed as needing all new fuel injectors. Initial bill was $5800. Negotiated to get GM to cover parts given bulletin on FI failure. Fan speed controller failed. Required new fan speed resistor. | ||
| Jun 2015118000 miUS $2500 | Fuel lines near tank were corroded and failed. Upgraded to aftermarket lift pump and filtration system and replaced all fuel lines. High pressure hose failed and was replaced. Parking brake was not functioning. Parts replaced. LF ABS sensor failed. | ||
| Aug 2015121800 miUS $95 | Inner tie rod ends went bad. Had been replaced at 40,000 miles with Moog lifetime parts. Parts were covered, just had to pay for labor. | ||
| May 2016129000 miUS $400 | Replaced four wheel drive control unit Replaced failing right front wheel bearing | ||
| Apr 2017140000 miUS $300 | Passenger window regulator failed and was replaced. | ||
| Sep 2018149000 miUS $4000 | Fuel injectors were failing and needed to be replaced. | ||
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