MYRModel Year Report

2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD

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2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:39:07.273Z

Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 16 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, GMC Sierra 1500 HD Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 2001: 9 complaints 2001 2002: 9 complaints 2002 2003: 16 complaints 2003 2004: 3 complaints 2004 2005: 11 complaints 2005
2003: 16 complaints
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YearComplaints
20019
20029
200316
20043
200511

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

4 of 16 total reports mention: service brakes.

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EXTREMELY WELL CARED FOR VEHICLE - ALWAYS SERVICED AT GM DEALERSHIP, AND RECENTLY SAFETY STATE INSPECTED. BRAKE LINE RUPTURED UNDER TRUCK CAB LEADING TO REAR WHEELS. COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKE PRESSURE. COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130320

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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A FIRE IN THE DASH BOARD IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN OUR BACK YARD DRIVE WAY. DASH BOARD AREA MELTED WHERE THE HEAD UNIT AND CIGARETTE LIGHTER IS LOCATED. BURNED THE HEAD LINER WHERE A COMPARTMENT WAS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140222

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 16 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

ENGINE

2 of 16 total reports mention: engine.

VISIBILITY

1 of 16 total reports mentions: visibility.

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OUTSIDE PASSENGER SIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR DEFROST DOES NOT WORK. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20071023

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

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 MANUFACTURE

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).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 HD have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.