NHTSA Complaint #11456062 — 2021 GMC SIERRA 1500

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11456062
Vehicle	2021 GMC SIERRA 1500
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	February 21, 2022
Date Filed	March 10, 2022
Mileage	15,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CO

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2021 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while the vehicle was standstill, the steering wheel seized. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The contact was instructed by the dealer, to remove the ground cable from the battery and reinstall. The contact stated he was able to reboot and the steering wheel was able to move properly. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.

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