Jump to content
  • Sign up for FREE! Become a GM-Trucks.com Member Today!

    In 20 seconds you can become part of the worlds largest and oldest community discussing General Motors, Chevrolet and GMC branded pickups, crossovers, and SUVs. From buying research to owner support, join 1.5 MILLION GM Truck Enthusiasts every month who use GM-Trucks.com as a daily part of their ownership experience. 

Rattle or Vibration Noise in 2018 GMC Headliner


Recommended Posts

My 2018 Sierra SLT Crew Cab has an annoying buzzing sound, rattle, or vibration when in motion that come from the headliner, overhead console area. When I lightly press up the headliner or plastic molding in this area the noise stops. I only hear it when no radio is on but annoying on a year old truck GMC. It is not the eye glass holder that I can tell. Any ideas? Do you think the warranty should cover silencing this vibration?

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Don't know about coverage, probably depends on the dealer.  My 18 Silverado crew cab has a headliner noise when driving on rougher roads.  Been thinking of taking it in as it was bought new less than 2 months ago.  Just don't have the time.  I almost have to take a day off to get the truck in.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

6 hours ago, HeySkippyDog said:

SS502 on here had a rattle similar. It was the visors. Flip the visors down and drive and see if it makes noise. The noise should not be present with visors down.

I know it doesn't solve the problem but it is worth trying just to know.

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-J727A using Tapatalk
 

Thanks, will try again but I don't think it's related. 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

17 hours ago, HeySkippyDog said:

SS502 on here had a rattle similar. It was the visors. Flip the visors down and drive and see if it makes noise. The noise should not be present with visors down.

I know it doesn't solve the problem but it is worth trying just to know.

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-J727A using Tapatalk
 

Yes Sir! The hard plastic mirror cover was vibrating on the mirror trim. That was driving me crazy but we found it! Good memory there HeySkippyDog :thumbs:

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Yes Sir! The hard plastic mirror cover was vibrating on the mirror trim. That was driving me crazy but we found it! Good memory there HeySkippyDog :thumbs:
My friends all laugh that I can remember shit from more than a decade ago nearly down to the precise date. I can get the month and year, sometimes I know the exact day.

It also helped that Jim made it memorable about the lipstick smears and suspected date night shenanigans.

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-J727A using Tapatalk

  • Haha 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

On 2/22/2019 at 5:48 AM, Birdwatcher62 said:

Thanks, will try again but I don't think it's related. 

Yeah give it a try! I could have sworn mine was making the noise from a completely different area than where it really was coming from. Cabin noises are hard to find, especially if you’re alone. 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

32 minutes ago, SS502 said:

Yeah give it a try! I could have sworn mine was making the noise from a completely different area than where it really was coming from. Cabin noises are hard to find, especially if you’re alone. 

Thanks,  I'll keep trying. I think it is the coming from the plastic overhead console with the eye glass holder and overhead lights. When I touch it it stops. Doesn't feel loose though. Like something is rattling underneath in certain circumstances.

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

15 minutes ago, Birdwatcher62 said:

Thanks,  I'll keep trying. I think it is the coming from the plastic overhead console with the eye glass holder and overhead lights. When I touch it it stops. Doesn't feel loose though. Like something is rattling underneath in certain circumstances.

Well when you fine it please share! These little annoying noises are sometimes very hard to isolate :(

Link to comment
Share on other sites

On 2/21/2019 at 5:08 AM, Birdwatcher62 said:

My 2018 Sierra SLT Crew Cab has an annoying buzzing sound, rattle, or vibration when in motion that come from the headliner, overhead console area. When I lightly press up the headliner or plastic molding in this area the noise stops. I only hear it when no radio is on but annoying on a year old truck GMC. It is not the eye glass holder that I can tell. Any ideas? Do you think the warranty should cover silencing this vibration?

I had this exact same God forsaken Devil's design torture instrument from hell rattle and hunted night and day for this Bleepity bleeping expletive blankity $#&#$%#$%# sound! 

 

It's the visor retainers. Flip down the plastic caps on them, T15 or T20 bit I believe, and CRANK those bastards DOWN. If you really want some security, throw some electrical tape over the retainers in the roof for added noise dampening. You'll be rewarded with sweet sweet SILENCE. 

 

I hunted for this freaking sound from August of 2017 to April of 2018. The worst part is it would be so damn sporadic, it would come, then go, then come back, then go away again. I swear I tightened so damn many dash bolts. The glove box bolts, behind the glove box bolts, under the speaker cover/forward dash section, under the knee bolster on the drivers side. Once I was able to make it go away I was able to more precisely locate it. I did the exact same thing you did (push on the headliner, specifically on the right rear corner of the overhead console) and it would VANISH. Release pressure and the hell sound is back!

 

Fixed the passenger side April of 18, and the driver's side August of 18. Haven't heard a bleepity bleeping blanking expletive PEEP since then. THANK GOD!

  • Thanks 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

 Share

  • Similar Content

    • By drmilesbennell
      Hey all,
       
      I have a 2022 Sierra SLT with passive entry locks on the front handles. Does anyone know if I can easily add passive entry locks to the rear handles? Acquiring the actual handles would not be the issue but I'm wondering if there is a harness (or whatever powers the front passive entry buttons) in the rear door to begin with. I know they come standard on Denali, so was thinking GM might just leave the wiring in the door for different trims but not include the passive handles all around. As I type this, though, I'm sure there's programming that needs to be done but figured it was worth a shot - because why not!
       
      Any help is appreciated, thanks!
    • By youn1033
      or sale are my set of custom painted, OEM Sierra Denali LED Tail Lights. I had these painted to go on my truck and unfortunately they took so long I had to go a different direction before I got them back.. I have since moved up to a 3/4 diesel and am hoping these can find an owner who will appreciate the time, effort, and $$$ that went into creating them!
       
      These OEM LED Tail Lights are selling for $300 - $500 a piece online, and the cost to have these custom painted Mineral Metallic to match the Denali paint + the lens smoked (lightly, not enough to dim them when lit!) was $700 - looking to get $1,000 including shipping. Can cut a better deal if wanting to pick up in person in the Houston, TX area.
       
      Please reach out for additional pictures, questions, etc. I respond much quicker via text (405) 642-9097
       
      Thanks!





    • By youn1033
      For sale are my set of custom painted, OEM Sierra Denali LED Tail Lights. I had these painted to go on my truck and unfortunately they took so long I had to go a different direction before I got them back.. I have since moved up to a 3/4 diesel and am hoping these can find an owner who will appreciate the time, effort, and $$$ that went into creating them!
       
      These OEM LED Tail Lights are selling for $300 - $500 a piece online, and the cost to have these custom painted Mineral Metallic to match the Denali paint + the lens smoked (lightly, not enough to dim them when lit!) was $700 - looking to get $1,000 including shipping. Can cut a better deal if wanting to pick up in person in the Houston, TX area.
       
      Please reach out for additional pictures, questions, etc. I respond much quicker via text (405) 642-9097
       
      Thanks!





    • By 3500Guy
      22GMC 3500 Denali Ultimate 
      I want to swap console for black leather jump seat. 
       
      Dealer says 2-3k parts plus $1500 labor.
       
      Can I order a used jump seat with rear vents or do I need other items. Seat belt attached to seat?
       
      Is it easy to swap over? A few seat/floor bolts, attach vents and it is in?
       
       
       
       
    • By Letsdoit
      Ok, I've got the tow mirrors, I have the recommends pins, and I know the pin locations in my case 9, 11, 41. What I cannot find ANY WHERE is how to correctly install the pins into the door connector the plugs in the X600. My understanding its important because if you screw up, well, your in big trouble. I've watch various YouTube videos but because of poor lighting, big hands, cramped space, small pins it's hard to see. So does anyone have anything that DETAILS the correct orientation when inserting pin in connector slot? Appreciated, thanks.
  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.
  • Forum Statistics

    242.1k
    Total Topics
    1.4m
    Total Posts
  • Member Statistics

    309,445
    Total Members
    8,960
    Most Online
    SirLlama
    Newest Member
    SirLlama
    Joined


×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use.