Worse than most Sierra 1500 years
Owners filed about 1.4 times as many complaints as a typical Sierra 1500 year. The main thing to watch is the engine and cooling, which half of owners reported by about 84,000 miles. Years with fewer complaints: 2012, 2013 and 2018.
Based on owner complaints to NHTSA, compared with other Sierra 1500 years from 2012 to 2024. A good year can still be a bad car, so check the one you are looking at.
Owners have filed 660 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The most reported problem area is the engine and cooling (333, 50% of complaints), followed by the transmission and drivetrain and the brakes and stability control. That ranks 3rd of 13 Sierra 1500 years from 2012 to 2024 for complaints. It has 10 recalls.
10 of these complaints came from Utah owners.
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Problem areas ranked by how many complaints mention them. One complaint can name more than one area. Open an area to see what to check on a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 before you buy.
Engine and cooling
333 complaintsStalling, misfires, oil consumption, leaks, overheating and engine failure.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 84,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Ask the seller not to warm the car up, and start it cold. Listen for ticking, knocking or a rough idle in the first minute.
- Pull the oil dipstick and the oil cap. Low oil, a gasoline smell or a milky film on the cap are reasons to walk away or get an inspection.
- Plug in an OBD2 scanner. Stored or pending codes matter, and so do readiness monitors that show "not ready", which usually means the codes were cleared right before the sale.
- Ask for oil change records. A gap in the records on a model known for engine complaints is a negotiating point at minimum.
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What owners said
Catastrophic Engine Failure/Engine Seized at Highway Speed We were driving on a two lane highway at approximately 55 mph. All of a sudden pressing the gas pedal did nothing and after a few seconds the truck died. I was able to move over a foot or two but there was really not much shoulder. We were blocking traffic. I tried to call for…Owner complaint, filed 2026
Catastrophic Engine Failure/Engine Seized at Highway Speed We were driving on a two lane highway at approximately 55 mph. We had just left home and only gone 20 miles. All of a sudden pressing the gas pedal did nothing and after a few seconds the truck died. I was able to move over a foot or two but there was really not much shoulder. We…Owner complaint, filed 2026
Transmission and drivetrain
140 complaintsHarsh or delayed shifts, slipping, shuddering, CVT whine, and drivetrain clunks.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 31,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Drive it from cold if you can. Shifts should be smooth in every gear, including reverse.
- Feel for slipping (revs rise without the car speeding up), shudder at low speed and a delay when you put it in gear.
- Listen for whining, which is a common CVT complaint, and clunks when you go from drive to reverse.
- If it has 4WD or AWD, engage it on the test drive and ask when the transmission and differential fluids were last changed.
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What owners said
Engine died while on the freeway. Had the truck sent to my dealer via flatbed with AAA. They diagnosed it as the known lifter issue, lifter broke and metal went into the camshaft and scored it. So I need to replace the camshaft and lifters. They’re quoting me $12k for that. I have 83000 miles on this car and I take very good care of it.Owner complaint, filed 2026
Engine failure. My engine is near failure, loud knocking, check engine light and trusted repair shop analyzed. The repair diagnosis is that the engine will fail in the very near future and that is not safe to drive because of risk of failure. I like the truck and it is still in great condition (129k miles). So, I search for recall…Owner complaint, filed 2026
Brakes and stability control
116 complaintsBrakes that feel soft or grab, grinding, ABS and stability control faults.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 8,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- The pedal should feel firm and the car should stop straight without pulling, grinding or a pulsing pedal.
- The ABS and stability control lights should go out after startup and stay out.
- Look through the wheels at the rotors. A deep lip on the edge means brakes are due soon, which is a fair thing to negotiate on.
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What owners said
The contact's partner owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the "Service Brake System" and ABS warning lights illuminated. The brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard, and the message that the vehicle would not exceed 62 MPH was displayed. The vehicle was restarted, and several unknown…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 42,320 miles
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, and the brakes seized. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact parked the vehicle. The contact inspected the vehicle; however, the failure reoccurred. The contact attempted to drive the vehicle…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 68,000 miles
Electrical system
95 complaintsDead batteries, warning lights, failed screens and cameras, and electrical shorts.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 8,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Test every switch: windows, locks, mirrors, seat heaters, the screen, the backup camera, Bluetooth and every USB port.
- Watch the dash at startup. Every warning light should come on briefly and then go out.
- Have the battery and charging system tested. A weak alternator or battery drain shows up here.
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What owners said
The park assist would go on when I was at a stop light and no one was in front of me and auto stop was off all the time. Two ground straps were corroded. There is a recall on them from 2019 to 2024. My truck did not have a recall on it. I just want to let you know and maybe if enough people complain, you will put all trucks on the recall.Owner complaint, filed 2026
Vehicle (2019 GMC Sierra SLT X31!Crew Cab 6.2 l gas engine) stopped running while driving down the road (Wednesday [XXX]. Tried to start truck - would crank over quickly but failed to start ( crank no start with no check engine light.) tried several times same result. Started after about 5-10 minutes and was displaying low fuel indicator…Owner complaint, filed 2025
Steering
42 complaintsLoss of power steering assist, wandering, play in the wheel and noises when turning.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 10,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Turn the wheel lock to lock while parked and listen for groaning, clicking or binding.
- On a straight road the car should track straight with the wheel centered and no loose feeling.
- A power steering warning on the dash, even briefly, deserves a mechanic’s look before you buy.
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What owners said
Without any notice, I lost my power steering while driving. The wheel jerked to the side, and when I corrected I realized that I no longer had power steering. I was still able to "steer" my vehicle, but not without brute force. If it were someone of lesser ability (e.g. elderly) it may have led to a devastating outcome. I have yet to get…Owner complaint, filed 2025
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that occasionally, while driving approximately 57 MPH, the vehicle violently shuddered, causing the steering wheel to become difficult to turn in either direction. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was determined that the…Owner complaint, filed 2025, at 13,000 miles
Fuel system
27 complaintsHesitation, stalling, fuel smell, fuel pump and injector failures.What to check before you buy
What to check before you buy
- Smell around the engine bay and under the rear of the car for raw fuel.
- On the test drive, accelerate firmly from a stop and up a grade. Stumbling, surging or a flashing check engine light are red flags.
- Fuel pump recalls are common. Check this exact VIN for open recalls before you buy.
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What owners said
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that later while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact's son later attempted to start the vehicle, and…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 50,000 miles
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving 62 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel pump module sensor had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The…Owner complaint, filed 2025, at 82,000 miles
Driver assist systems
20 complaintsPhantom braking, false collision warnings, and lane keeping or backup sensors that act up.What to check before you buy
Parts named most: Automatic emergency braking (7), Warnings (6).
What to check before you buy
- Where it is safe, try the adaptive cruise and lane keeping on the test drive and watch for sudden braking or warnings with nothing there.
- Check the windshield in front of the camera and the bumper sensors for cracks, chips or poor repairs.
- Ask whether the windshield has been replaced. The camera has to be recalibrated afterward, and many shops skip it.
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What owners said
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a black screen while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The contact stated that the failure obstructed driving visibility, preventing the driver from safely operating the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the contact was…Owner complaint, filed 2025
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that the “Service Rearview Camera” message was displayed on the navigation display screen. The camera failed to activate while reversing. There were watermarks on the rear inside glass. The following day, the camera was operational. The contact was concerned about running over a…Owner complaint, filed 2025, at 29,000 miles
Body, doors and structure
19 complaintsRust, doors and liftgates that will not latch, leaks, and frame or structure concerns.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 8,000 miles. Parts named most: Body (14).
What to check before you buy
- Look underneath with a flashlight. Utah road salt is hard on frames, brake lines and the bottoms of doors.
- Open and close every door, the hood and the liftgate, and lock and unlock each one.
- Use a paint thickness gauge and compare panels. A panel that reads very differently from the rest has likely been repaired.
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What owners said
The lights on the dashboard is indicating that the hood is unlocked and the security system is being tampered with. Hood is closed and it disengage auto start and the alarm goes off every 10 minutes.Owner complaint, filed 2025
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that the tailgate was occasionally opened unexpectedly while driving at various speeds. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the failure might be related to an unknown recall that included vehicles or model…Owner complaint, filed 2025, at 123,000 miles
Lights, wipers and visibility
17 complaintsHeadlights that dim or fail, wiper and washer failures, and windshield cracks.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 2,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Check every light: headlights on low and high, fog lights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights.
- Run the wipers on every speed with washer fluid, and run the defroster front and back.
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What owners said
The screen on radio is so bright in the cab when backing is blinding when backing up and dangerous. No way to turn down the brightness.Owner complaint, filed 2022
2019 gmc at4. Problem occurs at night. When putting the truck in reverse, the display monitor on the dash turns to full brightness (and cannot be turned down). It is very hard to even see the side mirrors due to the blinding brightness of the dash display. There needs to be a fix to this problem as it makes backing up at night very…Owner complaint, filed 2020
Wheels and tires
11 complaintsTire failures, wheels and lug nuts, and tire pressure sensor faults.What to check before you buy
Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 23,000 miles.
What to check before you buy
- Read the four-digit DOT date on each tire. Tires older than about six years should be replaced, whatever the tread looks like.
- Check tread depth on all four. On AWD vehicles all four tires should match.
- The tire pressure light should go out after startup.
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What owners said
On March 14 2026 i was driving from [XXX] . To [XXX] to have my tires checked because i felt a strong vibration on my steering column and truck itself, it was getting worse so i took it to my mechanic who does my regular maintenance on truck. After inspecting Tire Goodyear Wrangler SR-A ( 275 55 R20) front passenger , mechanic informed…Owner complaint, filed 2026
On March 14 2026 i was driving from [XXX] . To [XXX] to have my tires checked because i felt a strong vibration on my steering column and truck itself, it was getting worse so i took it to my mechanic who does my regular maintenance on truck. After inspecting tire ( [XXX] 55 R20) was called over and shown that my front passenger side…Owner complaint, filed 2026
Suspension
10 complaintsClunks over bumps, broken springs, worn struts and uneven tire wear.What to check before you buy
What to check before you buy
- Drive over a few bumps and potholes slowly with the radio off and listen for clunks or rattles.
- Check the tires for uneven wear on the inside or outside edges, a sign of alignment or suspension trouble.
- Look behind the wheels for oily, wet shocks or struts.
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What owners said
Several months ago while having my truck serviced, I asked the repair shop to inspect the ball joints on the passenger side because they would make a popping noise when turning the wheel. The shop inspected them and said that was a normal sound due tot he factory lift. Recently I was driving home and about to turn into my lane when the…Owner complaint, filed 2026
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving at 10 MPH, the upper control arm and ball joint on the passenger’s side fractured, and the wheel partially detached from the vehicle and was sticking out. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and the failure was confirmed…Owner complaint, filed 2024, at 71,000 miles
Cruise control and acceleration
10 complaintsHesitation, loss of power, sudden acceleration and cruise control problems.What to check before you buy
What to check before you buy
- On the test drive, press the gas gently and firmly. The response should be smooth with no lag or surge.
- Set the cruise control, then use resume and cancel to make sure each one works.
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What owners said
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 40 MPH the vehicle proceeded to jerk and shift into the lower gears, the vehicle's acceleration speed was reduced to 15 MPH. The service parking brake and the ESC light were illuminated. The contact proceeded to drive to their residence, whereupon…Owner complaint, filed 2024, at 58,000 miles
The DFM program in the engine caused the lifters to fail and bend a pushrod which in turn scared the cam shaft. There were no signs leading up to this. It caused the traction control and brake systems to be compromised. I took vehicle into a gm dealer and had it diagnosed.Owner complaint, filed 2026
Air bags
7 complaintsAir bag warning lights, air bags that did not deploy, and inflator recalls.What to check before you buy
What to check before you buy
- The air bag (SRS) light should come on at startup and go out within a few seconds. If it stays on, the system may not work in a crash.
- Air bag recalls are some of the most serious. Check this exact VIN for open recalls and get proof any recall work was done.
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What owners said
Traveling at 68mph, a deer jumped in front of me and I struck the deer hard enough to cause radiator to dump the fluid onto the road. Seat belts locked and the airbag system fired. Smoke filled the cab and the computer registered as airbags deployed. But there were no airbags physically come out into the vehicle.Owner complaint, filed 2020, at 18,500 miles
The contact owns a 2019 gmc sierra 1500. While driving 45 MPH, the contact crashed into a deer. The air bag covers detached, but the air bags did not deploy. There was smoke detected inside the vehicle and the service restraint message was displayed. The contact stated that the hazard warning indicators were illuminated. There were no…Owner complaint, filed 2019, at 6,000 miles
Seats and seat belts
6 complaintsBelts that will not latch or retract, seat adjusters and passenger occupancy sensors.What to check before you buy
What to check before you buy
- Pull out and latch every seat belt, and let each one retract on its own.
- Try every seat adjuster, and watch for a passenger air bag "off" light when an adult is in the seat.
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What owners said
The backseat middle passenger seatbelt failed to release causing my [XXX] child to become stuck and restrained in the seatbelt blocking his circulation, therefore for the safety of my child I had no choice but to cut the seatbelt. I have tried to report it to the dealership and insurance company but both advised that this is not…Owner complaint, filed 2026
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed with her in the front passenger seat, he noticed that the vehicle in front of his had stopped. The contact stated that her husband immediately depressed the brake pedal, causing the vehicle to forcefully stop. The contact…Owner complaint, filed 2023, at 73,833 miles
GMC Sierra 1500 complaints by year
Compare the 2019 with other years before you choose one. Tap a year to see its problems.
Compare with similar 2019 full-size trucks
Each car is rated against its own other years, since popular models always get more complaints than rare ones.
| Car | Vs. its other years | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 | Worse than most years | 10 |
| 2019 Ford F-150 | About average | 9 |
| 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | Worse than most years | 10 |
| 2019 Ram 1500 | Worse than most years | 30 |
2019 GMC Sierra 1500 recalls
Tires Temporary / emergency spare tire
- Risk
- An ABS system that does not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will provide a new 17" spare tire and wheel assembly that is compatible with the accessory wheels, free of charge.
Full recall summary
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2021 GMC Sierra 1500 and Silverado 1500 vehicles equipped with certain accessory road tires and a 17" spare tire. The 17" spare tire provided with the vehicle is not compatible for use with the accessory wheels, which can cause the anti-lock brake system (ABS) to not function properly under certain conditions.
Tires
- Risk
- Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss.
- Fix
- Dealers inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge, free of charge.
Full recall summary
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Tires
- Risk
- Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge.
Full recall summary
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Seat belts
- Risk
- If a seat-belt bracket is not secured, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the front-row center seat position, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect left-side and right-side front-row center seat-belt bracket attachments and reassemble it correctly as necessary, free of charge.
Full recall summary
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, 2021 Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe and GMC Yukon XL and 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The seat belt brackets may not be secured to the seat frame in the front-row center seating position.
Transmission and drivetrain Driveshaft
- Risk
- If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of crash.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge.
Full recall summary
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 and 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 trucks. One of the driveshaft joints may not have been properly welded, causing the driveshaft to separate while the vehicle is moving.
Brakes Power assist
- Risk
- A loss of electronic brake assist can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge.
Full recall summary
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. These vehicles received updated software for the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM). This software has an error, and as a result, the vehicle's electronic brake assist may be disabled. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Brakes ABS warning light
- Risk
- If the driver operates the vehicle unaware that ESC and ABS are not functioning, there is an increased risk of a crash.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge.
Full recall summary
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Cadillac CT6, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. Due to an Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) software error, the vehicle's Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Antilock Brake System (ABS) may become disabled. Furthermore, if this specific error occurs, the vehicle's diagnostics will not illuminate the instrument cluster ESC and ABS malfunction warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Electrical system Cables
- Risk
- An intermittent electrical connection between the B+ battery cable and the alternator could cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for the presence of glue or other contamination at the B+ cable attachment to the alternator and clean the connection and reattach the B+ cable connection, as necessary.
Full recall summary
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks. The battery positive (B+) cable rings may have been manufactured with excessive glue, potentially causing an intermittent electrical connection between the B+ cable and alternator.
Seat belts Pretensioner
- Risk
- A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will close off the opening in the pretensioner bracket, free of charge.
Full recall summary
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, and 2020 Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Sierra 2500, and Sierra 3500 vehicles equipped with carpet floor covering. When the front seat belt pretensioners deploy, hot gas may vent through an opening in the pretensioner bracket, possibly igniting the carpet.
Air bags Inflator module
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate properly can increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side air bag module, free of charge.
Full recall summary
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab and GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab vehicles. The passenger-side frontal air bag module may have been damaged during assembly, possibly resulting in the air bag not inflating properly in the event of a crash.
2019 GMC Sierra 1500 questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500?
The most reported problem areas on the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 are the engine and cooling (333 complaints), the transmission and drivetrain (140 complaints) and the brakes and stability control (116 complaints).
Is the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 a good year to buy?
Worse than most Sierra 1500 years. Owners filed about 1.4 times as many complaints as a typical Sierra 1500 year. The main thing to watch is the engine and cooling, which half of owners reported by about 84,000 miles. Years with fewer complaints: 2012, 2013 and 2018. Based on owner complaints to NHTSA, compared with other Sierra 1500 years from 2012 to 2024. A good year can still be a bad car, so check the one you are looking at.
How many recalls does the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 have?
NHTSA lists 10 recalls for the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The most recent, from Dec 2021, covers the temporary / emergency spare tire. Recalls cover the whole model year, so check the VIN of the car you are looking at to see which are still open.
At what mileage do 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 problems start?
Half of the owners who reported a problem with the engine and cooling gave a mileage of about 84,000 miles or less. Half of the owners who reported a problem with the transmission and drivetrain gave a mileage of about 31,000 miles or less. Plenty of cars have these problems later or never, so ask for service records.
Which GMC Sierra 1500 years should I avoid?
The Sierra 1500 years with the most complaints compared with the rest are 2014. Years with clearly fewer complaints are 2012, 2013 and 2018. Years from 2022 on are too new to rate fairly yet.
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