GMC Sierra problems
0 safety recalls. 575 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 GMC SIERRA 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO BRAKE, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOORBOARD. ALSO, THE ABS, CHECK ENGINE, BRAKE, AND DIFFERENTIAL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE SERVICE TRAILER…
THE VEHICLE IS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION - 35,000 APPROXIMATE MILES WITH A EBCM MODULE REPAIR NEEDED IN ORDER TO REPAIR IT TO A LEVEL THAT MEETS FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS OF AT MINIMUM S5.3 NO.126 & S5.1 NO. 135 - I BELIEVE THIS VEHICLE SHOULD HAVE BEEN/SHOULD BE…
Incident 12/29/2024 while making a stop at a Stop sign while making a left turn steering wheel broke free with no resistance what so ever??? Turned off the vehicle opened the hood discovered the intermediate steering shafts had separated??? retaining bolt missing causing shafts…
WHEN BACKING UP IN THE DARK THE BACKUP CAMERA GOES TO FULL BRIGHTNESS AND IS VERY DISORIENTING AND MAKES USING YOU MIRRORS VERY DIFFICULT SINCE YOUR EYES ARE ADJUSTED TO THE DARK. USING THE BACKUP CAMERA SCREEN IS USELESS DUE TO HOW BRIGHT IT IS. HAPPENS WHEN VEHICLE IS…
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Common questions
Is the 2019 GMC Sierra reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 575 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 GMC Sierra is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
What's the most common problem on the 2019 GMC Sierra?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 201 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The engine is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my GMC Sierra has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2019 GMC Sierra?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 575 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $3,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.