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GMC Sierra 1500 Reviews

Owner Reviews

5(48%)
4(7%)
3(3%)
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Valve lifter problem
3 out of 5 stars
Rod, 09/03/2021
2021 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 5.8 ft. SB (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
I have a 2021 GMC 5.3L w/10spd transmission. I pull a 21’ cargo trailer w/2 Polaris Trail Rzr’s. Yesterday at 13,800 miles the valve lifter on #5 cylinder went out. We were 80 miles from home in the middle of no-where. We limped home. The truck is beautiful, pulls great and gets good mileage, but GM should let customers know about this kind of potential problem. The dealer told me … today that it could take a month to get parts and get it fixed. I need the truck almost every day, but now I walk for a month! NOT HAPPY! I’ve been a GMC customer for 35 years and bought north of 17 new pickups. Never had this problem. When this is fixed I will have to look at other brands.
Pieces flew off driving down highway
2 out of 5 stars
Emily , 07/24/2023
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB 5.8 ft. SB (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
We bought this car in November 2021, it arrived 7 mos later without any rush, updates or concerns from GMC other than “Covid”. My husband was driving down the highway when the top finish piece of the grill just flew off. Not a huge deal we thought- well GMC will not just sell you a replacement plastic piece- they want you to purchase a whole new grill. This is the top plastic strip at … the top of the grill you see in pictures. Without it, screws are exposed and it worries my husband to wash it and dump water or soap on it. He called the dealership was quoted 1100 over the phone for a new grill- because they won’t just fix the strip- and arrived for his appointment this morning to discover after an hour of “confusion” by staff that in summer of 2023- a year after receiving it, it was “out of warranty” , he would have to pay for it in full, and 2 days later the “price had gone up” to $1600. We are due for a new family vehicle next month, and will be purchasing a Toyota Sequoia instead of a Yukon based on this poor customer care and cheaply made vehicle. You can search your local Facebook listings as we have and see many others who have faced the same problem. What a shame that GMC is so greedy it can’t value its loyal customers and replace parts that were poorly designed to begin with- you would expect more for a +$80,000 price tag. Highway robbery. Will not keep this one for long- if pieces are flying off on the interstate for years, we would rather trade it in for a different vehicle before more start coming off. We bought this truck because we thought it would be safe and reliable while he travels on the road often for a living across multiple states and uses it on his farm as well. I suppose GMC is content with their trucks looking like you know what on the roads and in parking lots because they are too cheap to properly remedy their own design flaw. No thank you.
Bad engine design
1 out of 5 stars
Kraig Monroe, 05/12/2021
2021 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 6.6 ft. SB (5.3L 8cyl 10A)
My 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 had to have new lifters and push rods put in at 3600 miles then again at 5200 miles had the same problem waiting on dealership and General Motors to get back with me.I think they should buy back this truck in my opinion nobody should have this problem with a brand new truck purchased in January 2021.steelworker96@gmail.com
Broke down at 1,236 miles
1 out of 5 stars
Let down, 01/16/2021
2021 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 6.6 ft. SB (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 10A)
Bought a 2021 AT4 with 3.0L Duramax. Ordered it and waited 4 months for it to arrive. Love the ride & engine. Had to be towed to dealer with 1,236 miles due to a "transmission module issue." Been 3 days haven't heard back. Think transmission might've blown. Wouldn't go in reverse, would go into reverse position but wouldn't move. Engine power was reduced & check engine light came on. The … 10 speed transmission was supposed to be solid.... be cautious
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500, so we've included reviews for other years of the Sierra 1500 since its last redesign.

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Safety

Our experts like the Sierra 1500 models:

Forward Collision Alert
Sounds an alert and flashes a light when the system detects a possible front crash.
Lane Keep Assist
Detects when the vehicle is drifting from its lane and gently steers it back toward the center.
Low-Speed Forward Automatic Braking
Automatically applies the brakes when the system detects an impending front crash at low speeds.


FAQ

Is the GMC Sierra 1500 a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2022 Sierra 1500 both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.7 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2022 Sierra 1500 gets an average rating of 3 stars out of 5 (based on 66 reviews) And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a GMC Sierra 1500. Learn more

What's new in the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500:

  • Updated interior design with larger center touchscreen
  • Newly available Super Cruise semi-automated driving system
  • New AT4X and Denali Ultimate trim levels
  • Part of the fourth Sierra 1500 generation introduced for 2019
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Is the GMC Sierra 1500 reliable?

To determine whether the GMC Sierra 1500 is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Sierra 1500. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Sierra 1500's 3-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2022 Sierra 1500 and gave it a 7.7 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2022 Sierra 1500 gets an average rating of 3 stars out of 5 (based on 66 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2022 Sierra 1500 is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500?

The least-expensive 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 is the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Pro 4dr Crew Cab 5.8 ft. SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $41,100.

Other versions include:

  • Pro 4dr Crew Cab 5.8 ft. SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $41,100
  • Pro 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 5.8 ft. SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $44,400
  • Pro 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 6.6 ft. SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $44,700
  • SLE 4dr Crew Cab 5.8 ft. SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $49,060
  • Elevation 4dr Crew Cab 5.8 ft. SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $50,900
  • SLT 4dr Crew Cab 5.8 ft. SB (5.3L 8cyl 10A) which starts at $52,200
  • SLE 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 5.8 ft. SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $52,360
  • SLE 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 6.6 ft. SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $52,660
  • Elevation 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 5.8 ft. SB w/3VL (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $52,700
  • Elevation 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 5.8 ft. SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $54,200
  • Elevation 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 6.6 ft. SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $54,500
  • SLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 5.8 ft. SB (5.3L 8cyl 10A) which starts at $55,300
  • SLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 6.6 ft. SB (5.3L 8cyl 10A) which starts at $55,800
  • AT4 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 5.8 ft. SB (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 10A) which starts at $62,500
  • Denali 4dr Crew Cab 5.8 ft. SB (5.3L 8cyl 10A) which starts at $62,800
  • AT4 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 6.6 ft. SB (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 10A) which starts at $62,800
  • Denali 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 5.8 ft. SB (5.3L 8cyl 10A) which starts at $66,100
  • Denali 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 6.6 ft. SB (5.3L 8cyl 10A) which starts at $66,600
  • AT4X 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB 5.8 ft. SB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) which starts at $76,500
  • Denali Ultimate 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 5.8 ft. SB (6.2L 8cyl 10A) which starts at $81,900
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What are the different models of GMC Sierra 1500?

If you're interested in the GMC Sierra 1500, the next question is, which Sierra 1500 model is right for you? Sierra 1500 variants include Pro 4dr Crew Cab 5.8 ft. SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A), Pro 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 5.8 ft. SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A), Pro 4dr Crew Cab 4WD 6.6 ft. SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A), and SLE 4dr Crew Cab 5.8 ft. SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A). For a full list of Sierra 1500 models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more