2013 GMC SIERRA
3 recalls, 46 complaints - 409 TSBs
13V544000 Oct 30, 2015
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD, Chevrolet Express, and GMC Sierra HD vehicles, and model year 2013 GMC Savana compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles that fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 303 "Fuel System Integrity of C... Read more
Consequence
Text that does not conform to the required labeling size could inhibit fuel tank inspection practices and safe refueling, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
GM will notify owners and will send them a replacement label, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 13365.
13V615000 Dec 11, 2013
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Defect Description
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD vehicles, equipped with 6.6L diesel engines and dual fuel tanks. In the affected vehicles, the transfer pump which moves fuel from the rear tank to the front tank could malfunction and cause t... Read more
Consequence
If the fuel gauge indicates an inaccurate reading it may result in the vehicle unexpectedly stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
General Motors will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel transfer pump, as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. The recall began on May 30, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC at 1-800-462-8782. G... Read more
13V001000 Jan 2, 2013
STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
Defect Description
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT; Chevrolet Avalanche, Express, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, and Tahoe; and GMC Savana, Sierra HD, Sierra LD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles, manufactured between November 7, 2012, throug... Read more
Consequence
As a result, the vehicle may shift from Park with the ignition key removed or the ignition key in the OFF position. The vehicle may also shift out of Park without application of the brake pedal while the key is off. Either of these scenarios may cause the vehicle to roll away after the driver has e... Read more
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected vehicles and replace the steering column as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 21, 2013. Chevrolet owners may call 1-800-630-2438. Cadillac owners may call 1-866-982-2339. GMC owners may call 1-866-996-9463.
Complaint Statistics
46 total complaints
6 crashes 2 fires 10 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 7 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| STEERING | 5 |
| POWER TRAIN | 5 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 4 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 3 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 2 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Oct 12, 2023
Incident date: Dec 15, 2013
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while getting out of the vehicle, the contact heard an abnormal noise when opening the driver's side door. The door was not able to close anymore. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed. The con... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 7, 2022
Incident date: Mar 6, 2022
Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2013 GMC Sierra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags).The contact stated while driving approximately 30-35 mph, the drivers seat and both side air bags deployed without warning or impact. The contact sustained injuries ... Read more
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Oct 12, 2021
Incident date: Oct 12, 2021
2013 GMC SIERRA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TAKATA AIRBAG SAFETY RECALL. THE CONSUMER REFERENCED RECALL N212328790.
STEERING
Mar 29, 2016
Incident date: Sep 19, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS EXTREMELY LOOSE. WHEN DRIVING OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE HEARD FROM THE STEERING COLUMN TO THE STEERING WHEEL. THE CONTACT WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 11V339000 (STEERING). ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 25, 2016
Incident date: Dec 22, 2015
"TAKATA RECALL". CRACKED DASH STATIONARY
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 25, 2016
Incident date: Mar 23, 2016
I HAVE A 2013 SIERRA DENALI HD. I AM VERY OCD WITH THIS VEHICLE AS TO I ONLY DRIVE IT ON WEEK-ENDS, ETC. TRUCK IS STORED IN CLIMATE CONTROLLED GARAGE. JUST TURNED OVER 42K MILES. I HAVE A PROFESSIONAL DETAILING SERVICE DETAIL THIS TRUCK. I PICKED UP MY TRUCK TODAY AND WAS TOLD THAT THEY FOUND A CRAC... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 25, 2016
Incident date: Mar 23, 2016
I HAVE A 2013 SIERRA DENALI HD. I AM VERY OCD WITH THIS VEHICLE AS TO I ONLY DRIVE IT ON WEEK-ENDS, ETC. TRUCK IS STORED IN CLIMATE CONTROLLED GARAGE. JUST TURNED OVER 42K MILES. I HAVE A PROFESSIONAL DETAILING SERVICE DETAIL THIS TRUCK. I PICKED UP MY TRUCK TODAY AND WAS TOLD THAT THEY FOUND A CRAC... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 7, 2016
Incident date: Dec 7, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BOTH AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND THE DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE TECHNICIANS INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE DIESEL RELUCTANT TANK ASSEMBLY WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 5, 2016
Incident date: Nov 7, 2015
CRACKED DASHBOARD
STEERING
May 22, 2015
Incident date: Mar 2, 2015
THE STEERING ON THE PICKUP TRUCK STICKS, LOCKS UP FOR A MOMENT THEN FREES ITSELF. I HAVE BEEN HAVING ON AND OFF ISSUES SINCE BUT THE DEALERSHIP IS ALREADY TRYING TO GET OUT OF ANY RESPONSIBILITY ALREADY STATING THIS IS OUT OF WARRANTY AT THIS DATE. SALT LAKE VALLEY GMC HAS BEEN AWARE OF THE ISSUE ... Read more
TIRES
Feb 5, 2015
Incident date: Dec 9, 2014
FIRST INCIDENT -BFGOODRICH MUD TERRAIN KM2 TIRE TREAD SEPARATED FROM TIRE CAUSING DAMAGE TO RUNNING BOARD ON RIGHT FRONT. WAS ON INTERSTATE GOING ABOUT 55 MPH. SECOND INCIDENT- 1 OF ORIGINAL SET OF 4 IS NOW ON BACK AGAIN ON INTERSTATE GOING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH TIRE SEPARATED AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO R... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 31, 2015
Incident date: Jan 9, 2015
VEHICLE'S VOLT GAUGE READ'S BETWEEN 16 AND 17 VOLT'S. CONSTANTLY. TAKEN TO DEALER AND WAS TOLD AFTER THERE TESTING OF THE SYSTEM ALL READING WERE AT 14.4 TO 14.7 VOLTS. THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE PROBLEM. WHEN LEAVING DEALERSHIP WAITED AFTER STARTING TO WATCH GAUGE AS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. GAUGE ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Jan 21, 2015
Incident date: Jul 15, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE HEADLIGHTS SEIZED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 4,000.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jan 21, 2015
Incident date: Jul 15, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE HEADLIGHTS SEIZED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 4,000.
SERVICE BRAKES
Dec 23, 2014
Incident date: Dec 18, 2014
I OWN A 2013 GMC SIERRA 4WD CREW CAB THAT IS HAVING BRAKING PROBLEMS. I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE ON 05/29/2013 NEW FROM BILL SMITH BUICK-GMC INC. LOCATED IN CULLMAN, AL AS A NEW VEHICLE AND AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE IT HAD 7173 MILES ON IT AS STATED ON THE ODOMETER DISCLOSURE STATEMENT. THE VEHICLE CURR... Read more
Crash
STRUCTURE:BODY
Dec 16, 2014
Incident date: Sep 24, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH, AN ABNORMAL NOISE OF SIMULATING AIR ENTERED THE VEHICLE FROM THE DRIVER SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THREE DIFFERENT DEALERS WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AND FRONT DRIVER SIDE FOAM SEALS NEEDED TO BE R... Read more
STEERING
Nov 5, 2014
Incident date: Nov 4, 2013
I OWN A 2013 GMC SIERRAHD 2500 AND I AM EXPERIENCING POWER STEERING FAILURES. GMC IS REFUSING TO FIX THE PROBLEM BECAUSE THEY CANT FIND IT. GMC ALSO HAS NO PROBLEM PUTTING ME BACK ON THE ROAD IN A DANGEROUS UNSAFE VEHICLE THAT IS STILL UNDER BUMPER TO BUMPER WARRANTY. . THE FIRST EXPERIENCE WAS JUST... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Sep 16, 2014
Incident date: Apr 4, 2014
INITIALLY I FELT THE PROBLEM AS A SLIGHT "MISSING" IN THE ENGINE UNDER VERY LIGHT ACCELERATION BETWEEN 40 MPH AND 55MPH AND MORE PRONOUNCED UNDER CONSTANT THROTTLE GOING UP GRADES ON THE HIGHWAY AT A SPEED OF ~55 MPH (1400-1500 RPM). THE VEHICLE SEEMED TO BE "LUGGING", AND THEN THE RPM WOULD INCREAS... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 17, 2014
Incident date: Aug 1, 2013
NOTICED BACK DOOR OPEN INDICATED ON PANEL, STEPPED OUT WITH VEHICLE IN DRIVE AT A STOP, THEN ONCE OUTSIDE SLIPPED AND VEHICLE KEPT MOVING, HAD TO JUMP BACK INTO VEHICLE AND APPLY BRAKE TO PUT IT INTO PARK, WHY DOESN'T VEHICLE SHUT DOWN ONCE OFF THE SEAT? RIDING LAWN MOWERS DO! *JS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 14, 2014
Incident date: Apr 29, 2014
MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING HOME IN TRAFFIC WHEN A WOMAN DRIVING THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION DECIDED TO PASS A VEHICLE. HE SWERVED TO AVOID A HEAD ON COLLISION WHICH MEANT HE HAD TO GO OFF OF THE ROAD. WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO GET BACK ON THE ROAD THE TRUCK SHOT ACROSS TO THE OTHER SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE DPS OFFIC... Read more
Crash
Fire
1 injured
AIR BAGS
May 14, 2014
Incident date: Apr 29, 2014
MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING HOME IN TRAFFIC WHEN A WOMAN DRIVING THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION DECIDED TO PASS A VEHICLE. HE SWERVED TO AVOID A HEAD ON COLLISION WHICH MEANT HE HAD TO GO OFF OF THE ROAD. WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO GET BACK ON THE ROAD THE TRUCK SHOT ACROSS TO THE OTHER SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE DPS OFFIC... Read more
Crash
Fire
1 injured
ENGINE
Apr 28, 2014
Incident date: Feb 3, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 58 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAITED FIVE MINUTES BEFORE RESTARTING THE VEHICLE AND RESUMED NORMALLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED FOUR TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER W... Read more
STEERING
Apr 22, 2014
Incident date: Sep 5, 2013
POWER STEERING GEAR BOX LEAKS OIL OUT OF FRONT ADJUSTMENT NUT SEAL. AFTER THREE REPLACEMENT GEAR BOXES IT STILL CONTINUALLY LEAKS. THE LAST ATTEMPTED FIX BY A GMC DEALER ENDED WITH POWER STEERING SPRAYING ALL OVER EVERYTHING UNDER HOOD INCLUDING EXHAUST WHICH IS A SIGNIFICANT FIRE HAZARD. ALSO, W... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Apr 8, 2014
Incident date: Apr 7, 2014
ON APRIL 7, 2014, I WAS INVOLVED IN CAR ACCIDENT. MY VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY THROUGH A SOLID GREEN LIGHT WHEN THE OTHER THE VEHICLE MAKING A LEFT TURN TRIED TO SPEED UP TO GET PASS. I SAW THE OTHER THE VEHICLE AND PRESS THE BRAKES HARD BUT THE TRUCK SLID AND HIT THE OTHER VEHICLE. I WA... Read more
Crash
2 injured
AIR BAGS
Apr 8, 2014
Incident date: Apr 7, 2014
ON APRIL 7, 2014, I WAS INVOLVED IN CAR ACCIDENT. MY VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY THROUGH A SOLID GREEN LIGHT WHEN THE OTHER THE VEHICLE MAKING A LEFT TURN TRIED TO SPEED UP TO GET PASS. I SAW THE OTHER THE VEHICLE AND PRESS THE BRAKES HARD BUT THE TRUCK SLID AND HIT THE OTHER VEHICLE. I WA... Read more
Crash
2 injured
STEERING
Apr 5, 2014
Incident date: Mar 20, 2014
I TOOK MY TRUCK IN FOR A GRINDING NOISE THE STEERING RACK WAS MAKING WHEN TURNING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE DEALERSHIP SAID IT WAS A POWER STEERING GEAR, COMMON PROBLEM AND THEY WOULD FIX IT BECAUSE IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY, THEY SOLVED THE PROBLEM. THE ISSUE IS THAT THE RE-MANUFACTURED PART THEY USED LEAKS,... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 23, 2014
Incident date: Nov 17, 2013
WHILE DRIVING IN THE MOUNTAINS, I SWERVED TO MISS AN ANIMAL, TOOK THE DITCH, HIT TWO TREES, SOME BOULDERS AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I WAS TRAVELING AT ABOUT 47 MPH. THE ACCIDENT REPORT SHOWED DAMAGES TO EVERY PART OF THE TRUCK EXCEPT THE ROOF AND TAILGATE. WE HAD A GRILL GUARD INSTALLED AT A G... Read more
Crash
2 injured
POWER TRAIN
Mar 18, 2014
Incident date: Jun 11, 2013
HELLO, THE DATE AND MILEAGE ABOVE IS NOT ACTUAL DATE OF FIRST INCIDENT, BUT IS THE FIRST TIME I TOOK IT IN FOR THE FIRST OIL CHANGE AND VEHICLE INSPECTION WHICH ALSO WAS THE FIRST TIME I COMPLAINED TO THE DEALERSHIP ABOUT THE ISSUE. MY TRANSMISSION SLIPS BETWEEN 2ND AND 3RD GEAR AT LEAST 4 TIMES A M... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 15, 2014
Incident date: Mar 1, 2014
SEVERE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION WHEN BRAKING AT 40 PLUS MPH. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 10, 2014
Incident date: Mar 3, 2014
MICE, RABBITS ETC. CHEWED THROUGH WIRES BECAUSE GMC PUTS PEANUT OIL ON THEIR WIRES. GMC DEALER SAID THEY WOULD FIX WIRES BUT THE PROBLEM WILL PERSIST BECAUSE PEANUT OIL IS BAIT FOR THESE ANIMALS. THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT WAS REPORTED ON A 2012 VEHICLE. THIS COULD CAUSE FIRES ETC AND NEEDS TO BE FIXED... Read more
STRUCTURE
Mar 10, 2014
Incident date: Mar 3, 2014
MICE, RABBITS ETC. CHEWED THROUGH WIRES BECAUSE GMC PUTS PEANUT OIL ON THEIR WIRES. GMC DEALER SAID THEY WOULD FIX WIRES BUT THE PROBLEM WILL PERSIST BECAUSE PEANUT OIL IS BAIT FOR THESE ANIMALS. THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT WAS REPORTED ON A 2012 VEHICLE. THIS COULD CAUSE FIRES ETC AND NEEDS TO BE FIXED... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jan 24, 2014
Incident date: Jan 7, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH AND BECAME INVOLVED IN A SIX VEHICLE CRASH. THE CONTACT'S AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY ON IMPACT. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT END, RIGHT QUART... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 20, 2013
Incident date: Nov 4, 2013
TRUCK IS LEAKING OIL, AND I HAVE A SMALL PUDDLE OH GARAGE FLOOR. BROUGHT TO ORIGINAL SELLING DEALER TO BE CHECKED. THEY CLAIMED THERE WAS A PLUG ON BACK OF ENGINE THAT WAS LEAKING. THEY HAD VEHICLE FOR 3 1/2 DAYS, AND CLAIMED IT WAS FIXED. THEY HAD OVER 1 PAGE OF SEALS, GASKETS, PLUG WERE REPLACED... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Nov 6, 2013
Incident date: Jun 17, 2013
AT THIS OCCURRENCE THE HOOD LATCH DOES NOT KEEP THE HOOD TIGHT WHEN CLOSED. THE HOOD RATTLES AT SPEEDS OVER 35MPH AND APPEARS AS THOUGH IT IS GOING TO OPEN. AS A RESULT OF ATTEMPTING TO SUFFICIENTLY SECURING THE HOOD, I SUBSEQUENTLY DENTED THE HOOD. I HAVE HAD THE BODY DEPARTMENT AT THE LOCAL DEA... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Nov 6, 2013
Incident date: Jun 17, 2013
AT THIS OCCURRENCE THE HOOD LATCH DOES NOT KEEP THE HOOD TIGHT WHEN CLOSED. THE HOOD RATTLES AT SPEEDS OVER 35MPH AND APPEARS AS THOUGH IT IS GOING TO OPEN. AS A RESULT OF ATTEMPTING TO SUFFICIENTLY SECURING THE HOOD, I SUBSEQUENTLY DENTED THE HOOD. I HAVE HAD THE BODY DEPARTMENT AT THE LOCAL DEA... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 5, 2013
Incident date: Nov 1, 2013
VIBRATION IN FRONT BRAKES, WHEN BRAKING AROUND 55 - 60 MPH. *TR
POWER TRAIN
Oct 11, 2013
Incident date: Jul 3, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 GMC SIERRA 1500. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD JERK AND SHIFT IN BETWEEN GEARS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER BUT WAS NOT REPAIRED NOR WAS THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE ... Read more
SEATS
Oct 7, 2013
Incident date: Dec 27, 2012
THE HEAD RESTS OF OUR NEW TRUCK (PURCHASED DEC 2012) PROJECT SO FAR FORWARD THAT IT FORCES MY HEAD TO TILT DOWNWARD. THERE IS NO FORWARD/BACK ADJUSTMENT TO THE HEAD REST, AND TURNING THE HEAD REST BACKWARDS TO MAKE IT BEARABLE MEANS IT NO LONGER WILL SERVE WELL TO PREVENT NECK INJURIES IN A CRASH. ... Read more
1 injured
POWER TRAIN
Oct 6, 2013
Incident date: Apr 1, 2013
THE TRANSMISSION ON THIS VEHICLE SLIPS SOMETIMES BETWEEN 2ND AND 3RD GEAR AND ALSO WHEN PARKED ON A HILL AND PUT INTO DRIVE THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTS LATE INTO 1ST GEAR. *TR
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Sep 3, 2013
Incident date: Sep 3, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND NOTICED A WIND NOISE COMING FROM THE WINDOW. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM, STATING THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OPERATING AS DESIGNED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 30, 2013
Incident date: May 8, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 GMC SIERRA 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED TO 70 MPH. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE BY APPLYING THE BRAKES. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER DID NOT PERFORM A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE DEALER... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 29, 2013
Incident date: Feb 15, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING, THE PARK ASSIST LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 5,000. UPDATED 9/17... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jun 8, 2013
Incident date: Jun 6, 2013
*ISSUE IS WARNING LIGHT AND TONE THAT THE STABILITRAK SYSTEM REQUIRES SERVICING - THIS IS NOT THE STANDARD WARNING LIGHT THAT THE WHEEL TRACTION VARIES* I HAD A 2011 GMC SIERRA WHICH I BROUGHT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP AND CALLED GMC ABOUT FOR 6 ISSUES WITH THE STABILITRAK WARNING LIGHT. EVEN WITH GM... Read more
INTERIOR LIGHTING
Nov 27, 2012
Incident date: Aug 8, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 GMC SIERRA 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD SLOSHING NOISE OF FUEL COMING FROM THE FUEL TANK. IMMEDIATELY WHEN THE SOUND EMITTED A VIOLENT AND FORCEFUL MOVEMENT FROM THE EXTERIOR RE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 27, 2012
Incident date: Aug 8, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 GMC SIERRA 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD SLOSHING NOISE OF FUEL COMING FROM THE FUEL TANK. IMMEDIATELY WHEN THE SOUND EMITTED A VIOLENT AND FORCEFUL MOVEMENT FROM THE EXTERIOR RE... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Oct 26, 2012
Incident date: Aug 3, 2012
UPON LOW SPEED PANIC STOPPING WITH THE FUEL GAUGE READING 3/4 OF A TANK AND BELOW, THERE IS A VIOLENT/NOTICEABLE BUMP. LIKE BEING REARENDED AT LOW SPEED. IT IS A SITUATION THAT GM HAS A BULLETIN OUT ON #PIT5161 OR DOC ID:2851139 FOR THE 2007-2012 CHEV. SILVERADO AND GMC SIERRA P/U WITH THE 34 OR 36... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2013 GMC SIERRA
409 manufacturer communications from 249 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 36 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 25 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 24 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 21 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 19 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 17 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 14 |
| 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 11 |
03-03-10-007J
Jul 19, 2017
190000 TIRES
This informational bulletin provides information on the temporary tire flat spotting condition.
06-03-09-004H
Jul 17, 2017
022140 SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to lube the rear leaf springs on vehicles with the condition of a squeak noise originating from the rear of the vehicle.
PIT5161E
Feb 8, 2017
071000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a bump feel or clunk noise at a stop or on launch. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating
PIT3665E
Jan 31, 2017
031000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its own at a full turn.
PIP3119N
Jan 12, 2017
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on at low mileage. Technician may find Diagnostic
PIP3119N
Jan 12, 2017
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on at low mileage. Technician may find Diagnostic
PIP3119N
Jan 12, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on at low mileage. Technician may find Diagnostic
16-NA-222
Jul 11, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES THE TECHNICIAN WITH WHAT MAY HAPPEN TO AN ENGINE DUE TO LACK OF MAINTENANCE.
15-08-42-001A
May 13, 2016
120000 LIGHTING (PWS)
THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON EXTERIOR LIGHTING COMPONENTS THAT HAVE BEEN TINTED OR SMOKED BY AN OUTSIDE VENDOR AND GENERAL MOTORS POSITION ON ALTERING THESE COMPONENTS.
PIT-5338-A
Apr 4, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THAT THE PART RESTRICTION FOR THE ACCESSORY DC POWER CONTROL MODULE AND THE SEAL KIT HAS ENDED.
PIT-5338-A
Apr 4, 2016
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THAT THE PART RESTRICTION FOR THE ACCESSORY DC POWER CONTROL MODULE AND THE SEAL KIT HAS ENDED.
PIT4597E
Mar 1, 2016
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with the additional steps that are needed to help perform a successful brake bleed on the 2-Mode Hybrid with Regular Production Option Code HP2. With a battery maintainer in
PIT4597E
Mar 1, 2016
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with the additional steps that are needed to help perform a successful brake bleed on the 2-Mode Hybrid with Regular Production Option Code HP2. With a battery maintainer in
PIP5276F
Mar 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary Information communication provides steps the technician will uses to diagnose and repair vehicles that have low oil pressure after an oil change with the engine Regular Production Option Code L20, L77, L94, L96, L99, L9H, L
PIT4989B
Mar 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with a list of modules to check for communication with the scan tool, if the navigation radio does not display the current Hybrid mode. Dealer will use a scan tool to check
PIC5953A
Feb 23, 2016
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have an issue when using Bluetooth voice recognition with an iPhone. Technician should work with the customer to insure the phone cont
PIP5226A
Feb 11, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ABOUT FINDING NEEDLE BEARINGS DURING AN OIL CHANGE. TECHNICIAN WILL GAIN ACCESS TO THE ROLLER ROCKERS TO INSPECT THEM. ONLY REPLACE THE ROLLER ROCKER THAT IS
PIP5104B
Feb 9, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ABOUT VEHICLES THAT MAY HAVE A COLD ENGINE TICK NOISE FOR 50 SECONDS AT START UP. TECHNICIAN DETERMINES IF THE TICK NOISE IS POSSIBLY COMING FROM THE EXHAUST
03-08-46-004R
Jan 27, 2016
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This informational bulletin provides information on Part Restriction and Ordering Process Information for OnStar Vehicle Communication Interface Modules (VCIM) (GMNA Only)
03-08-46-004R
Jan 27, 2016
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This informational bulletin provides information on Part Restriction and Ordering Process Information for OnStar Vehicle Communication Interface Modules (VCIM) (GMNA Only)
PI0639C
Jan 25, 2016
010000 STEERING
This preliminary informational bulletin provides a procedure to apply dielectric grease and a piece of adhesive shim stock to the steering angle sensor connector to correct a condition of service stabilitak message displayed in DIC and DTC
PI0639C
Jan 25, 2016
016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
This preliminary informational bulletin provides a procedure to apply dielectric grease and a piece of adhesive shim stock to the steering angle sensor connector to correct a condition of service stabilitak message displayed in DIC and DTC
16-NA-011
Jan 19, 2016
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to update your apple product to the latest software version to correct a condition of infotainment system will not return to media after bluetooth call ends
16-NA-011
Jan 19, 2016
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to update your apple product to the latest software version to correct a condition of infotainment system will not return to media after bluetooth call ends
13-02-32-001D
Jan 19, 2016
015000 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to flush and bleed the power steering system to correct a condition of power steering noise or fluid leak from power steering pump, gear or high pressure hose during extreme low temperature condi
06-06-01-010C
Jan 14, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This informational bulletin provides information on close coupled converters and there affect on newly installed engines or engines during there break in period.
05-08-51-001H
Jan 7, 2016
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
This informational bulletin provides information on removing paint stains on the under side of protective shipping film
PI1344B
Nov 6, 2015
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Some customers may comment that the vehicle has reduced acceleration at low speed and/or transmission is slipping from a launch. Technicians may find DTC P0751 set or stored in history. This condition may be caused by the Clutch Select S
15-00-89-005
Aug 18, 2015
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This warranty administration bulletin provides dealership personnel with policy and procedure requirements for essential tools that include consumable parts (U.S. Only).
10-08-110-001D
Aug 6, 2015
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This informational bulletin provides information on the proper use of GM floor mats.
00-06-01-026G
Aug 4, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This informational bulletin provides information to technicians regarding intake manifold inspection/replacement after severe internal engine damage.
07-00-89-037H
Aug 3, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
PIP-5276-E
Aug 1, 2015
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
CADILLAC/CHEVROLET/GMC: ON SOME VEHICLES AND/OR TRUCKS, INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WILL ILLUMINATE, AFTER AN OIL CHANGE, INDICATING LOW OIL PRESSURE AND/OR SES LAMP WILL ILLUMINATE. MODEL 2007-13 CANYON, SIERRA, SAVANA, YUKON, CTS-V, ESCALADE, AV
PIP-5276-E
Aug 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
CADILLAC/CHEVROLET/GMC: ON SOME VEHICLES AND/OR TRUCKS, INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WILL ILLUMINATE, AFTER AN OIL CHANGE, INDICATING LOW OIL PRESSURE AND/OR SES LAMP WILL ILLUMINATE. MODEL 2007-13 CANYON, SIERRA, SAVANA, YUKON, CTS-V, ESCALADE, AV
PIP-5088-C
Aug 1, 2015
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
GMC/CHEVROLET: TO ASSIST ENGINEERING PRODUCT FEEDBACK, PARTS FOR DURAMAX DIESEL ENGINE, HAS BEEN PLACED ON RESTRICTIONS, BY PRODUCT QUALITY CENTER (PQC). MODEL 2010-16 DURAMAX. *PE
PIT5442
Jul 9, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician of an engine power reduced message on the driver information center after performing the Canada Onstar? 4G upgrade. If the concern is present park the vehicle
PIT5442
Jul 9, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician of an engine power reduced message on the driver information center after performing the Canada Onstar? 4G upgrade. If the concern is present park the vehicle
07-06-04-019E
Jun 23, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This technical bulletin provides repair information for repairing the IP to body harness connector to correct a customer concern for intermittent Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated with Reduced Engine Power displayed and DTC P21
07-06-04-019E
Jun 23, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This technical bulletin provides repair information for repairing the IP to body harness connector to correct a customer concern for intermittent Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated with Reduced Engine Power displayed and DTC P21
02-00-89-002O
Jun 22, 2015
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on when and how to submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).
99-00-89-019M
Jun 12, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This informational bulletin provides dealership personnel with Global Warranty Management (GWM), Warranty Parts Center (WPC), and Parts Return Program information.
15-08-44-001C
Jun 11, 2015
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This informational bulletin provides information on a GM of Canada OnStar? cellular communication upgrade.
PI-1360
Jun 1, 2015
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
GMC/CADILLAC/CHEVROLET: AFTER POSITIONING SHIFT LEVER INTO PARK, IT FAILS TO HOLD AND VEHICLE ROLLS WHEN BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED. MODEL 2013-15. ATS, CTS, ESCALADE, AVALANCHE, CAMARO, CORVETTE, EXPRESS, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE, SAVANA
PIP-5069-A
Jun 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
CHEVROLET/GMC: WHEN AMBIENT TEMPERATURE REACHES 103F OR GREATER AND ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THERE IS A LACK OF POWER FROM ENGINE. MODEL 2010-14 AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE, SIERRA, YUKON. *PE
05-06-04-035E
May 27, 2015
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
This informational bulletin provides dealership personnel with information on flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) and the usage of E85 fuel in GM vehicles.
15-00-89-004A
May 22, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This informational bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered seepage.
00-06-01-026F
May 21, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This informational bulletin provides information to technicians regarding intake manifold inspection/replacement after severe internal engine damage.
15-08-44-001B
May 15, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This informational bulletin provides information on a GM of Canada OnStar? cellular communication upgrade.
15-08-44-001B
May 15, 2015
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This informational bulletin provides information on a GM of Canada OnStar? cellular communication upgrade.
PIC4310L
Apr 17, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Tech
PIC4310L
Apr 17, 2015
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Tech
05-08-46-009D
Mar 31, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This informational bulletin adds the 2014 and 2015 model years to information of a language change for OnStar System (U.S. and Canada only).
13-08-116-001B
Mar 26, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
The intent of this technical bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
12-07-30-001E
Mar 26, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This informational bulletin provides information on the Product Quality Center (PQC) assembly replacement process for Service Agents not required to contact PQC prior to assembly replacement.
00-05-22-002O
Mar 24, 2015
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This informational bulletin provides technicians with a brake lathe calibration procedure.
13-00-89-008A
Mar 16, 2015
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
This informational bulletin communicates GM wiring repair strategy information.
PI1440
Mar 16, 2015
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
This preliminary informational bulletin provides technicians with diagnostic tips for a customer concern of odor emanating from HVAC system.
09-00-89-016D
Mar 10, 2015
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This warranty administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies and the warranty claims submission procedures that support Labor Operation 0600014 - Suspected Tampering or Vehicle Modifications.
04-00-89-015J
Mar 10, 2015
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This warranty administration bulletin communicates GM required operating procedures (U.S. only) for service operations.
12-06-01-008B
Mar 9, 2015
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This informational bulletin provides dealership personnel information on unscheduled supplemental services (including flushing services and additives) and proper use of GM simplified maintenance schedules (Canada only).
15-00-90-001
Mar 6, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This informational bulletin provides technicians with diagnostic tips for preventing oil leaks after changing oil and filter.
02-07-30-029X
Mar 4, 2015
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This informational bulletin provides information on the PQC assembly replacement process - for dealers required to contact PQC prior to replacing an assembly (U.S. and Canada only).
15-08-44-001
Mar 2, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This informational bulletin provides information on a GM of Canada OnStar? cellular communication upgrade.
04-06-04-051D
Feb 20, 2015
073000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
This informational bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors.
09-03-09-001C
Feb 13, 2015
020000 SUSPENSION
This technical bulletin provides repair information for the re-torque of leaf spring bolts to correct a customer concern for a clunking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle.
09-03-09-001C
Feb 13, 2015
021240 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
This technical bulletin provides repair information for the re-torque of leaf spring bolts to correct a customer concern for a clunking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle.
09-03-09-001C
Feb 13, 2015
022140 SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
This technical bulletin provides repair information for the re-torque of leaf spring bolts to correct a customer concern for a clunking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle.
PIT5264C
Feb 13, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are travelling from Canada to the United States. While in the United States they are unable to receive Turn-by-Turn directions. Due to the
PIT5264C
Feb 13, 2015
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are travelling from Canada to the United States. While in the United States they are unable to receive Turn-by-Turn directions. Due to the
09-03-09-001B
Feb 12, 2015
020000 SUSPENSION
This technical bulletin provides repair information for the re-torque of leaf spring bolts to correct a customer concern for a clunking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle.
09-03-09-001B
Feb 12, 2015
021240 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
This technical bulletin provides repair information for the re-torque of leaf spring bolts to correct a customer concern for a clunking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle.
09-03-09-001B
Feb 12, 2015
022140 SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
This technical bulletin provides repair information for the re-torque of leaf spring bolts to correct a customer concern for a clunking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle.
PI1360A
Feb 11, 2015
050000 PARKING BRAKE
This preliminary informational bulletin provides diagnosis and repair information to correct a customer concern of alleged no park or vehicle rolls in park or park will not hold.
PI1360A
Feb 11, 2015
052310 PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE:HYDRAULIC:ACTUATOR
This preliminary informational bulletin provides diagnosis and repair information to correct a customer concern of alleged no park or vehicle rolls in park or park will not hold.
05-00-89-055E
Feb 9, 2015
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This warranty administration bulletin provides information to clarify proper transaction administration of GM Dealer Empowerment Program and Goodwill Cases.
PI1018A
Feb 5, 2015
116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
This preliminary informational bulletin adds the 2015 model year to repair information on correcting a customer concern of poor, limited, reduced Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or Remote Vehicle Start (RVS) range.
PI1018A
Feb 5, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This preliminary informational bulletin adds the 2015 model year to repair information on correcting a customer concern of poor, limited, reduced Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or Remote Vehicle Start (RVS) range.
PIP4568R
Jan 21, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that some vehicles may have a Service Engine Soon lamp, engine misfire on cylinder 1, 4, 6, or 7 and/or tick noise. Technician will follow service information
PIT3271G
Jan 15, 2015
190000 TIRES
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed fo
PIT3271G
Jan 15, 2015
200000 WHEELS
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed fo
PIC4310K
Jan 14, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Tech
PIC4310K
Jan 14, 2015
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Tech
PIC3278F
Jan 14, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician the steps needed to diagnose and repair the vehicles that may have unwanted or phantom phone calls. Technician will need to determine what type of call the cu
14-00-89-003A
Oct 30, 2014
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This information for Warranty administration - Changes the Service Policy and Procedures Section 1.6.2.11 and now is refered to Article 3.2.9 of the 1st addition manual for details of Technician Identification and Accounting of Labor Time
06-08-43-003E
Oct 23, 2014
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
This informational bulletin explains how to care for wiper blades.
07-08-49-020I
Oct 17, 2014
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This informational bulletin provides a quick guide to updating which model vehicle after replacing the IPC.
04-00-89-015H
Oct 16, 2014
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information of the JOB CARD, for a repair on vehicles and what is acceptable - customer authorization; Service manager approvals and transaction authorization; Details of concern, cause a
PI1098A
Oct 13, 2014
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
This preliminary bulletin provides a procedure on how to cold crank test a battery in a vehicle.
PI1098A
Oct 13, 2014
116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
This preliminary bulletin provides a procedure on how to cold crank test a battery in a vehicle.
08-08-44-015E
Oct 6, 2014
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This informational bulletin provides information on Inappropriate Warranty Claims Submitted for Damaged Radios and IPCs
08-08-44-015E
Oct 6, 2014
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This informational bulletin provides information on Inappropriate Warranty Claims Submitted for Damaged Radios and IPCs
04-06-04-047M
Oct 6, 2014
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This informational bulletin states that it no longer valid and refers to a new bulletin.
PIP5204B
Sep 29, 2014
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Diesel Oxidation Converter part numbers 15231895, 22768282, 22770967, 22887212, 22893734 and 22977171 will be placed on a parts restriction through the General Motor
PIP5204C
Sep 29, 2014
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Diesel Oxidation Converter part numbers 15231895, 22768282, 22770967, 22887212, 22893734 and 22977171 will be placed on a parts restriction through the General Motor
PIP5204C
Sep 29, 2014
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Diesel Oxidation Converter part numbers 15231895, 22768282, 22770967, 22887212, 22893734 and 22977171 will be placed on a parts restriction through the General Motor
PIP5204B
Sep 29, 2014
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Diesel Oxidation Converter part numbers 15231895, 22768282, 22770967, 22887212, 22893734 and 22977171 will be placed on a parts restriction through the General Motor
PIT5059B
Sep 23, 2014
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the roof beacon switch. The roof beacon switch will be left disconnected from the assembly plant. When a roof beacon light is added technician will need
PIT5059B
Sep 23, 2014
162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the roof beacon switch. The roof beacon switch will be left disconnected from the assembly plant. When a roof beacon light is added technician will need
PIT5059B
Sep 23, 2014
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the roof beacon switch. The roof beacon switch will be left disconnected from the assembly plant. When a roof beacon light is added technician will need
PIP5085C
Sep 15, 2014
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician may find a P0420, P24A0 and/or P2463 set. Technician should use published Service Informa
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, GMC SIERRA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP96009
Opened: Jun 18, 1996 , Closed: Dec 3, 1996
FLEX FAN FAILURE
JOSEPH E. WALLEN OF AMDURSKY, PELKY, FENNELL & WALLEN, P.C., REPRESENTING MR. BRADFORD BUTLER, PETITIONED THE AGENCY TO INVESTIGATE WHETHER THE FLEX FAN BLADES (PART NUMBER 336032) MANUFACTURED BY CANADIAN FRAM ARE ALLEGED DEFECTIVE WITHIN THE MEANING OF 49 U.S.C. CHAPTER 301.MR. BUTLER WAS SERIOUS ... Read more
GMC SIERRA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the GMC SIERRA across all model years (1988, 2016).
130
Total Recalls
4,904
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
344
Reported Crashes
81
Reported Fires
28
Reported Deaths
GMC SIERRA - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 0 | 77 | View |
| 2016 | 2 | 8 | View |
| 2015 | 6 | 67 | View |
| 2014 | 12 | 132 | View |
| 2013 (current) | 3 | 46 | |
| 2012 | 2 | 46 | View |
| 2011 | 2 | 67 | View |
| 2010 | 1 | 43 | View |
| 2009 | 1 | 48 | View |
| 2008 | 2 | 84 | View |
| 2007 | 2 | 71 | View |
| 2006 | 6 | 65 | View |
| 2005 | 11 | 152 | View |
| 2004 | 10 | 224 | View |
| 2003 | 9 | 248 | View |
| 2002 | 7 | 291 | View |
| 2001 | 7 | 333 | View |
| 2000 | 12 | 557 | View |
| 1999 | 9 | 721 | View |
| 1998 | 0 | 230 | View |
| 1997 | 0 | 302 | View |
| 1996 | 2 | 310 | View |
| 1995 | 6 | 327 | View |
| 1994 | 3 | 221 | View |
| 1993 | 3 | 109 | View |
| 1992 | 4 | 33 | View |
| 1991 | 2 | 12 | View |
| 1990 | 2 | 30 | View |
| 1989 | 2 | 22 | View |
| 1988 | 2 | 6 | View |
| 1987 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 1983 | 0 | 5 | View |
| 1982 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1977 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 1976 | 0 | 2 | View |