2019 GMC Sierra 1500
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Engine is the leading concern among 645 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 3rd highest complaint count among 26 Sierra 1500 model years with reports.
Of the 2019 reports, 13 involved a crash and 3 involved a fire. 12 people were injured.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Tires, temporary/emergency spare tireDec 16, 2021
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.
An ABS system that does not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.
Dealers will provide a new 17" spare tire and wheel assembly that is compatible with the accessory wheels, free of charge. Dealers will also apply a new spare tire information label, and provide owners with an owner's manual insert clarifying which spare tire to use with the accessory road tires and with the 17" original tires. Owner notification letters were mailed February 7, 2022. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212346510.
Campaign 21V985000 on NHTSA.gov
TiresJun 3, 2021
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.
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. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 25, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212336230.
Campaign 21V423000 on NHTSA.gov
TiresFeb 25, 2021
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.
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. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
Campaign 21V115000 on NHTSA.gov
Seat beltsDec 17, 2020
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.
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.
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. The recall began January 26, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202314670.
Campaign 20V792000 on NHTSA.gov
Power train, driveline, driveshaftOct 22, 2020
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.
If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of crash.
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N202314870.
Campaign 20V650000 on NHTSA.gov
Service brakes, hydraulic, power assistJan 30, 2020
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."
A loss of electronic brake assist can increase the risk of a crash.
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began February 24, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192268091.
Campaign 20V055000 on NHTSA.gov
Service brakes, hydraulic, antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, abs warning lightDec 12, 2019
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."
If the driver operates the vehicle unaware that ESC and ABS are not functioning, there is an increased risk of a crash.
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192268090.
Campaign 19V889000 on NHTSA.gov
Electrical system, 12v/24v/48v battery, cablesDec 12, 2019
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.
An intermittent electrical connection between the B+ battery cable and the alternator could cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash. The intermittent connection could also lead to electrical arcing, which could generate sufficient heat to damage surrounding material, increasing the risk of a fire.
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. If arcing has damaged the cable, nut, or alternator, the dealer will replace the damaged components. All services will be performed free of charge. GM issued owners an interim notification on February 4, 2020. GM issued second notice and the recall began March 9, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192273510.
Campaign 19V888000 on NHTSA.gov
Seat belts, pretensionerNov 14, 2019
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.
A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
GM will notify owners, and dealers will close off the opening in the pretensioner bracket, free of charge. The recall began December 13, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192270600.
Campaign 19V814000 on NHTSA.gov
Air bags, frontal, passenger side, inflator moduleDec 6, 2018
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.
In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate properly can increase the risk of injury.
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N182198820.
Campaign 18V868000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints
645 reports, newest first.
Engine, May 1, 2025
I was driving my truck from lunch and out no where the truck stalled and did crank back had it towed to the dealership and said needed new engine because the timing had jump..
Engine, Apr 30, 2025
Trucks engine died going down the interstate no warning lights just died. Had it towed to the GM dealer where they told me the engine failed and the oil pan was full of metal. This was after I spent $5000 at the same dealer repairing it because it wouldn’t start. It’s at Ross downing gmc in Hammond Louisiana now for the 2nd week.
Engine, Apr 30, 2025
My gmc truck was stopped on a red light on a city street and suddenly the engine just shuts off, I have to restart the truck. This is not the first time that it did that. I can't imagine if this does happen on the freeway.
Engine and engine cooling, Apr 30, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormally loud sound and was shaking abnormal. The vehicle lost motive power and failed to restart. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence, and the battery was replaced, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who determined that lifter #7 had no compression and that the crankshaft was bent. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic, who also determined that the crankshaft was bent and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 106,000 .
Engine, Apr 30, 2025
Engine failure and loss off control resulting in me almost getting into an accident from lifter problem identification from a certified mechanic. Resulting in a $4100 repair
Engine, Apr 30, 2025
I was experiencing rough gear shifting jumps and low power/acceleration but it was spotty and not continuous. While I was traveling on cruise control, my truck started misfiring. Once I got home the whole truck was shaking in place. I popped the hood and noticed the engine itself was shaking on the motor mounts. On the way to the mechanic, several lights (including check engine light) came on (the codes thrown were P0300-P0308). The mechanic attempted to clean the fuel injectors (that were replaced 30k miles go due to failure as well), but that did not solve the misfire. I was told the cylinder was dead, and upon inspection of the oil filter there were metal shavings throughout it and the engine, as well as a bent cam shaft. All symptoms and issues I've experience, which resulted in a complete engine swap, are similar to those of the 2021-2024 GMC Sierra 6.2L engines that were just recalled. I would like to know how many other 2019-2020 5.3L engines have had failure before 90k due to similar issues and if there is a larger concern here.
Engine, Apr 30, 2025
Engine failed while driving on the interstate. No warning lights and no known mechanical issues. Dealership maintained vehicle. Towed to nearest GMC dealership to be inspected and repaired. Tech told me before looking at it that it was probably an engine failure. He disclosed that my model engine was problematic and engine failure was common. He was right. My family could have been killed had I not been able to guide a powerless vehicle off the road out of traffic. A replacement engine was quoted for 15k. However GM did not have any and no eta on when they would. A used engine with 80,000 miles and only a 12,000 miles warranty was offered for 11k. I could afford neither as I’m still paying 1k a month for the vehicle. They are recalling vehicles with the same engine but only back to 2021. I’ve spent over 15k to get my truck back functional. I believe good morning should be held accountable. This known issue was never disclosed to me pre purchase or I would not have paid 80k for a truck to last only 120,000 miles
Engine, Apr 30, 2025
While driving on the interstate and picking up speed from 50mph, the vehicle suddenly shuts off without any warnings and causing a safety issue of stopping immediately in traffic in the middle of the expressway.
Engine, Apr 29, 2025
Engine 6.2 liter needed to be replaced. Connecting rod and the engine froze up.
Engine, Apr 29, 2025
Engine issues at 35000 37000and failure at 65000 miles V8 6.2 L engine. Cans and lifters replaced at $6100 GM refused to cover. Car immediately traded in for 2024 Silverado same occurrence on exit ramp 15000 miles engine replaced this year under warranty. Would like recall extended warranty to 2019 or before and be reimbursed for $6100 at a minimum
Engine, Apr 29, 2025
2019 gmc sierra 5.3L engine had lifters collapse at 81k miles causing internal damage and forcing the dealership to have to replace the engine at my cost-have heard there have been many folks with the same issues
Power train, Other or unspecified, Apr 29, 2025
Bought used 2019 Denali Oct 2024 with 41 k miles on it. 1200 miles later started feeling vibration under load on highway. Took to dealership and they said I needed to replace torque converter. After that the transmission went out during test drive. Then waited 45 days for new transmission to find out the unit was defective. Now we’re going on 5 months and the truck still waiting on a replacement transmission. GM hasn’t acknowledged any of my complaints about this and said that they’re doing the best they can for me and is going to award me 10000 reward points for future use! What a joke! 5. months to replace a transmission? GM has completely failed its consumers, at least this one!
Engine and engine cooling, Engine, Apr 28, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed and approaching a stop, the vehicle lost motive power. There was an abnormal exhaust odor and smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. The engine and fuel lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer and was diagnosed with a misfire in cylinder #5, and the exhaust lifters and camshaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
Electrical system, Structure, Seats, Apr 27, 2025
Rear sliding glass window is leaking water around the exterior frame. This is addressed in TSB 18-NA-383 but not covered under any warranty. My rear seats and carpet are becoming wet. I am concerned about the possibility of mold and an electrical short/fire resulting from water intrusion. There are many reports and discussions on the internet regarding this issue. Full window replacement estimated at $1300. Patchwork repair with caulk is estimated at $600 with no guarantees of success. I would expect GMC to cover the replacement of the rear glass in kind and remedy any other damage to my vehicle due to water intrusion into the cabin area.
Engine, Apr 26, 2025
I was driving back from getting breakfast and the truck started to smoke and the truck just shut off on the street. As soon as the truck shut off, I received an alert on the dash that told me not to exceed a certain speed, but the truck was not moving at the time. I tried to restart the truck and I received another alert that said to put the truck in neutral and I ended up having to push the truck to a safe space. I call a tow truck to take the vehicle to the dealership for evaluation. I later spoke with the representative at the dealership and she told me that my 6.2L V8 engine had seized up. She could not tell me why it happened.
Engine, Fuel/propulsion system, Apr 25, 2025
While driving My 2019 GMC Sierra I heard a loud Bang And lots of Misfires. The vehicle immediately slowed on its own causing me to pull off the road and endanger myself and traffic around me. Engine light came on and the traction control light was flashing. The Vehicle was brought to Dealer where they Diagnosed the problem all lifter rods were frozen and the cam shaft was cracked. The Dealer has the affected parts.The vehicle was in the repair shop for over two weeks and close to 7,000.00 in repairs.
Visibility/wiper, Apr 21, 2025
Rear powersliding window leaks on passenger side
Electrical system, Engine, Apr 19, 2025
WHILE TURNING INTO A BUISNESS FROM A HIGHWAY, THE LOW FUEL WARNING CAME ON EVEN THOUGH I HAD JUST FILLED THE TANK. UPON LEAVING THE BUISNESS, I STARTED THE TRUCK AND PUT IT INTO REVERSE AND THE ENGING STALLED. RESTARTED THE TRUCK AND PUT IT INTO REVERSE AGAIN AND IT STALLED AGAIN. RESTARTED AND TRIED GOING FORWARD AND IT RAN FINE. ABOUT 1 MILE DOWN THE ROAD THE LOW FUEL WARNING CAME ON AGAIN AND THE ENGINE STALLED WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH. AT THIS POINT I REALIZED THAT THE DOORS HAD UNLOCKED AND THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GAUGES KEPT SWEEPING UP AND DOWN. I TRIED TO RESTART THE ENGINE BUT IT WOULD NOT TURN OVER. IT ACTED LIKE THE BATTERY WAS DEAD. AFTER WATING SEVERAL SECONDS, I TRIED AGAIN AND THE ENGINE RESTARTED. I NOTED THE BATTERY VOLTAGE IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND IT WAS NORMAL. NO WARNING LIGHTS ON IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. NO DTCS PRESENT WHEN CHECKED WITH A GENERIC SCAN TOOL. MY SAFETY WAS PUT AT RISK BECAUSE THE ENGINE STALLED WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC. I HAVE NOT TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER YET AS THEY ARE NOT OPEN TODAY AND I WANTED TO REPORT THIS WHILE ALL THE DETAILS WERE FRESH ON MY MIND.
Engine, Apr 19, 2025
I do not know if this qualifies as a safety concern, however based on everything I have read, I wanted to report the incident since you have 39 cases already. My 2019 GMC Sierra Denali w 6.2l engine, and 60,000 miles, starting tapping on April 10, 2025. I brought it to the local dealership the following day to diagnose. The dealer reported that they located metal in the oil pan/ filter and said the engine needed to be replaced. After more reading, it seems my truck is one of the vehicles with the 6.2l engine that is failing in countless numbers. In all fairness, I did not crash, the engine did not seize and it did not create a safety hazard in my incident, so i apologize if this reporting is a waste of your time. Now i have been given an invoice for over $10k to replace the engine which is on backorder nationwide I'm told due to the number of engine failures. Obviously it is out of 5 year 60K mile warranty so I have to eat the engine replacement.
Engine and engine cooling, Apr 18, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the driver's side tail pipe flange bolts connecting the tail pipe and the muffler snapped, causing the tail pipe to hang down. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact had gone underneath the vehicle and saw that the muffler was disconnected from the tail pipe and that the exhaust bolts had snapped. The dealer was contacted, and an appointment was scheduled to have the vehicle repaired; however, the vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 107,105.
Power train, Electrical system, Engine, Apr 18, 2025
I had engine failure two weeks after a schedule maintenance that included a tune up. When the engine failed all the components made the vehicle impossible to operate much less bring to a stop safely. I had to get the vehicle towed to the dealer. The dealer confirmed that the engine (6.2 V8) has a known documented issue. The vehicle is at my dealer with the engine being disassembled. There weren't any warnings as I stayed on the maintenance schedule that the dealer mapped out since my purchase. The problem began [XXX]. After researching the issue I found this online. That is how I found your web site. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Engine, Apr 17, 2025
Engine oil coolant lines leaking at crimped fittings. Known problem on 2019 GMC Sierra Pickups 1500, under customer satisfaction program N212326940, known to affect in areas of very cold temperature weather, North Dakota where we live is extremely cold -45 deg F in winter. Risk of total oil loss and engine failure. Dealer replaced lines with no reduction in price for a known failure. Warning leaking oil on my driveway, filled engine, scheduled appointment and dealership replaced lines at full cost. This program to replace the lines at no charge should apply to all 2019 GMC 1500s that develop the leaks.
Engine and engine cooling, Apr 16, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the local dealer for a routine oil change. The dealer informed the contact that the oil level was low. The contact stated while driving at 25-30 MPH, the low oil pressure message was displayed. The contact pulled over and there was oil on the ground. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Action Number: PE25001 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was towed to the local dealer again, where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 127,000.
Power train, Apr 16, 2025
I bought this vehicle at 80k miles and I have had an on going issue with the transmission. I have done research online and found that GM had put the wrong fluid in the transmission from the factory that has caused internal issues with the transmission leading to hard shifting and transmission shuttering. On my dime I have changed the fluid twice already and also the torque converter as well. This issue has gotten better but still a problem. This has caused me to not be able to trade my truck with out being upside down because of the dealers telling me they would have to put a new transmission to sell it. So now my trucks value has dropped as well. Now I am stuck in a truck that is not safe to drive. Thanks GM for not helping me.
Power train, Electrical system, Apr 11, 2025
Transmission keeps skipping missing gears and hard shifting, as well as jolting forward. When attempting to switch lanes vehicle transmission skips. When being placed from Park to drive or any other gear vehicle transmission hard shifts. Vehicle radio and screen shut off intermittently every 30 to 45 minutes. Vehicle screen goes blank and black and resets itself after 30 to 45 minutes.