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2013 GMC Sierra 1500 repairs by problem area

Engine (36%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (24%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (8%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)

Other (4%)

Chart based on 25 repairs.
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2013 GMC Sierra 1500 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (5%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (24%)

< $100 (57%)

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Chart based on 21 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

315-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

GMC Sierra 1500 in California, United States
Nov 2014 - Dec 2016
Nov 2014

35000 mi
Often trans would fail to power rest end while in gear. Felt like neutral while in gear. Lots of gas would overcome issue. 
Dec 2014

35000 mi
Clunk from rear end during first shift of day while cold. Dealer reported normal no issue. 

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2013 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

315-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

GMC Sierra 1500 in Connecticut, United States
Oct 2015 - Nov 2021
Jul 2021

83416 mi

US $3200
Quarter panels on both sides developed rust and were replaced 
Oct 2021

85218 mi

US $314
Replace original battery. Oil & filter change plus tire alignment 
GMC Sierra 1500 in Alberta, Canada
Feb 2014 - Dec 2016
Mar 2014

18600 mi
Overheating while at idle. Replaced fan control relay. ABS warning light on,stabilitrak warning light on,traction control warning lamp on. Have not initiated repairs yet. 
Apr 2014

19600 mi

C $178
ABS and traction control warning lights were lit. Replaced ABS fuse. Coolant fan motors not working. Replaced rt. and lt. coolant fans. 
Sep 2015

66340 mi

C $600
Shimmy in steering. Replaced front ball joints. 
Mar 2016

88040 mi

C $184
Broken right rear leafspring. Replaced leafspring with used unit. 
May 2016

93740 mi

C $140
Replaced rear shocks with load levelling shocks. 
Dec 2016

117800 mi

C $150
Replaced the radiator,because the plastic side tanks had started to separate from the aluminum rad. 

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2013 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

403-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

GMC Sierra 1500 in Saskatchewan, Canada
May 2014 - Jun 2014
Jun 2014

11160 mi
Both headlight assemblies leaked water into housing. dealer replaced both assemblies. 

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2013 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

315-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

GMC Sierra 1500 in Massachusetts, United States
Feb 2016 - Jan 2022
Aug 2021

84995 mi

US $802
Lower ball joints replaced on both left and right sides 
GMC Sierra 1500 in Rhode Island, United States
Jun 2013 - Sep 2018
Jul 2013

1500 mi
several days after purchase water on pass side floor. Dlr found out the a/c hose was never installed at factory and allowed water from a/c system to drain between firewall and inside carpeting, resulting in ,major water leak. 
Oct 2013

4500 mi
Brake Front pulsating. Rotors turned. Molding on top of bumper came off. Body shop mgr said he has seen this before. 
Mar 2014

11000 mi
engine burning oil. Consumption test started at 10,700 miles. 
Jul 2014

17500 mi
Completed oil consumption test with GM dealer, Test showed engine using half a qt in 6,400 miles. Engine considered broken in at this mileage. I am satisfied at this time. 
Jun 2015

30000 mi
check engine light came and second day started flashing-towed to dlr. Dlr said low compression in a cylinder. Poss. major engine damage. Had to cancel vacation to NH with boat. Really peaved! 
Jul 2015

30700 mi
Ck engine light was confirmed misfire on cyl #1. Needed new piston w/rings, ect. 29,500 miles. Service writer said problem was with active fuel management. Checked internet-numerous problems! Steering wheel "pinion ring" (?) replaced also. 
Nov 2015

34000 mi
Rubber side moldings clearcoat peeliing/ noise from steering wheel 
Dec 2015

35000 mi
ck engine light cyl #7 misfire/carbon. New pistons, ect, replaced. Second time this has been replaced. Was told by dealer that Cyl#1 that had been repared in July was not done properly by other GM dealer. Needed all 8 cyl's replaced. 
Jun 2018

70000 mi
Front end making a clunking noise over bumps and when turning. Minor suspension parts replaced 
GMC Sierra 1500 in Alaska, United States
Mar 2016 - Jun 2018
Nov 2016

37700 mi

US $600
Fuel pressure sensor in the fuel tank failed. $75 part, many hours of labor. 

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