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GMC Sierra 1500 repairs by problem area

Engine (26%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (5%)

Chart based on 716 repairs.
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GMC Sierra 1500 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (34%)

< $100 (43%)

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Chart based on 476 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

GMC Sierra 1500 problems by year

before 1998 (0%)

1999 - 2002 (15%)

2003 - 2006 (24%)

2007 - 2013 (39%)

2014 - 2015 (15%)

2016 - 2018 (6%)

2019 - 2021 (1%)

Chart based on 727 repair trips.
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Personal Experiences of the GMC Sierra 1500

GMC Sierra 1500 Personal Experiences: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed 315-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
I still have a 1997 Chevy pickup 1500 with snow plow has over 120,000 I will still keep this truck as a Plow truck Like a Rock. full 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 review
2008 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed 315-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
I owed a chevy truck in 1999 and really enjoyed it. It was reliable, and comfortable and got acceptable gas mileage. full 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 review
2006 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed 295-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Having driven this model with the Military, it was a solid performing vehicle. full 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 review
 

GMC Sierra 1500 Problems and Repair Histories

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