2009 GMC Sierra 1500 GMC Sierra 1500 2009

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2009 GMC Sierra 1500 repairs by problem area

Engine (57%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (21%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (2%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (0%)

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2009 GMC Sierra 1500 transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (17%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (33%)

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2009 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

367-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

31000 mi

US $375
replace leaking transmission cooler lines 

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2009 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

315-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

36300 mi leaking axle seal on front differental 
77500 mi

US $300
both axle seals replaced on front diff. one warranty from about 3 months ago. 

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2009 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

367-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

24000 mi

US $540
leaking transmission cooling hose 

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2009 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

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

62000 mi Output shaft seal leaking 

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2009 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

295-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

62000 mi

US $5000
Transmission died at 63,000 miles 

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2009 GMC Sierra 1500 Transmission Problems

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