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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.
2013 GMC Sierra 1500 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (5%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (14%)
$100 - $499 (24%)
< $100 (57%)
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 201435000 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 201435000 mi | Clunk from rear end during first shift of day while cold. Dealer reported normal no issue. | ||
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 202183416 miUS $3200 | Quarter panels on both sides developed rust and were replaced | ||
| Oct 202185218 miUS $314 | Replace original battery. Oil & filter change plus tire alignment | ||
| GMC Sierra 1500 in Alberta, Canada Feb 2014 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Mar 201418600 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 201419600 miC $178 | ABS and traction control warning lights were lit. Replaced ABS fuse. Coolant fan motors not working. Replaced rt. and lt. coolant fans. | ||
| Sep 201566340 miC $600 | Shimmy in steering. Replaced front ball joints. | ||
| Mar 201688040 miC $184 | Broken right rear leafspring. Replaced leafspring with used unit. | ||
| May 201693740 miC $140 | Replaced rear shocks with load levelling shocks. | ||
| Dec 2016117800 miC $150 | Replaced the radiator,because the plastic side tanks had started to separate from the aluminum rad. | ||
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 201411160 mi | Both headlight assemblies leaked water into housing. dealer replaced both assemblies. | ||
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 202184995 miUS $802 | Lower ball joints replaced on both left and right sides | ||
| GMC Sierra 1500 in Rhode Island, United States Jun 2013 - Sep 2018 | |||
| Jul 20131500 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 20134500 mi | Brake Front pulsating. Rotors turned. Molding on top of bumper came off. Body shop mgr said he has seen this before. | ||
| Mar 201411000 mi | engine burning oil. Consumption test started at 10,700 miles. | ||
| Jul 201417500 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 201530000 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 201530700 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 201534000 mi | Rubber side moldings clearcoat peeliing/ noise from steering wheel | ||
| Dec 201535000 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 201870000 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 201637700 miUS $600 | Fuel pressure sensor in the fuel tank failed. $75 part, many hours of labor. | ||
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