2.6

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
56,720 miles

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2009 GMC Sierra 1500 drivetrain problems

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2009 GMC Sierra 1500 Owner Comments

problem #8

Sep 012022

Sierra 1500 8-cyl Diesel

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Yes, the airbag has not been replaced but I have another SERIOUS SAFETY PROBLEM with this vehicle: The stabilitrak system does NOT work, it is NOT POSSIBLE to shift into gear, if the vehicle is put into use there is a definite possibility that the truck will go into LIMP MODE with a very limited speed (20 mph?) while trying to keep up with the traffic flow at 75+mph while the. transmission searches for which gear and wheel to apply power. This is a frightening experience to say the least. And I am without my work truck (and work) for more than 4 months because GMC has no ETA for parts to repair this problem. I guess this is NOT. safety issue in reality since I cannot/ will not drive this piece of dangerous GENERAL MOTORS engineering nightmare. When I search for solutions to this problem I find that there are many many GM vehicles (cars, suvs, vans, trucks) experiencing the same SERIOUSLY DANGEROUS situations. It is time to investigate this company before it shutters its doors and moves offshore to leave their junk in the United States without responsibility for repairs or accidents. [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Reston, VA, USA

problem #7

Mar 032021

Sierra 1500 8-cyl

  • miles
First had transmission replaced, then a second one, now third time they say transfer case, locking itself in gear, and dangerous cause wanted to take off fast in reverse. All this happening just in a couple months time. Cost 3500 for transmission, now saying transfer case will cost me more money, and I still owe 800 on the transmission replacement. It is a 2009 GMC Sierra LD, vin is [XXX]. Thank you hope you can help me out on this. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Luray , VA, USA

problem #6

Dec 122019

Sierra 1500

  • 140,000 miles
Rear end locks up. If the wheels spin then the truck wont move. It gets stuck and you have to force it forward until the wheels start moving freely again.

- Foxboro, MA, USA

problem #5

Jun 082017

Sierra 1500

  • 83,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Transmission filler tube is breaking. There is a recall but not on mine. Why? I ordered a new one.

- Wichita Falls, TX, USA

problem #4

Feb 242017

Sierra 1500

  • 65,000 miles
My truck died in traffic but I was able to get started and home (2 miles). My check engine light came on and I am reading a code U0191, which refers to the fuel pump flow control module. I had to purchase a battery because I had a battery draining issue and was having to jump it if it sat for a couple of days. My truck will not start at this time. After doing some checking, both my fuel pump and fuel flow module fuses are hot even with the truck ignition off. Which would indicate a short in the system. After some research, I found a safety recall that describes the exact issue but my VIN doesn't come up in the recall. Recall bulletin # 14515B. I guess what I am asking is why wasn't my vehicle included in the recall? apparently this is affecting more vehicles that what the recall included.

- Novi, MI, USA

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problem #3

Dec 022014

Sierra 1500

  • 74,259 miles
Excessive oil usage, have had it monitored 3 times per GM. Uses oil every 2 thousand miles, they are aware that these 5.3 V8 are doing so. There is a service bulletin out on this problem, this problem needs to be investigated by our government.

- Tusegee, AL, USA

problem #2

Nov 182013

Sierra 1500

  • 48,000 miles
Transmission delay from park to drive. As transmission moves into drive the truck jerks forward violently. Park to reverse did not seem to be a problem. Dealer worked on the truck for approximately 8 hours, flushed transmission, and performed oil change, did not notice any metal in the transmission fluid and sought an update for the tcm (was up-to-date); however, a small amount of water was seen in the oil pan. Dealer performed a test drive and the truck appeared to be back in working condition. Owner attempted to drive the truck out of the dealer lot but the transmission would not engage. Owner attempted to put the truck in reverse, the transmission would not engage. Truck was left at the dealer for further evaluation. No additional information at this time. Transmission still under warranty.

- Paul Smiths, NY, USA

problem #1

Aug 092013

Sierra 1500

  • 43,503 miles
After being stopped with engine off and emergency brake engaged, started engine, disengaged emergency brake and accelerated. Significant vibration in the rear of the truck. Took vehicle to Chevrolet/GMC dealership and was advised that the rear wheel cylinders were leaking and needed to be replaced after only 43500 miles. This incident followed an issue on 11-29-12 where the throttle position sensor malfunctioned and the engine ran very rough and the truck was difficult to stop.

- Rocky Face, GA, USA

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