GMC Complaints
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2024 GMC HUMMER EV SUV- Royal Oak, MI
The vehicle was no longer able to charge, and therefore could be stranded. Yes, the vehicle is currently back at the dealership and available for inspection. Without ability to charge, the vehicle could shutdown and not be able to restart. Yes. It was at the dealer from 6/27 to 8/20 and then the issue re-exhibited on 9/3 and it was returned to the dealership. Yes, it was reviewed by the dealership and returned, only to happen again within 100 miles. Yes, the Service Engine Soon light appears.
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2022 GMC SIERRA 3500- Crawfordville, FL
While driving on the interstate we were exiting to pull into a rest area while slowing down the rear wheels momentarily locked up and the truck downshifted hard and abruptly with that happening the check engine light came on along with a decreased power message. We pulled into a parking spot during so we tried to shift into reverse and it didn’t want to shift into reverse, we tried this for a while. We finally got it into reverse and we were able to back out of the parking spot. When we tried shifting to drive we encountered the same issue. The vehicle did not want to go into drive. Once finally into drive it did not want to shift into any higher gears. It was essentially stuck in one of the gears. We made it to a GMC dealer on the next exit -we drove on the side of the interstate to get there- when we arrived we had them run the codes and they told us it was a transmission control valve which GMC has had a major recall on. While we had this “fixed” at a different dealership previously in march of 2025 it only entailed “updating the software” involving the transmission control valve. We had to leave the truck at the GMC dealer that we were able to ‘limp’ to in Crestview FL. We’ve been told our truck now needs an entirely new transmission that is going to cost $7,000. We had a similar issue right after the “software update for the transmission control valve” on march 20, 2025. The software was updated roughly a week before that incident which seemed to have cleared itself because it was momentarily and never happened again until now. Our safety was at risk because we had to drive on the side of the interstate to get to a shop because we were out of town and a tow truck was going to cost between 600-1000 dollars to get home.
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2021 GMC ACADIA- North East, MD
This is a well known issue. On the dash it keeps reading steering system is being reduced drive with care. I have been dealing with this issue almost years. Been to the dealership too many times for this issue
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2018 GMC YUKON- Shaker Heights, OH
driving the vehicle on a regular city street when the flashing engine light came on out of nowhere. immediately pulled off and had the vehicle towed to my dealership. result of the inspection, i have to replace my engine. as soon as i started researching the issue it is clear that this truck should be part of the GM recall. it is a known issue that GM slow played for years, but as of now this vehicle is not part of the recall. it is the same engine and failure mode as the 600,000 unit recall, but mine isn't covered by the recall leaving me responsible for their known and documented manufacturing issues
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2016 GMC TERRAIN- MONTGOMERY, AL
I was driving my morning commute to work, when I came upon a stop light. I was pressing the brakes and the brakes failed to engage which caused me to hit a car in front of me. I did not have any warnings that the brakes were defective. The warning on the dash did not indicate that there was anything wrong with brakes. I had my set belt, was going the speed limit and my brakes just gave out. I have injury’s to my arms, shoulder, neck, and head. The other vehicle driver was not hurt. Thank the Lord.
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2021 GMC SIERRA 1500- Camarillo, CA
See attached document for complaint. I am writing as the owner of a 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 equipped with the 6.2-liter engine that has recently been included in a significant recall. I've been advised that the engine may need to be replaced entirely. As you can imagine, this is extremely concerning given the scale of the defect and the vital role this truck plays i'n my dayto- day responsibilities.
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2025 GMC SIERRA 2500- McDonough, GA
The contact owns a 2025 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal to come to a complete stop, the brakes made a loud whistling and squealing sound. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, Bellamy Strickland Chevrolet GMC (145 Industrial Blvd, McDonough, GA 30253); who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The dealer informed the contact that it was a known issue with no fix for the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to a second dealer, who was also unable to diagnose the vehicle. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The mileage was approximately 5,000.
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2024 GMC YUKON- MCFARLAND , CA
I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM WHERE THE SCREEN GOES BLANK. THE RADIO IS NOT RESPONDING AND SCREEN IS BLACK. WHEN TURNING ON THE SIGNAL LIGHT YOU CAN'T HEAR IT. THE SPEED LIMIT IN MY TOWN IS 25 AND AFTER AN UPDATE FROM THE DEALERSHIP IT NOW SAYS 55. I GET AN ALERT SAYING FRONTAL CRASH NOT AVAILABLE ATLEAST ONCE A MONTH. THERE ARE TIMES WHEN WE ARE DRIVING AND WE GET THE RED ALERT AS TO DETECTING AN OBJECT AND THERE IS NOTHING THERE. PARKING ASSITS DOES NOT WORK ALL THE TIME.
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2020 GMC SIERRA 1500- Glen Head, NY
The contact owns a 2020 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that on several occasions while the vehicle was started, the check engine, brake system, and another unknown warning light illuminated. Additionally, the messages brake system failure, steering wheel failure, low oil, and two other unknown messages were displayed. The contact also stated that the rear-view camera remained displayed while shifted into drive, and the instrument panel failed to operate as intended. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.
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2024 GMC SIERRA 1500- Bellevue, WA
System/Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic Summary: Recurrent loss of brake performance and vibration in a 2024 GMC Sierra 1500. Front pads wear to 1–2?mm and front rotors become “very warped” within short mileage intervals; right-front caliper previously seized; pad-sensor circuit fault also documented. Multiple dealer repairs under 30k miles; condition recurs. Increased stopping distance and steering vibration at speed. Chronology (dates / approx. mileage): 09/06/2024 (~10,437): front brake repair; 01/13–14/2025 (~16,239): RF caliper seized repaired; 05/05–06/2025 (~20,734): pads 1–2?mm and rotors very warped; 08/15–18/2025 (~27,574): pads again ~2?mm and rotors very warped. ( Emissions soot collection and engine deceleration is another issue in the diagnostics.) Dealer: Chevrolet Buick GMC of Bellevue, WA. Status: Defect continues after multiple repairs; safety concern due to stopping distance and vibration.
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