2019 GMC Sierra 1500 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 has 671 NHTSA complaints, a complaint index of 75, and ranks 6th worst of 21 model years, earning an Avoid verdict. Engine complaints make up 50% of reports, and 10 recalls cover brakes, electrical, transmission, and tires.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 75/100
- #6 of 21 Sierra 1500 years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 671
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 10
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 13
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 3
- Injuries
- 13
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- —
- Injuries / deaths
- 13 / 0
Top 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine334 (50%)
- Transmission & Powertrain140 (21%)
- Brakes124 (18%)
- Electrical System110 (16%)
- Other49 (7%)
- Steering49 (7%)
- Fuel System25 (4%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires22 (3%)
- Structure & Body20 (3%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras18 (3%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report brake pedal pulling or antilock brakes failing to engage on snow-covered roads, leading to crashes.
- Some describe the vehicle losing all power while parked, with the brake system requiring a module reset before it would restart.
- Airbags reportedly failed to deploy in frontal or rollover crashes, sometimes while smoke filled the cabin.
- Several owners report electrical fires starting under the glove compartment or dashboard, in one case while driving 60 mph.
- One owner reported the truck catching fire while parked in the driveway with only 4,015 miles on it.
- A trailer brake warning and blown fuse reportedly recurred repeatedly even though no trailer was ever attached.
2019 GMC Sierra 1500 recalls
10 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 21V985000Dec 16, 2021Suspension, Wheels & Tires626 vehicles
Tires:temporary/emergency spare tire
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2021 GMC Sierra 1500 and Silverado 1500 vehicles equipped with certain accessory road tires and a 17" spare tire. The 17" spare tire provided with the vehicle is not compatible for use with the accessory wheels, which can cause the anti-lock brake system (ABS) to not function properly under certain conditions.
Risk: An ABS system that does not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will provide a new 17" spare tire and wheel assembly that is compatible with the accessory wheels, free of charge. Dealers will also apply a new spare tire information label, and provide owners with an owner's manual insert clarifying which spare tire to use with the accessory road tires and with the 17" original tires. Owner notification letters were mailed February 7, 2022. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212346510.
- NHTSA 21V423000Jun 3, 2021Suspension, Wheels & Tires896 vehicles
Tires:sidewall
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Risk: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 25, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212336230.
- NHTSA 21V115000Feb 25, 2021Suspension, Wheels & Tires33,838 vehicles
Tires
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Risk: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
2019 compared with other Sierra 1500 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 reliable?
- Compared to other Sierra 1500 model years, 2019 ranks 6th worst out of 21 years tracked, with a complaint index of 75 and an Avoid verdict based on NHTSA complaints and recalls.
- What is the biggest problem with the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500?
- Engine complaints account for 50% of all reports (334 of 671), with a median failure mileage of 77,000 miles, making it the top problem area.
- Does the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 have brake recalls?
- Yes. NHTSA lists two brake-related recalls (19V889000 and 20V055000) tied to Electronic Brake Control Module software errors that could affect stability control and antilock braking.
- How many recalls does the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 have?
- NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for the 2019 Sierra 1500, covering suspension/tires, seat belts, transmission, brakes, and electrical systems, none of which are do-not-drive recalls.
- Are there fire risks with the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500?
- NHTSA complaint data shows 3 fire reports for the 2019 Sierra 1500, including engine and electrical system incidents, out of 671 total complaints.