2020 GMC Sierra 1500 Fuel System Problems
NHTSA lists 26 Fuel System complaints for the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500, 5% of its 477 total complaints. A related fuel pump recall (19V837000) covers 2020 Sierra 1500 trucks, though several owners report the pump control module failing without being included in it.
- Fuel System complaints
- 26
- 5% of 477
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- —
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical fuel system symptoms owners report
- Vehicle stalls or shuts off while driving, then cranks but will not restart until left to sit for a period.
- Fuel pump control module (Part No. 13540028) fails, sometimes triggering trouble code P129F and leaving the truck unable to start.
- Truck loses power or stalls suddenly, including on highways, with no warning before the failure.
- Some owners report the truck cranks but will not fire, requiring towing to a dealership for diagnosis.
- One owner reported a strong gasoline smell inside the cabin along with a large fuel spot found under the parked truck.
- Engine shuttering and severe vibration occur at or above 35 mph, affecting drivability in all drive modes.
When 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 fuel system complaints were filed
First complaint Sep 24, 2022, latest Sep 19, 2026.
Fuel System recalls for the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500
- NHTSA 19V837000Nov 21, 2019Fuel System502 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system.
Risk: Over-pressurization can crack the fuel pump and cause leaks, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192283991.
Fuel System complaints by Sierra 1500 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Does the 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 have a fuel system recall?
- Yes. Recall 19V837000 covers the fuel pump, which GM says may be missing a pressure component; dealers replace the fuel pump free of charge.
- How many fuel system complaints does the 2020 Sierra 1500 have?
- NHTSA lists 26 Fuel System complaints for the 2020 Sierra 1500, representing 5% of its 477 total complaints filed for that model year.
- What do owners say happens when the fuel pump fails?
- Owners report the truck stalls or shuts off while driving, then cranks but will not restart, sometimes only starting again after sitting for a while.
- Were there any crashes linked to fuel system complaints?
- NHTSA records show 1 crash associated with Fuel System complaints for the 2020 Sierra 1500, with no reported fires or injuries.
- Is the fuel pump control module issue covered by the recall?
- Some owners report the same part number (13540028) failing on their 2020 Sierra 1500 but say it was not identified as part of any recall for their specific model.