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2024 GMC Sierra 1500Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 524 owners and 1 recall for this exact model.

Data updated ·NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026

Complaints
524
Crashes
6
Fires
0
Recalls
1
TSBs
925
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Preliminary Verdict

Think Twice

Based on 524 complaints, 6 crashes, 0 fires, and 1 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

brakes failed

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the EngineHIGH

220 owners reported engine issues — failures commonly reported around 20K miles.

!Inspect the DrivetrainMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

43
0–30K
18
30–60K
4
60–90K
90–120K
120–150K
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (43 reports) • Median: 20K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Engine (220 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

Data-backed dollar deductions

Buy / Skip Verdict

Final recommendation with conditions

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Where the complaints fall

Engine220 (42%)
Drivetrain71 (14%)
Electrical41 (8%)
Other33 (6%)
Structure:body27 (5%)
Fuel System22 (4%)
Lights15 (3%)
Brakes11 (2%)

2024 GMC Sierra 1500: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 42% of all reports filed for the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500, with 220 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 20,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 20K-mile mark.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 14% of all reports filed for the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500, with 71 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 8% of all reports filed for the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500, with 41 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Structure:body Issues

Structure:body complaints account for 5% of all reports filed for the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500, with 27 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to structure:body-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

62
24
250
25
212
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500. Recent trend: stable.

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Recall History (1 recall)

25V274000Jun 2025

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.

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2024 GMC Sierra 1500 NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

NHTSA Defect Investigations (5)

3 investigations still open: NHTSA is examining whether a defect warrants a recall.

EA25007OpenOpened Oct 2025

Loss of motive power due to engine failure

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

EA26005OpenOpened Aug 2026

Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy

ENGINE

PE25001ClosedOpened Jan 2025 · closed Oct 2025

Loss of motive power due to engine failure

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

RQ26001ClosedOpened Jan 2026 · closed Aug 2026

Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy

ENGINE

RQ26003OpenOpened Oct 2026

Upper Grille Deflector Detachment

STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS:ACTIVE SHUTTERS/GRILL

The worst model year for the GMC Sierra 1500 is the 2015 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 524 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 1 recall found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated . NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

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2024 GMC Sierra 1500: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 is related to the engine, with 220 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 reliable?
The 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 has 524 complaints, 6 crash reports, and 0 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How safe is the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500?
NHTSA rates the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 4 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 have any recalls?
Yes, the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 has 1 recall on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do GMC Sierra 1500 problems start?
Based on 65 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 20,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 30, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 28, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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