2015 GMC Sierra 1500
Common Problems
Ranked from 342 federal NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
16 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Headlights produce insufficient illumination
227complaintsSafety riskOtherHeadlights provide inadequate light, especially at night or in poor weather conditions, leading to poor visibility.
$100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.5–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 2
Brake Vacuum Pump Failure
53complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake vacuum pump fails, causing the brake pedal to become hard and non-responsive, especially at low speeds.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 19V645000, 19V761000
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Service Brakes Failing to Stop the Vehicle Properly
30complaintsSafety riskBrakesThe service brakes fail to stop the vehicle properly, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of accidents.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 19V645000, 19V761000
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Dim Headlights
28complaintsHigh severityElectricalHeadlights are excessively dim, reducing visibility during nighttime driving.
$100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.5–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure
12complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine stalls at idle and loses power when transitioning from stop-start mode.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Air bag recall issues
9complaintsMedium severityElectricalRecall repairs for air bags have not been completed in a timely manner.
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Brake Pedal Becomes Soft and Ineffective at Low Speeds
2complaintsHigh severityBrakesAt low speeds, the brake pedal becomes soft and ineffective, increasing stopping distance and risk of accidents.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 19V645000, 19V761000
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Brake System Failure Leading to Loss of Braking Power
2complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake system fails, causing the vehicle to become difficult to stop, especially at low speeds.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 19V645000, 19V761000
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Defective Trailer Brake System Warning
2complaintsLow severityOtherThe trailer brake system warning appears intermittently without a connected trailer, causing distraction and potential safety issues.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Engine Lifter Failure Causing Power Loss
2complaintsHigh severityEngineEngine lifters fail, causing the engine to lose power and potentially seize up, leading to complete shutdown.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 11
Engine Performance Issues
2complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine experiences reduced power and stalling during operation.
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Recall Incomplete for Airbag Replacement
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe recall for airbag replacement is incomplete, despite the manufacturer exceeding a reasonable time frame for repair.
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Service Trailer Brakes Warning
2complaintsLow severityBrakesThe service trailer brake system warning appears intermittently on the dashboard.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 19V645000, 19V761000
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Steering Failure Causing Difficulty in Maneuvering
2complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe power steering fails, making it difficult to steer the vehicle, especially at low speeds.
Related recall: 18V586000
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Transmission Jerks and Hesitates When Shifting Gears
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission jerks and hesitates when shifting gears, causing the vehicle to shake and stall.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 16
Visibility and Wiper Issues
2complaintsLow severityOtherDefroster and wiper systems malfunction, affecting visibility and safety during winter conditions.
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.