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2019 GMC Sierra 1500 transmission problems

The 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 has 124 transmission complaints filed with NHTSA — 14% of the year's total, and roughly flat versus the prior model year.

124

Transmission complaints

14%

Share of year

0

Crash-involved

1

Related recalls

Transmission complaints by year

Related recalls

20V650000TransmissionOctober 22, 2020 · 42 units

Defect

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 and 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 trucks. One of the driveshaft joints may not have been properly welded, causing the driveshaft to separate while the vehicle is moving.

Consequence

If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N202314870.

What owners report

The engine started making ticking sounds, then the check engine light came on on and it began running very rough. GMC dealer replaced camshaft, all 16 lifters and guides and one bent push rod. The repair (not including transportation - I had to leave in GallupNM when I was enroute to Minnesota)…

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · September 12, 2025

Common questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 have?

NHTSA has 124 complaints about the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 transmission — 14% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Are there recalls for the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 transmission?

Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign for this model year is tied to the transmission: 20V650000.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.