The vehicle dossier US · 2015
2015 GMC
SIERRAProblems & recalls
53 distinct owner reports in the NHTSA snapshot. Other components appears in 34 of them. Explore what was reported—and which official actions are on file.
01 / Owner-reported evidence
What owners reported.
Categories attached to 53 distinct reports. A report can mention more than one component, so category totals can overlap.
See original component labels
These are reports made to NHTSA, not verified diagnoses. More reports can reflect more vehicles, more time on the road, or greater reporting activity.
The reporting timeline
When reports arrived.
Reports by year filed, not by the year a problem occurred. Showing the latest 7 years with reports.
2,750 miles is the median among 40 reports with usable mileage. The middle half spans 280–12,000 miles.
This describes the submitted reports. It does not predict when a vehicle will fail.
02 / Official safety campaigns
6 recall campaigns on file.
A campaign can cover only certain production dates or configurations. The count does not tell you whether an individual car has an open recall.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITIONCampaign 15V640000
Reported concern
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks manufactured January 24, 2014, to February 26, 2014, 2015 Chevrolet Suburban vehicles manufactured February 12, 2014 and Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles manufactured February 6, 2014, to February 13, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the ignition lock actuator may bind, making turning the key difficult or causing the ignition to get stuck in the "Start" position.
Manufacturer’s stated response
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 15573.
Manufacturer campaign: 15573
Read campaign 15V640000 at NHTSAPOWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFTCampaign 14V819000
Reported concern
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles manufactured November 24, 2014, to November 25, 2014. Due to an improper heat-treatment, the rear axle shaft may fracture while the vehicle is being driven.
Manufacturer’s stated response
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axles, and replace any that were improperly heat-treated, free of charge. The recall began on December 17,2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet) or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14892.
Manufacturer campaign: 14892
Read campaign 14V819000 at NHTSASTEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEMCampaign 14V719000
Reported concern
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra, and Yukon XL vehicles, equipped with electric power steering (EPS). Due to a problem with the EPS module, the affected vehicles may experience a sudden loss of power steering assist during vehicle operation.
Manufacturer’s stated response
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering assist motor kit, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14743.
Manufacturer campaign: 14743
Read campaign 14V719000 at NHTSASEATSCampaign 14V446000
Reported concern
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Buick Encore and Cadillac ATS; 2014 Cadillac CTS, ELR, Chevrolet Caprice and SS vehicles; and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Trucks. Due to an incomplete weld on the seat hook bracket assembly, the front seats in the affected vehicles may not stay secured in place during a high load condition such as a crash.
Manufacturer’s stated response
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat hook bracket assembly weld and replace the lower seat track, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), and 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14340.
Manufacturer campaign: 14340
Read campaign 14V446000 at NHTSAPOWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)Campaign 14V374000
Reported concern
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra vehicles, and model year 2015 GMC Yukon and Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. In the affected vehicles, an electrical signal short may cause the transfer case to shift to neutral without the driver's input.
Manufacturer’s stated response
GM will notify owners, and dealers will re-program the software in the transfer case control module, free of charge. The recall began in early August 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14192.
Manufacturer campaign: 14192
Read campaign 14V374000 at NHTSAENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEMCampaign 14V007000
Reported concern
General Motors is recalling certain 2014 model year Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, and 2015 model year Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV; Chevrolet Silverado HD; and GMC Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL, equipped with a 4.3L engine or 5.3L engine.
Manufacturer’s stated response
General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the engine control module, free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC at 1-800-462-8782. General Motors' number for this recall is 14008.
Manufacturer campaign: 14008
Read campaign 14V007000 at NHTSA03 / The manufacturer’s record
Instructions. Updates. Responses.
181 distinct communications list this model-year. Showing the latest 12. A matching model-year does not establish that every engine, trim or reported symptom is covered.
PI1255EThis preliminary informational bulletin contains recommendations of what needs to be done to swap/install camper outside rearview mirrors on a vehicle not originally equipped with them.NHTSA ID 10134598
This preliminary informational bulletin contains recommendations of what needs to be done to swap/install camper outside rearview mirrors on a vehicle not originally equipped with them.
Components: VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10134598 at NHTSA03-03-10-007JThis informational bulletin provides information on the temporary tire flat spotting condition.NHTSA ID 10108645
This informational bulletin provides information on the temporary tire flat spotting condition.
Components: TIRES. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10108645 at NHTSA06-03-09-004HThis technical bulletin provides a procedure to lube the rear leaf springs on vehicles with the condition of a squeak noise originating from the rear of the vehicle.NHTSA ID 10108599
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to lube the rear leaf springs on vehicles with the condition of a squeak noise originating from the rear of the vehicle.
Components: SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10108599 at NHTSAPIT5287CThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with the correct way to remove the front shock electrical connector terminals. Technician will need to slightly bend the end of the J-38125-12A r…NHTSA ID 10113405
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with the correct way to remove the front shock electrical connector terminals. Technician will need to slightly bend the end of the J-38125-12A release tool. There is a purple Terminal Position Assurance that will align itself in the release position when the release tool is inserted into the release hole. There is a metal locking tab on the terminal that will need to be pushed in before the terminal will pull out of the connector.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10113405 at NHTSAPIT5161EThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a bump feel or clunk noise at a stop or on launch. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a nor…NHTSA ID 10113404
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a bump feel or clunk noise at a stop or on launch. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle. The bump clunk issue may be due to fuel movement in the fuel tank when not completely full. The condition is eliminated after completely filling the fuel tank.
Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10113404 at NHTSAPIT3665EThis Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its own at a full turn.NHTSA ID 10113364
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its own at a full turn.
Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10113364 at NHTSAPIT5405CThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a reduced or loss of power steering assist, steering wheel jerks or kicks back when turning, Service Stabilitrak message…NHTSA ID 10113356
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a reduced or loss of power steering assist, steering wheel jerks or kicks back when turning, Service Stabilitrak message with warning chime, engine stall, Instrument Panel Cluster going blank or inoperative, radio/Integrated Center Stack going blank, Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning going blank, hood ajar message and/or dome lamps flash when shifting into reverse, alarm sounds when locking doors or door locks cycling, and or wipers continue to run for a short time after turning off and then stop/park in the incorrect location. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes U0073, U0078, U0029, U0028, U0415, U0140, U0126, U0121, U0101, U0100, C0544, C0710, U1510, B127B, B2605, B3600, C0800, U0428, U0452, U0131, and P0513 set in the vehicle. Check the body control module ground at the G218 location. The front dash insulator mat may be trapped between the ground eyelet and the body stud. Remove the round nut and eyelet and cut the front dash insulator mat away from the ground stud so it no longer interferes with the ground stud and reinstall the eyelet and ground nut. Technician will also inspect the starter solenoid battery cable for shorting out on the starter heat shield. Technician will need to voltage drop the battery cables. The battery should be tested using the GR8. X183 or X133 should be inspected for any broken/loose/backed out terminals.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM · STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10113356 at NHTSAPIP5224DThis Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Allison LCT1000 transmission valve body part number (24262535) tank is no longer on restriction through the General Motors Product Quality Center. Deale…NHTSA ID 10113353
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Allison LCT1000 transmission valve body part number (24262535) tank is no longer on restriction through the General Motors Product Quality Center. Dealer can now order part through the normal Customer Care and Aftersales parts process.
Components: EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10113353 at NHTSAPIT5509AThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicle that may have a "Check Trailer Wiring" or "Service Trailer Brake System" message on the Driver Information …NHTSA ID 10113352
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicle that may have a "Check Trailer Wiring" or "Service Trailer Brake System" message on the Driver Information Center when a trailer is connected to the vehicle. Diagnostic Trouble Code C1114 set in the Chassis Control Module. Chassis Control Module has to determine the type of trailer brake system that is being used. The Chassis Control Module can be sensitive to a variety of trailer wiring issues. The technician will need to make a trailer tester using Electric Trailer Brake Magnets and 7-way trailer connector to determine if it is a vehicle or trailer issue. If the concern is not duplicated with the tester installed, the vehicle is operating correctly and the focus should be on the trailer wiring or 7 way connector.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10113352 at NHTSAPIT5542This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an excessive lateral driver or passenger seat movement and/or a clunk/click/pop type feeling or noise. Technician will n…NHTSA ID 10113345
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an excessive lateral driver or passenger seat movement and/or a clunk/click/pop type feeling or noise. Technician will need to install a front seat lateral retainer. Technician will need to remove plastic material from the top side of the guide end of the lateral retainer to enable installation.
Components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · SEATS. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10113345 at NHTSAPIT5511AThis Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that some vehicles may have a dim Driver Information Center when the interior of the vehicle is hot from a sun load or extended heater operation. The Driver Info…NHTSA ID 10113343
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that some vehicles may have a dim Driver Information Center when the interior of the vehicle is hot from a sun load or extended heater operation. The Driver Information Center is designed to dim with high temperature exposure. This is done to protect the Driver Information Center from damage.
Components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10113343 at NHTSAPIT5233CThis Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have hard or unable to rotate ignition key concern. When the concern is present the steering wheel will need to be rotate…NHTSA ID 10113330
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have hard or unable to rotate ignition key concern. When the concern is present the steering wheel will need to be rotated in either direction to alleviate the pressure between the steering column lock pin and lock plate. Please communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH · STEERING. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10113330 at NHTSARecords below contain the NHTSA bulk summary unless a document-reviewed explainer is linked. A service bulletin is not a safety recall or a promise of a free repair. Records may be revised or superseded; verify the current document with the manufacturer.
04 / Agency investigations
Official inquiries.
An investigation is an inquiry into a potential concern. Its presence does not establish a defect, and a closed case does not certify a car’s condition.
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