2024 GMC Sierra 1500 electrical system problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Sep 30, 2026MNElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   At approximately 2 years, 47,000 miles I received a message that I needed to service the transmission soon. I then got a message "Trailer Brakes Disabled Service Required" and another "Service Transmission Now Unable to Shift Soon". I brought the vehicle into my closest GM dealer and they said it is a faulty shift control lever. These are known to have a fault from the factory, but since I am outside of the 36,000 bumper to bumper, they will not cover the cost. It took about…

   NHTSA complaint #11768050 · source
2. Filed Sep 9, 2026NJElectrical SystemEngine

   While driving on a divided two lane state highway at approximately 60mph my vehicle suffered a catastrophic engine failure causing immediate loss of power in traffic at highway speeds. I had to negotiate highway traffic to steer the vehicle onto a narrow shoulder and continue under reduced power to a location where the vehicle could remain stopped safely. There were no warning signs and no warning lights prior to the issue. The vehicle was towed to Faulkner GMC where it was…

   NHTSA complaint #11763082 · source
3. Filed Sep 7, 2026NCElectrical SystemEngineSteering

   My vehicle has experienced repeated and unresolved electrical system failures and unexpected loss of power steering assist. The problem involves multiple warning lights, module communication faults, drivability issues, and simultaneous malfunctions affecting systems including power steering, traction control, transmission, four-wheel drive, and other electronic controls. Repair records, diagnostic information, and videos documenting the failures are available for inspection…

   NHTSA complaint #11762555 · source
4. Filed Jun 30, 2026DEElectrical SystemEngineSteering

   My 2024 GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate 1500 experienced a catastrophic powertrain failure that created a serious safety hazard. On XXX, while driving at highway speeds, the truck unexpectedly shifted into neutral, causing an immediate loss of propulsion. During this event, the electrical system was also affected. The battery power dropped, power steering assistance was lost, and due to the electronic push-button start system, the vehicle could not be restarted while in this…

   NHTSA complaint #11747534 · source
5. Filed May 28, 2026MDElectrical SystemEngine

   My truck has completely shut down/ loss power on several occasions. Happened when I was l slowing down or completely stopped. Everything goes dark. Had to wait several minutes before truck would start.

   NHTSA complaint #11740659 · source
6. Filed May 20, 2026NHElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   Check engine light illuminated with service transmission. The next day transmission started slipping and finally would not engage in reverse. Dealership Has it now and after diagnosis they advised that they had replaced the electronic control module to which, on the test drive, the gauge cluster blacked out and they got more codes. The cpdes that the vehical threw were the transmission valve body needed to be replaced.The truck has 24k miles on it.

   NHTSA complaint #11739083 · source
7. Filed Apr 18, 2026FLDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical SystemEngine

   My GMC sierra with 40000 miles The check engine light turn on and was steady on when driving on the highway I loose a power on the vehicle for a few seconds and almost a semi truck behind me hit me because I don’t have any power on the vehicle, I stop on a safe place and try to start the vehicle again immediately call dealer for appointment an start drive to home. The lady on General Motors say I can drive safe with my vehicle but I don’t feel safe because nothing on the…

   NHTSA complaint #11732122 · source
8. Filed Mar 11, 2026ARElectrical System

   The gauge cluster quit working, I have no way of knowing my speed or how much fuel is in the vehicle. Feel like this is a safety issue with not being able to see the speedometer.

   NHTSA complaint #11723524 · source
9. Filed Mar 6, 202648,000 miTXElectrical System

   The contact owns a 2024 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while stationary or while driving, the vehicle unexpectedly shut off. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle stalled and lost electrical power. The battery was replaced five times and the BCM four times; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that after opening the door causes an immediate parasitic drain on the battery, resulting in a total loss of electrical power. The vehicle was taken to…

   NHTSA complaint #11722448 · source
10. Filed Mar 3, 20269,000 miFLElectrical SystemSeats & Seat BeltsVisibility & Wipers

    The contact owns a 2024 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that there was an unknown failure with the front and rear cameras. The driver's and passengers' side mirror indicators remained illuminated but occasionally failed to operate. There was a glare that was shining into the vehicle while it was raining and driving at night. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that an unknown module was not operating as needed. The rear wiring harness was…

    NHTSA complaint #11721762 · source
11. Filed Feb 13, 202652,680 miCATowedElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

    The contact owns a 2024 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 67 MPH, the transmission shifted to neutral(N) unexpectedly. In addition, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact attempted to drive the vehicle off the road. A passerby slowed down and allowed the contact to move over to the side of the road. The engine seized, and the vehicle stalled between the shoulder and the line of the left lane.…

    NHTSA complaint #11717922 · source
12. Filed Jan 27, 2026NJElectrical System

    While driving the vehicle I hit a bump on the road and all 4 windows in the vehicle went down. I did not push any buttons. I tried to close the windows and they would not close. Nothing happened when I attempted to close them. It was 10 degrees out I pulled over, and tried again with out success. I shut the car off, opened the door and closed it and restarted the car after a few minutes. I was able to close 3 of the 4 windows. I started driving and eventually I was able to…

    NHTSA complaint #11713584 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology