2024 GMC Sierra 1500 engine problems

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

217 owners have reported engine problems with the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500, 59% of all complaints about this model year. The typical problem appeared around 24,500 mi.

Engine complaints
217
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Related recalls
1
Median mileage
24,500 mi

Specific components reported

Engine covers: stalling, loss of power, oil consumption, overheating.

ComponentComplaints
Engine188
Engine and engine cooling29
Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:urea injection system (def)1

Engine complaints across GMC Sierra 1500 years

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Engine complaints by model year. The 2024 is highlighted.

Mileage when the problem appeared

5Under 10k910k–30k830k–60k260k–100k100k–150k150k+
Complaints that list mileage, grouped by odometer reading.

Related recalls

  • Recall 25V274000Apr 24, 2025597,571 vehicles
    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.

    Risk: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.

What owners say

  1. Filed Oct 7, 2026IAEngine
    Truck has been making a ticking noise for about the last four months. Yesterday, October 7, 2026 I stepped on the accelerator the engine paused a second and blew out gray smoke through my exhaust I saw in my rearview mirror. There is a delay in power from the time I put my foot on the accelerator when it actually gets moving faster.
    NHTSA complaint #11769497 · source
  2. Filed Oct 6, 2026COEngineTransmission & Drivetrain
    Driving at approximately 45 mph on Berthod Pass in CO, towing a snowmobile flatbed trailer, when dash display indicated "low oil pressure, Turn off Engine". By the time I could read that, the engine was already off and I was all over the road trying to find a way to get off the highway. I did not have opportunity to get off highway, and ended up against a barrier, and partially remaining in traffic. GM towed the car (not the trailer, I had to do that myself) to a dealer…
    NHTSA complaint #11769455 · source
  3. Filed Oct 4, 2026ILEngine
    I bought my 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X with 15000 miles, they did the recall, PICO test, changed oil type and put new oil cap on and at 30000 the engine had to be replaced.
    NHTSA complaint #11768882 · source
  4. Filed Sep 28, 2026PAEngine
    My 2024 gmc sierra 6.2 engine had th recall scope work done on the engine. I was told it passed and they changed the oil to the 0-40. Well apparently that was not the case and the bearings in the drive shaft and whatever holds it together broke.
    NHTSA complaint #11767586 · source
  5. Filed Sep 22, 2026ILEngine
    2024 Vehicle is part of the massive GMC 6.2L engine recall. The vehicle was called into the dealership on 1/6/2026 (10,437 Miles / 320.9 Engine Hours) for recall evaluation. Testing indicated vehicle was NOT a candidate for a new motor so oil and oil filter were changed to 0W-40 and I was sent on my way. Vehicle started a tapping noise at idle. Dealer advised the next week was the soonest I could be seen so I set up an appointment for Monday 8/31/2026 . I used the vehicle on…
    NHTSA complaint #11766155 · source
  6. Filed Sep 19, 2026FLEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionOther / Unknown
    The truck has shut off driving 5 times total and 3 different days, I was going down the interstate, and Hwy. Speeds were ranging from 45 to 70, this is the 3rd time in the shop. At two different dealers.
    NHTSA complaint #11765521 · source
  7. Filed Sep 18, 2026FLEngine
    I am reporting a catastrophic engine failure on my GM vehicle equipped with the 6.2L L87 V8 engine. This failure occurred AFTER the official recall remedy (Recall 25V-274/ GM Recall N242494000) was performed on my vehicle, which directly aligns with NHTSA's active investigation under Engineering Analysis EA26005. The recall service was completed by an authorized GM dealership on XXX at 22,489 miles, the vehicle had the L87 Engine Loss of Propulsion recall completed and the…
    NHTSA complaint #11765423 · source
  8. Filed Sep 17, 2026GAEngine
    On 9-5-26 while on interstate 75 going about 75 miles per hour truck started losing propulsion and speed started dropping. No warning light or anything. Navigated over to shoulder turn truck off for about 5-10 minutes and started back. On 9-8-26 on the way from Dr. appt. starting truck up it acted like it didn't want to start but did. Eventually stopped at red light and truck died and wouldn't start. Dash board lighting up and when trying to start the engine would not turn…
    NHTSA complaint #11765013 · source
  9. Filed Sep 15, 2026MIEngine
    I was driving my truck and I had a sudden loss of power. The engine sounded like a rattle of bolts. It was towed to the dealership and they replaced the engine.
    NHTSA complaint #11764499 · source
  10. Filed Sep 14, 2026GAEngine
    I did not have anyone tell me about recalls concerning my GMC SLT, when can I have what ever it takes to send me info concerning lifters, these have not had any issues yet. Will I have someone to contact me about possible lifter issue. Current miles are 18129. Thanks for your attention. MCG
    NHTSA complaint #11764116 · source
  11. Filed Sep 10, 2026FLEngine
    While driving on the highway, i went to pass someone and there was a big shutter in the engine and then a load ticking noise from the engine after. All of the lights came on and the vehicle was running rough
    NHTSA complaint #11763458 · source
  12. Filed Sep 9, 2026WAEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain
    Lifters and camshaft failure, loud clanking, & sudden power loss on the 6.2 motor are the first noticeable signs. Instantly when everything happened check engine light, cruise control, & stabilizer lights flashed. The sudden loss of power forced the vehicle to suddenly slow down forcing my camper into the truck. I was hauling a within weight standerd camper but had difficulty bringing both the truck with the camper to a safe stop. There were no early signs or signal prior to…
    NHTSA complaint #11763115 · source

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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