What is considered high mileage for a GMC truck?
With good maintenance, a GMC Sierra can reach 150,000 miles, with many models reaching 200,000 miles. Surveys have shown that about 1.7% of the GMC Sierras on the road today will surpass the 200,000-mile marker. These vehicles don’t require complex maintenance procedures.
How many miles will a GMC 1500 last?
If a GMC Sierra lasts for 150,000 miles, there is a good chance that the driver is doing a good job taking care of it. At the same time, in order to reach the 200,000 or 300,000-mile mark, it is important to take care of the engine by rotating the drive belts if necessary.
Do GMC Sierras hold their value?
The GMC Sierra has a five-year depreciation average of 43%. This may be because the GMC Sierra is considered to be a luxury truck, and luxurious vehicles have a faster depreciation rate. When it comes to luxury, part of the appeal is the first person to own the high-end truck or SUV.
Why is my GMC Sierra 1500 not shifting?
Service 4-Wheel Drive light came on, would not shift out of 4WD. Scan found code B272508 (Mode Switch signal). Transfer case switch on dash had internal fault and was replaced. Software update for PCM/TCM and a lubrication of the slip-yolk. This was to fix rough transmission shifting when slowing to a stop.
What to do if your GMC Sierra has transmission problems?
The transmission fluid was drained and flushed, the filter changed, and a new transmission fluid added. Was told to drive for 300 miles and if problem returns, I would need a new torque converter. The truck is fine so far (but I have only had it back from the dealer 2 days).
What kind of transmission does a GMC Sierra 1500 have?
355-horsepower 5.3L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range Transmission was shuddering at highway speeds under light throttle application. The dealer seemed to know of this problem. The transmission fluid was drained and flushed, the filter changed, and a new transmission fluid added.
When did the GMC Sierra have the most problems?
The model years with the most problems reported were 2004 and 2007, with more than 60 complaints each year, followed by 2002, 2003, 2005, and 2010, with more than 40 each year. Of the 112 problems, five different complaints have been reported 90 or more times.