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2019 GMC Sierra 1500 Brake Problems

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

How common are brake problems on the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500?

112 owners have reported brake problems on the 2019 GMC Sierra 1500, 17% of all complaints for this year and the 3rd most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 4,000–13,000 miles. 2 recalls cover this area.

112 complaints 17% of all 2019 complaints 8,000 miles typical

Which parts fail

The specific part named in each complaint.

ABS warning light 1

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (71 of 112). The amber line is the middle value.

When problems were reported

Brakes complaints by the year the problem happened.

Brakes complaints by Sierra 1500 year

2008 Sierra 1500 10
2009 Sierra 1500 6
2010 Sierra 1500 1
2011 Sierra 1500 6
2012 Sierra 1500 5
2013 Sierra 1500 2
2018 Sierra 1500 44
2019 Sierra 1500 112
2020 Sierra 1500 53
2021 Sierra 1500 24
2022 Sierra 1500 30
2023 Sierra 1500 17
2024 Sierra 1500 11
2025 Sierra 1500 7
2026 Sierra 1500 4

Related recalls

Software error can disable electronic brake assist

Crash risk

A software error in the brake control module can turn off electronic brake assist, so the car may not stop as quickly in an emergency. This loss of assistance raises the risk of a crash.

Fix: The dealer will reprogram the brake control module software at no charge.

Recall 20V055000 · Jan 2020

Software error can disable stability and ABS

Crash risk

A software error in the brake control module can turn off the electronic stability control and antilock brakes without any warning light. Drivers who don't know these systems are off face a higher risk of crashing.

Fix: The dealer will reprogram the brake control module free of charge.

Recall 19V889000 · Dec 2019
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Other 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 problems

Common questions

What are common 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 brake problems?

Complaints most often name the ABS warning light.

At what mileage do 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 brake problems happen?

Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 4,000–13,000 miles. The middle value is about 8,000 miles.

Is there a recall for 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 brake problems?

Yes: 20V055000, 19V889000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Which Sierra 1500 year has the most brake complaints?

The 2015 Sierra 1500, with 229 complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.