2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Problems
What owners have reported about the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
Is the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 a good year?
It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 368 complaints with NHTSA, the 9th most of 19 Sierra 1500 model years. The most reported problems involve the engine, transmission and electrical system.
368 complaints 1 recall 9th worst of 19 Sierra 1500 years
Top 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 problems
Engine problems
218 complaints (59%) name the engine, most often the urea injection system (DEF).
Transmission problems
72 complaints (20%) name the transmission, most often the automatic transmission and differential unit.
Electrical problems
42 complaints (11%) name the electrical system, most often the instrument cluster / panel and body control module / BCM.
Body problems
26 complaints (7%) name the body and structure, most often the body and tailgate.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (45 of 368). The amber line is the middle value, about 20,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2024 GMC Sierra 1500 recalls
Hard parts internal / mechanical
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. Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
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Sierra 1500 years to avoid
Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.
2024 GMC Sierra 1500 problems by system
Common questions
Is the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 a reliable year?
It's about average for this model. Owners have filed 368 complaints with NHTSA, the 9th most of 19 Sierra 1500 model years. The most reported problems involve the engine, transmission and electrical system.
What are the most common 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 problems?
Owners most often report problems with the engine, transmission, electrical system and body and structure. 218 complaints (59%) name the engine, most often the urea injection system (DEF).
At what mileage do 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 engine problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 11,000–46,000 miles, with a middle value near 25,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 have?
1. Hard parts internal / mechanical (25V274000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2024 GMC Sierra 1500?
Ask for service records covering the engine, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2012, 2013 and 2025 models, which have the fewest complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.