NHTSA Complaint #11598310 — 2016 GMC SIERRA 1500

The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stopped moving very slowly and came to a complete stop. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under warranty twice. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that the vehicle was no longer under warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.