NHTSA Complaint #11639339 — 2020 GMC SIERRA 1500
ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 11639339 |
| Vehicle | 2020 GMC SIERRA 1500 |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | 64,298 miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | No |
| Injuries | 0 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | SD |
Consumer Description
The contact owns a 2020 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving and decelerating from 65 MPH to 15-20 MPH to make a turn, the engine made an abnormal knocking sound. The contact was able to drive to the residence. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was towed to Pechous Repair to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine was blown and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact later became aware of NHTSA Action Number: PE25001 (Engine, Engine and Engine Cooling); which the contact related to the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 64,298.
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