NHTSA Complaint #11693313 — 2020 GMC SIERRA 1500

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number 11693313
Vehicle 2020 GMC SIERRA 1500
Component ENGINE
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage N/A miles
Crash No
Fire No
Injuries 0
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed No
State MO

Consumer Description

6.2L V8 engine in 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 suffered two lifter failures, which damaged crankshaft and sent metal shards throughout engine and oil. Total engine replacement required. This issue is subject to a recall for 2021 - 2024 model years and the recall should extend to 2020 model years. Vehicle was traded without functioning engine at a significant loss in value for new vehicle, and is not available for inspection. Vehicle was inspected by service department at GMC dealership and traded to a different GMC dealer. No prior indications of problems or warning lights until engine failure occurred while driving.

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