NHTSA Complaint #11702201 — 2017 GMC SIERRA 1500

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11702201
Vehicle	2017 GMC SIERRA 1500
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	December 1, 2025
Date Filed	December 1, 2025
Mileage	126,581 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	PA

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a tapping sound coming from the engine compartment, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the lifter rod had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 126,581.

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