2021 GMC Sierra 1500 Technical Service Bulletins

1,454 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 11027600Jan 7, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about customers that may request the factory Integrated Trailer Brake Controller Regular Production Option Code (JL1) be installed on their Full-Size Pickup or SUV when the vehicle was not ordered with the option. Dealer should advise the customer it cannot be added to the vehicle.
• 11027131Jan 6, 2026Other or unknown. General Motors has decided to conduct a voluntary emissions recall. A Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) label with correct information may not be present. Dealers are to install a new VECI label.
• 11027598Jan 5, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates an issue with a service keyless entry message caused by aftermarket door handle covers and they should be removed.
• 11026924Dec 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates that some customers may comment that after an auto-stop event the engine does not restart and to inspect the engine ground strap. Temporarily on hold while PIE0572 is active. PIE0572 has now ended and reinstating the PI.
• 11026863Dec 25, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates a diagnostic tip for an issue where the starter stays engaged after the engine starts. Dealers are to suspect/monitor the crankshaft position sensor.
• 11026842Dec 3, 2025Other or unknown. Improvements to OnStar functionality. During the update process, your radio may stay on up to 5 minutes after you exit the vehicle. This is expected behavior when an update package is onboard the vehicle. Do not service your vehicle during installation.
• 11026071Nov 26, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates an issues with the HVAC making a hum buzz noise when the blower is set to a higher speed. Engineering is working on a new HVAC door seal material to correct the noise.
• 11025755Nov 20, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of General Motors Technical Assistance Center.
• 11025462Nov 7, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of DTC P30BF failing on low mile vehicles due to the possibility of the cylinder 1/2 sliding barrel binding on intake camshaft.
• 11025492Nov 6, 2025Engine. Under Field Actions N252494000, N252494001, the service procedure includes performing a PICO test on vehicle engines within the identified suspect VIN population. If the engine passes the PICO test, the engine oil will be changed from 0W20 to Mobil 1 Supercar 0W40 dexosR. From that point forward, the engine must use 0W40 dexosR oil products for all future oil change services.
• 11024777Oct 30, 2025Other or unknown. This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent confusion when ordering
• 11024703Oct 22, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates an issues with the HVAC making a hum buzz noise when the blower is set to a higher speed. Engineering is working on a new HVAC door seal material to correct the noise.
• 11024699Oct 21, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to contact TAC for a specific display issue.
• 11024460Oct 18, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's
• 11024455Oct 17, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's
• 11024458Oct 16, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues
• 11024189Oct 9, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. Certain vehicles listed above, may have a condition where the transmission control valve has worn, resulting in a gradual loss of pressure within the valve. The effects can cause harsh shifting, setting a service engine soon message, reduced engine performance or P0747 diagnostic trouble code. Dealers are to install a new control valve body. The repairs will be made at no charge to the customer.
• 11024446Oct 8, 2025Other or unknown. This PI Addresses a possible solenoid wiring fault and how to inspect the build date to identify
• 11024439Oct 4, 2025Other or unknown. The Driver Information Center may display a message of Transport Mode On after the ignition is cycled.
• 11023152Sep 16, 2025Engine. Certain vehicles listed above, may have a condition that could cause the engine coolant control valve to fail an onboard vehicle diagnostic test. If this condition were to occur, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) will illuminate, and a diagnostic trouble code will set. Additionally in some cases, the engine cooling fans may run after the engine is switched off. Dealers are to replace the engine…
• 11023157Sep 9, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about fluid leaking from the brake caliper piston area found during a service of the vehicle. The substance is actually excess assembly grease from the caliper boot and piston.
• 11023091Sep 9, 2025Other or unknown. New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH
• 11023145Sep 8, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of DTC P30BF failing on low mile vehicles due to the possibility of the cylinder 1/2 sliding barrel binding on intake camshaft.
• 11024378Sep 6, 2025Steering, Electrical system, Brakes. This service bulletin advises the technician of a possible loose ground that may be causing customer concerns of Loss of Steering Assist and/or Loss of Brake Assist and Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated.
• 11024332Sep 6, 2025Engine. This informational bulletin advises the technician of a part number change for long block engines used in the trucks noted.
• 11024330Sep 6, 2025Engine. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the camshaft actuator magnet to correct customer concerns of engine related shudder.
• 11022828Sep 5, 2025Other or unknown. Certain vehicles will receive a software update to add to the existing Check Engine Light a Driver Information Center (DIC) warning message if DTC P0016 sets. Dealers will reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM). Owners who have accepted applicable terms and conditions will have the opportunity to accept these software changes using wireless over-the-air (OTA) technology without having to bring their vehicle to a…
• 11024334Sep 4, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. This service bulletin provides a procedure to overhaul the control valve to replace a plate and worn down check ball to correct the customers concern of No Reverse, No Shift Past Third Gear - DTC P2732 Set.
• 11022783Aug 30, 2025Other or unknown. This P/I is to advise to inspect the stacked plate heat exchanger as possible root cause for any trans concern.
• 11022196Aug 28, 2025Other or unknown. Certain vehicles will receive a software update to add to the existing Check Engine Light a Driver Information Center (DIC) warning message if DTC P0016 sets. Dealers will reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM). Owners who have accepted applicable terms and conditions will have the opportunity to accept these software changes using wireless over-the-air (OTA) technology without having to bring their vehicle to a…
• 11022137Aug 22, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of DTC P30BF failing on low mile vehicles due to the possibility of the cylinder 1/2 sliding barrel binding on intake camshaft.
• 11022085Aug 15, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of DTC P30BF failing on low mile vehicles due to the possibility of the cylinder 1/2 sliding barrel binding on intake camshaft.
• 11022084Aug 14, 2025Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
• 11021868Aug 14, 2025Other or unknown. Certain vehicles will receive a software update to add to the existing Check Engine Light a Driver Information Center (DIC) warning message if DTC P0016 sets. Dealers will reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM). Owners who have accepted applicable terms and conditions will have the opportunity to accept these software changes using wireless over-the-air (OTA) technology without having to bring their vehicle to a…
• 11021792Aug 7, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B3060, B3935, C0750, C0755, C0760, C0765, and/or C0775.
• 11022075Aug 5, 2025Other or unknown. This PI communicates an issue with a SES MIL with DTC P2535, P12A6, P10DA and/or C111B maybe set after replacing the fuel pump driver module. Engineering is working on a fix, but in the meantime, dealers are to install a diode.
• 11021308Jul 31, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a bump feel or clunk noise at a stop or on launch. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic
• 11021303Jul 28, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of DTC P30BF failing on low mile vehicles due to the possibility of the cylinder 1/2 sliding barrel binding on intake camshaft.
• 11020816Jul 18, 2025Other or unknown. This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
• 11020809Jul 18, 2025Other or unknown. This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
• 11020808Jul 17, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates A vehicle may have a concern of any of the following DTC's set P3189 P318A P318B P318C P318D P318E P318F P3190. Informs dealer to perform a crankshaft variation relearn, Also notes that SI may not isolate.
• 11020685Jul 8, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates an issue where an aftermarket autostop device or rear taillights is causing a dead battery.
• 11019752Jun 26, 2025Transmission and drivetrain. Certain vehicles listed above, may have a condition where the connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components in these vehicles may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure. This special coverage covers if an engine failure occurs in the vehicle as a result of the condition described above for a period of 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km), whichever occurs first, from the…
• 11019874Jun 24, 2025Other or unknown. This PI is to inform dealers of a possible issue with an LVDS cable causing the radio to come on unwanted
• 11019670Jun 20, 2025Other or unknown. Amendments to the Song-Beverly Act (SBA) California warranty law provides vehicle owners with an opportunity to submit a written notice to GM before filing a lawsuit seeking a vehicle repurchase. If such a notice is not provided to GM, then the vehicle owner is prevented from seeking civil penalties in litigation. Vehicle owners of the affected vehicles will be mailed an owner’s manual and warranty insert…
• 11019829Jun 18, 2025Other or unknown. This PI communicates a procedure to clean oil leaking from the rain sensor.
• 11019845Jun 17, 2025Other or unknown. This PI Communications information on an alternative product dealers can use to perform 19-NA-255: Wax Coating on Frame Peeling, Metal Shows Corrosion/Rusting due to issue with getting product from current supplier listed in the bulletin.
• 11019591Jun 17, 2025Other or unknown. Amendments to the Song-Beverly Act (SBA) California warranty law provides vehicle owners with an opportunity to submit a written notice to GM before filing a lawsuit seeking a vehicle repurchase. If such a notice is not provided to GM, then the vehicle owner is prevented from seeking civil penalties in litigation. Vehicle owners of the applicable vehicles will be mailed an owner’s manual and warranty insert…
• 11019825Jun 11, 2025Other or unknown. This PI communicates an issue with a SES MIL with DTC P2535, P12A6, P10DA and/or C111B maybe set after replacing the fuel pump driver module. Engineering is working on a fix, but in the meantime, dealers are to install a diode.
• 11019823Jun 10, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates assistance in locating the Rear seat belt comfort guides in the parts catalog.

← All problems reported for the 2021 GMC Sierra 1500