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2019 GMC Sierra

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

19

19 current

Combined

13.9L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,501

16,249 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs are almost always free. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number. Transport Canada’s own wording is that a manufacturer “will almost always make these repairs free of charge”, so being asked to pay for recall work is unusual and worth questioning. Since 2018 the Minister of Transport can order a company to pay for repairs so owners do not bear the cost.

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2026129 · manufacturer campaign N262549710

19 March 2026

Transport Canada lists: Silverado 2018–2019 · Sierra 2018–2019

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the side curtain airbag inflators could be defective. As a result, the driver and/or passenger side curtain airbag inflator(s) could deploy without a crash. If this happens, parts could be propelled toward vehicle occupants.

Why it matters

An airbag inflator that ruptures can create a risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to replace both side curtain airbag modules.

222 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2025352 · manufacturer campaign N252513060

25 June 2025

Transport Canada lists: Silverado 2018–2019 · Sierra 2018–2019

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the side curtain airbag inflators could be defective. As a result, the driver and/or passenger side curtain airbag inflator(s) could deploy without a crash. If this happens, parts could be propelled toward vehicle occupants.

Why it matters

An airbag inflator that ruptures can create a risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to replace both side curtain airbag modules.

169 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2024294 · manufacturer campaign N232431830

24 May 2024

Transport Canada lists: Silverado 2014–2019 · Sierra 2014–2019

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the repairs completed by a General Motors dealer during recall N192220470 (Transport Canada recall no. 2019-325) or customer satisfaction program no. N192270330 may not have been completed properly. As a result, a second repair is required. Additionally, certain trucks may not have had the updated parts installed during production. On certain trucks equipped with a power sliding rear window, the rear defroster wiring could overheat and melt.

Why it matters

Wiring that overheats and melts can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to replace the contact cover for the sliding rear window. The dealer will also update the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) software, if necessary. If the rear window or sliding glass assembly are damaged, they will be replaced.

4,699 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Accessories

Transport Canada recall 2022160 · manufacturer campaign N222359640

31 March 2022

Transport Canada lists: Silverado 2019–2022 · Sierra 2019–2022

What is wrong

This recall is a new notification for owners that purchased a soft or hard tri-fold tonneau cover from a General Motors dealer. On certain trucks, the bed-cover could come loose while driving and detach from the truck. This problem affects soft and hard tri-fold tonneau covers that were sold as an accessory by General Motors dealers. Note: This recall is related to Transport Canada recalls 2019-494 and 2020-165. If your truck was previously repaired under either of those recalls, it does not require further repair under the new recall.

Why it matters

A tonneau cover that separates from a moving vehicle could create a hazard for other drivers and nearby people.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a dealer to perform the recall repairs, including adding a tether to prevent the tonneau cover from detaching. Note: Until the recall repairs are completed, you can prevent the chance of the tonneau cover detaching by removing it from your truck and storing it.

1,520 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety TC

Tires

Transport Canada recall 2021767 · manufacturer campaign N212346510

17 December 2021

Transport Canada lists: Silverado 2019–2021 · Sierra 2019–2021

What is wrong

This recall affects certain trucks equipped with optional 18", 20", or 22" wheels and tires. The spare tire has a smaller diameter than the tires on the truck. As a result, the antilock brake system (ABS) may not work properly on certain road surfaces when the spare tire is installed on a rear wheel position. This could lead to an increase in stopping distance or a loss of control.

Why it matters

Reduced braking or a loss of control could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to bring your truck to a dealer to replace the spare tire and wheel. The dealer will also apply a new spare tire information label over the existing tire label. You will be provided an owner's manual insert that says which spare tire should be used with the wheels and tires on your truck.

14 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Tires

Transport Canada recall 2021347 · manufacturer campaign N212336230

3 June 2021

Transport Canada lists: Silverado 2019 · Sierra 2019

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, recall 2021-103 may not have been properly completed. As a result, a second inspection is necessary. Certain vehicles were built with tires that may have been cured too long. As a result, the sidewall could crack or the tread and belts could separate. This could lead to a sudden loss of air pressure and could cause a tire failure. Note: This recall only affects certain Continental tires, with specific date codes and mold numbers. Vehicles subject to this recall were previously inspected under GM recall N212329050 (TC 2021-103) and require subsequent inspection.

Why it matters

A tire failure could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify the owners by mail and instruct them to take the vehicle to a dealer to inspect and replace the tires, if necessary.

26 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Tires

Transport Canada recall 2021103 · manufacturer campaign N212329050

26 February 2021

Transport Canada lists: Enclave 2020 · Escalade 2020 · Blazer 2019 · Express 2018–2021 · and 9 more

What is wrong

Certain vehicles were built with tires that may have been cured too long. As a result, the sidewall could crack or the tread and belts could separate. This could lead to a sudden loss of air pressure and could cause a tire failure. Note: This recall only affects certain Continental tires, with specific date codes and mold numbers.

Why it matters

A tire failure could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify the owners by mail and instruct them to take the vehicle to a dealer to inspect and replace the tires, if necessary.

2,360 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2020624 · manufacturer campaign N202314670

17 December 2020

Transport Canada lists: Silverado 2019–2021 · Sierra 2019–2021

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the seat belt brackets for the front-row centre seat may not be properly attached to the seat frame. As a result, the seat belt could detach, and may not work as designed in a crash.

Why it matters

A seat belt that detaches in a crash could create an increased risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a dealer to inspect the front-row centre seat belt bracket attachments. The dealer will reassemble the brackets correctly, if necessary.

71,484 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2020505 · manufacturer campaign N202314870

23 October 2020

Transport Canada lists: Silverado 2019–2020 · Sierra 2019–2020

What is wrong

On a small number of trucks, the driveshaft may not have been properly welded. As a result, the driveshaft could break while driving and cause a loss of power to the wheels.

Why it matters

A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a dealer to replace the driveshaft.

5 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Accessories

Transport Canada recall 2020165 · manufacturer campaign N192285070

16 April 2020

Transport Canada lists: Silverado 2019–2020 · Sierra 2019–2020

What is wrong

On certain Silverado LD and Sierra LD models, the bed-cover could come loose while driving and detach from the truck. This problem affects tri-fold tonneau covers that were factory ordered or sold as an accessory. Note: This recall replaces Transport Canada recall 2019-205. Trucks that were repaired under that recall also require this repair.

Why it matters

A tonneau cover that separates from a moving vehicle could create a hazard for other drivers and nearby people.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a dealer to replace the tonneau cover rails and clamps. They will also add a tether to prevent the tonneau cover from detaching. For trucks repaired under recall 2019-205, the dealer will confirm that the previous repair was performed correctly. Note: Until the recall repairs are completed, you can prevent the chance of the tonneau cover detaching by removing it from your truck and storing it.

3,991 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2020034 · manufacturer campaign N192268091

30 January 2020

Transport Canada lists: Silverado 2019 · Sierra 2019

What is wrong

Certain trucks that were repaired under recall 2019-630 (GM #N192268090) received a software update that has an error. As a result, a second repair is required. The software error can cause the following symptoms: if the truck is started remotely using the Onstar mobile app or if an operator enters the truck and waits five or more minutes before starting it, the electronic brake assist could be disabled. This would also cause the ESC (electronic stability control), ABS (antilock brake system) and BRAKE warning lights to turn on.

Why it matters

If the electronic brake assist is disabled, there would be a longer brake pedal travel. This could cause reduced braking and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a dealer to update the Electronic Brake Control Module with the correct software.

23,092 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanCompliance Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2019631 · manufacturer campaign N192273510

12 December 2019

Transport Canada lists: Silverado 2019–2020 · Sierra 2019–2020

What is wrong

On certain trucks, the nut that attaches the positive battery cable to the alternator could loosen. This could affect the electrical connection, resulting in an engine stall and/or arcing.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Electrical arcing could damage surrounding material and increase the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a dealer to inspect the connection between the positive battery cable and the alternator. If necessary, it will be cleaned and reattached. If the nut, cable or terminal are damaged, the dealer will replace the damaged parts.

24,289 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2019630 · manufacturer campaign N192268090

12 December 2019

Transport Canada lists: CT6 2019 · Silverado 2019 · Sierra 2019

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the electronic stability control (ESC) and antilock brake system (ABS) could turn off due to a software error. If this happens, the vehicle's ESC and ABS warning lights would not turn on.

Why it matters

If a driver is not aware that the ESC and ABS systems are not working, there could be an increased risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the Electronic Brake Control Module software.

67,648 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety TC

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2019575 · manufacturer campaign N192270600

14 November 2019

Transport Canada lists: Silverado 2019–2020 · Sierra 2019–2020

What is wrong

On certain trucks, after a crash where a front seat belt pretensioner deploys, the carpet could catch fire.

Why it matters

A fire that occurs after a crash could create an increased risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to modify the seat belt pretensioner bracket.

75,208 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety TC

Accessories

Transport Canada recall 2019494 · manufacturer campaign N192261860

3 October 2019

Transport Canada lists: Silverado 2019–2020 · Sierra 2019–2020

What is wrong

Certain truck bed-covers could come loose while driving and detach from the truck. This problem affects tri-fold soft tonneau covers that were factory ordered or sold as an accessory.

Why it matters

A tonneau cover that separates from a moving vehicle could create a hazard for other drivers and nearby people.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and provide them with improved instructions and labels to explain how the tonneau cover should be installed. An online video will also be available. In addition, the company will provide owners with a tether kit for the cover.

2,668 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Other

Transport Canada recall 2019420

21 August 2019

Transport Canada lists: Rainier 2004–2007 · Terraza 2005–2007 · Escalade 2007–2018 · Equinox 2010–2017 · and 60 more

What is wrong

This recall is for aftermarket replacement rear window glass produced by Vitro Automotriz. Certain rear window glass may not have been properly tempered. If the window breaks, the glass may separate into large pieces instead of very small ones. Note: This is a voluntary recall that is not being conducted under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act.

Why it matters

Glass that breaks in to large pieces could create a risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify consumers by mail and instruct them to inspect the designation code marked on the rear window glass. Products affected by this recall have the designation “DOT 287” along with the lettering “VMR” (Replacement Market) and a date code that is before July 2019. This information is printed on the bottom corner of the glass. Consumers should contact Vitro's customer service at 1-412-995-6457 or argbacklites@vitro.com to arrange for replacement of the glass.

5,327 vehicles affected in CanadaCarService Campaign Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2019325 · manufacturer campaign N192220470

28 June 2019

Transport Canada lists: Silverado 2014–2019 · Sierra 2014–2019

What is wrong

On certain trucks equipped with a power sliding rear window, the rear defroster circuit could overheat. This could cause melting, smoke or, in rare instances, a fire.

Why it matters

A fire could create a risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealer to replace the covers for the buss bar and contacts for the rear sliding window. If the rear window or sliding glass assembly are damaged due to a problem with the rear defroster, they will also be replaced.

159,474 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety TC

Accessories

Transport Canada recall 2019205 · manufacturer campaign N192217500

26 April 2019

Transport Canada lists: Silverado 2019 · Sierra 2019

What is wrong

Certain Silverado LD and Sierra LD truck bed-covers could come loose while driving and detach from the truck. This problem affects tri-fold tonneau covers that were factory ordered or sold as an accessory.

Why it matters

A tonneau cover that separates from a moving vehicle could create a hazard for other drivers and nearby people.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and provide improved attachments for the tonneau cover.

1,915 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2018688 · manufacturer campaign N182198820

7 December 2018

Transport Canada lists: Silverado 2019 · Sierra 2019

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a retainer ring within the passenger frontal airbag module may have been damaged during the assembly process. This could allow gas to escape during an airbag deployment, reducing the efficiency of the airbag, which would increase the risk of injury to the passenger.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the passenger frontal airbag module.

11 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Pickup truck: Standard
In its class
More efficient than 36% of 99 2019 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
326 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2019 GMC Sierra have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 19 recalls on record for the 2019 GMC Sierra. Recall repairs are almost always free at a manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2019 GMC Sierra get?
NRCan rates the 2019 GMC Sierra at 13.9 L/100 km combined, emitting 326 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 17 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2019 GMC Sierra for a year?
At 16,249 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,501 in fuel, producing roughly 5,217 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 17 September 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. These are average residential rates. A car’s charging is added on top of what your home already uses, so on a tiered, time-of-use or subsidised tariff it is billed at your top rate rather than this average — which makes the real cost higher, especially in the territories. Enter your own rate for an accurate figure. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.