2014 GMC Sierra 1500 Problems: 13 Known Issues
2014 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated November 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 has 13 documented known issues, with 5 rated critical. The most serious are Unintended braking on one wheel after a wheel-speed sensor fails — recall 19V761, Harder brake pedal as the engine vacuum pump weakens — recall 19V645, Automatic transfer case can shift to neutral on its own — recall 14V374, P0700 transmission fault request — diagnose the accompanying TCM code and Misfire or ticking from a collapsed or stuck AFM lifter — bulletin 15-06-01-002O. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
2014 · SLT Crew Cab 4WD (NQH, GU4 3.08, telescopic column) · 5.3L V8 (L83)
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NHTSA Recalls27 recalls
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade, 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles. The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2018-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra 2500, 3500 Crew Cab trucks. The left or right-side roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2015-2016 Chevrolet Tahoe, and 2014-2015 GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles that may have received an incorrect replacement tensioner cable assembly as part of a previous recall remedy or a subsequent repair. The flexible steel cable connecting the driver's seat belt to the outboard side of the seat may be repeatedly bent over the seat side shield as the driver enters and exits the vehicle causing the cable to fatigue and separate.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon vehicles equipped with either a 5.3L or 6.2L V8 engine. The output of the mechanical vacuum pump can decrease over time, decreasing the amount of vacuum/power brake assist.
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What are the most common GMC Sierra 1500 problems?
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 has 13 documented issues. Documented issues include: Unintended braking on one wheel after a wheel-speed sensor fails — recall 19V761, Harder brake pedal as the engine vacuum pump weakens — recall 19V645, Automatic transfer case can shift to neutral on its own — recall 14V374. Of these, 5 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the GMC Sierra 1500 reliable?
The 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 has 13 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 5 issues are rated critical: Unintended braking on one wheel after a wheel-speed sensor fails — recall 19V761 and Harder brake pedal as the engine vacuum pump weakens — recall 19V645 and Automatic transfer case can shift to neutral on its own — recall 14V374 and P0700 transmission fault request — diagnose the accompanying TCM code and Misfire or ticking from a collapsed or stuck AFM lifter — bulletin 15-06-01-002O. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
What is the 2014-2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Unintended braking on one wheel after a wheel-speed sensor fails — recall 19V761?
GM found that if a wheel-speed sensor fails, incorrect axle-ratio calibration in the electronic brake control module (EBCM) can activate the driveline-protection system while driving 41-60 mph in four-wheel drive or Auto mode, braking the wheel on the opposite side and pulling th… Severity: high.
What is the 2014-2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Harder brake pedal as the engine vacuum pump weakens — recall 19V645?
GM found that the engine-mounted mechanical vacuum pump's output may decrease over time, reducing power brake assist. GM says debris such as oil sludge can build up on the pump's oil filter screen; drivers may notice increased pedal effort, a hard pedal or a longer stopping dista… Severity: high.
What is the 2014-2015 GMC Sierra 1500 Automatic transfer case can shift to neutral on its own — recall 14V374?
GM found that an electrical signal short may cause the automatic transfer case to switch to neutral without driver input, while the mode knob still shows the last mode. While moving, the truck loses drive power; parked without the parking brake set, it can roll. 2014 GMC Sierra 1… Severity: high.
What is the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 P0700 transmission fault request — diagnose the accompanying TCM code?
GM explains that P0700 stored in the engine controller accompanies a transmission-controller concern and another diagnostic code. P0700 alone does not identify a failed transmission module or justify replacing the engine controller. 2014 GMC Sierra gasoline LV3, L83 and L86 confi… Severity: high.
What is the 2014-2019 GMC Sierra 1500 Misfire or ticking from a collapsed or stuck AFM lifter — bulletin 15-06-01-002O?
GM says a misfire, tick noise and check-engine light with P0300 may be caused by an Active Fuel Management lifter that is mechanically collapsed or stuck, internal locking-pin damage from oil aeration, a lifter collapsed and stuck in its bore, or a bent pushrod. 2014 GMC Sierra 1… Severity: high.
What is the 2014-2019 GMC Sierra 1500 Intermittent crank-no-start with P0011 from a sticking cam actuator solenoid — GM information PIP5130K?
GM tells technicians that the camshaft position actuator solenoid valve may stick or bind, holding the valve timing retarded, which can cause an intermittent crank-no-start with code P0011 and/or P00C6 stored. GM says the engine may sound like it is cranking fast and fuel rail pr… Severity: medium.
What is the 2014-2018 GMC Sierra 1500 P0430 catalyst code: check air-cleaner sealing before replacing parts — GM16-NA-111?
GM says sand or debris can enter the air filter box and bypass a poorly sealing air filter, damaging the oxygen sensor element and blocking the catalytic converter with sand and debris particles, which turns on the check-engine light with P0420 and/or P0430. 2014-2018 GMC Sierra… Severity: medium.
What is the 2014-2015 GMC Sierra 1500 Warm A/C from a leaking compressor-to-condenser line — GM PIT5331?
GM describes warm A/C and very low or empty refrigerant when a small crack or pinhole forms at the first bend of the compressor-to-condenser line. Oil and refrigerant on the compressor can make the leak source hard to identify; this is not evidence that the compressor itself fail… Severity: medium.
What is the 2014-2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Rough idle, misfire or hard starting from carbon on the valves — bulletin 16-NA-383?
GM says major carbon build-up on the intake and/or exhaust valves, from fuel contamination or incomplete burning of the fuel, can cause rough idle, extended crank, crank-no-start or misfire with codes P0300-P0308, and that valves may stick. 2014-2018 GMC Sierra 1500 gasoline engi… Severity: medium.
What is the 2014-2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Catalyst codes P0420/P0430 from dirt getting past the air filter seal — bulletin 16-NA-111?
GM says sand or debris can enter the air filter box and bypass a poorly sealing air filter, damaging the oxygen sensor element and blocking the catalytic converter with sand and debris particles, which turns on the check-engine light with P0420 and/or P0430. 2014-2018 GMC Sierra… Severity: medium.
What is the 2014-2015 GMC Sierra 1500 Grind, pop or bind in the steering column when turning — GM information PIT5312B?
GM tells technicians that a grind, pop, shudder or bind felt or heard in the steering column when turning can come from the lower column bearing housing being out of position, or from the upper intermediate steering shaft-to-column bolt and nut contacting the shifter cable bracke… Severity: low.
What is the 2014-2015 GMC Sierra 1500 Fuel odor and EVAP leak codes from a cracked filler vent hose connector — bulletin 15-NA-019?
GM says a strong fuel odor during fueling or at idle, with possible P0442 or P0455, may be caused by a fracture of the gasoline filler neck recirculation (vent) line connector. 2014-2015 GMC Sierra 1500 except Regular Cab, per GM bulletin 15-NA-019 (December 2015). Severity: low.
What is the 2014-2015 GMC Sierra 1500 Check-engine light or hard-to-fill tank from a dirty or wet EVAP vent valve — bulletin 15-06-04-002?
GM says dirt, dust or water drawn into the EVAP canister vent solenoid (CVS) valve's fresh-air intake can restrict airflow or corrode the valve, turning on the check-engine light with P0442, P0446, P0455 or P0449 and making the fuel tank hard to fill. 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 and 201… Severity: low.
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