2014 GMC Sierra 1500: A/C condenser leaking
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2014 Sierra 1500 report: a/c condenser leaking. CarComplaints.com lists 41 owner complaints, average mileage 65,100 miles.
NHTSA has 81 owner complaints for the 2014 Sierra 1500 in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11538470 (filed 08/14/2023): “Engine lifters keep going bad. the frame is rotting like i have never seen. body is rusting out for second time. blows lights every month. rain getting in headliner and under rear seat. ac breaks every year. all around worst fucking vehicle i have ever o…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11482853 (filed 09/04/2022): “I had the a/c condensor and low pressure line replaced due to the cracked welds on condensor…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace condenser (37 reports) AC /. Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Opening the A/C system requires refrigerant recovery equipment, and US EPA Section 609 certification is required to service vehicle A/C for compensation. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $1,080 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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