2017 GMC Sierra 1500: Severe vibration
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2017 Sierra 1500 report: severe vibration. CarComplaints.com lists 5 owner complaints, average mileage 84,750 miles.
NHTSA has 144 owner complaints for the 2017 Sierra 1500 in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11765271 (filed 09/18/2026): “The contact owns a 2017 gmc sierra 1500. the contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph to 50 mph, the vehicle shuddered and made a shuddering sound while shifting between gears. additionally, the contact stated that the engine lifters and camshaft…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11763735 (filed 09/11/2026): “The catastrophic power failure with no warning on my 2017 gmc sierra, at 87450 miles completely contaminated the engine oil cooling lines with metallic debris and fractured structural mounts. the servicing dealership replaced the transmission but is refusing t…”
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: no solution (1 reports) replaced transmission (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $4,880 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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