2022 GMC Sierra 1500: Transmission failed
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2022 Sierra 1500 report: transmission failed. CarComplaints.com lists 1 owner complaints, average mileage 80,000 miles.
NHTSA has 111 owner complaints for the 2022 Sierra 1500 in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11770508 (filed 10/12/2026): “The fuel pump modular system failed leaving me unable to start the vehicle and left me stranded in the [xxx] heat for hours. the vehicle only has 57k miles. there was a recall for this specific issue for many gm vehicles but not mine. there was no warning! …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11769890 (filed 10/08/2026): “Transmission failed at about 40 mph, coasted to the side of the road and wheels locked up. no warning lights even after the failure. gm dealership inspected and confirmed it is the common valve body failure on gm trucks but my truck is not covered on recall. …”
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: none clearly reported. 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 $7,000 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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