Example carEngine repair for a 2017 GMC Sierra
Engine repair for the 2017 GMC Sierra: CarmaCars does not do this work itself. Request it and we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
- Combined
- 11.8 to 14.1 L/100 km
- Body
- Standard Pickup Trucks
A rental while yours is in the shop
CarmaCars does not do this work; you keep driving while the shop has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
The 2017 GMC Sierra for engine repair
- Body: standard pickup trucks (EPA size class).
2017 GMC Sierra: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 | Powertrain 7 | Powertrain 8 | Powertrain 9 | Powertrain 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 5.3 L | 4.3 L | 4.3 L | 5.3 L | 5.3 L | 5.3 L | 5.3 L | 6.2 L | 5.3 L | 6.2 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 18 | 18 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 24 | 24 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 20 |
| MPG combined (US) | 20 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 24 | 24 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,350 | US$3,350 | US$3,550 | US$3,700 | US$3,683 | US$3,700 | US$3,783 | US$3,950 | US$3,950 | US$3,950 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,658 | $3,690 | $3,876 | $4,030 | $4,030 | $4,062 | $4,124 | $4,216 | $4,372 | $4,372 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2017 GMC Sierra
- NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 481 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train (154), service brakes (141) and engine (72). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V611000 | 2026-09-24 | air bags:side/window:curtain:inflator | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500, GMC Sierra 2500/3500 vehicles, and 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The left-side or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture. |
| 23V047000 | 2023-02-02 | fuel system, diesel:storage:tank assembly | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra 2500, 3500 vehicles equipped with a dual fuel tank option. The rear fuel tank may collapse and prevent the fuel pump from transferring fuel to the front tank, resulting in an engine stall. |
| 21V496000 | 2021-07-01 | equipment:electrical:engine block heater | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500 and 2017-2019 GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with a Duramax diesel 6.6 liter engine and an optional engine-block heater cord. An electrical short-circuit may occur in the engine-block heater cable or in the terminals... |
| 19V761000 | 2019-10-24 | service brakes | 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... |
| 19V645000 | 2019-09-06 | 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. |
| 19V328000 | 2019-04-25 | engine | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 4500, 5500 and 6500 vehicles and 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 vehicles and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with Duramax 6.6 liter diesel engines and an optional engine-block heater. The engine block heater cord or the... |
| 19V088000 | 2019-02-07 | fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 GMC Sierra 3500 and Chevrolet Silverado 3500 trucks equipped with gasoline engines and dual fuel tanks. The fuel-level sensor in the front tank may stick in a low-level position, allowing the rear tank to overfill the front tank. |
| 17V567000 | 2017-09-14 | seat belts:front:retractor | General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 trucks. The front seat belt retractor assemblies were built with the incorrect torsion bar. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number... |
| 17V487000 | 2017-08-03 | child seat:tether: connector/clip | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks. The owner's manual for the affected vehicles may be missing instructions on how to use the tether anchorage and child restraint anchorage systems. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of... |
| 17V437000 | 2017-07-10 | seat belts:pretensioner | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Suburban and... |
| 16V651000 | 2016-09-08 | seat belts:pretensioner | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Arranging the work for the Sierra
CarmaCars does not do this work itself. For engine work on the 2017 GMC Sierra, we arrange it with a trusted shop or connect you with one. An engine that runs rough, smokes or overheats needs a look soon.
Details the shop needs
Bring the owner's manual or service records if you have them. If you have the service history of your Sierra, have it ready for the shop. Note the mileage on the odometer when you send the request. Power comes from the 5.3L 8-cylinder hybrid, driving through an 8-speed automatic.
How the arrangement works
Your request goes to a person, who arranges a trusted shop or gives you its name. We follow up until the shop has the car booked in. Send the car's details and what it needs; we take it from there.
A car while yours is in the shop
Rent by the day while the shop has your car. A rental keeps your week on track during the repair. Your offer shows any delivery fee before you pay.
Car care, briefly
Use the grade of fuel your owner's manual calls for. Keep the fuel tank above a quarter in winter. Check that all lights work every few weeks.
What to ask
Ask whether the quote includes both parts and labour. Ask for a written estimate before any work starts. Ask whether the shop needs your keys, the wheel lock key or the spare.
When you know your dates
Ask us, and we tell you whether we can arrange it.
Request engine repair
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
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