Example carTowing for a 2011 GMC Sierra
Towing for the 2011 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
- 11.2 to 16.6 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 2011 GMC Sierra for towing
- Body: standard pickup trucks (EPA size class).
2011 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 | Powertrain 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 6.0 L | 6.0 L | 5.3 L | 5.3 L | 4.3 L | 4.8 L | 4.3 L | 4.8 L | 6.2 L | 6.2 L | 6.2 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 20 | 20 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| MPG highway (US) | 23 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 | 21 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 14 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 | 25 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 17 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,200 | US$3,200 | US$3,825 | US$3,950 | US$3,950 | US$4,200 | US$4,200 | US$4,450 | US$4,800 | US$4,800 | US$4,800 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,472 | $3,472 | $4,186 | $4,278 | $4,310 | $4,650 | $4,712 | $4,868 | $5,084 | $5,146 | $5,146 |
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 2011 GMC Sierra
- NHTSA lists 9 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 438 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (161), unknown or other (110) and structure (75). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21V050000 | 2021-02-05 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL, and 2009-2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and Sierra 3500 vehicles originally sold, or ever... |
| 21V054000 | 2021-02-05 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, PR, AS, GU, the MP, and... |
| 18V267000 | 2018-04-26 | equipment | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain Plastic-Handle Fire Extinguishers or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire... |
| 17V664000 | 2017-10-19 | fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxillary tank | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 trucks equipped with dual fuel tanks. The low fuel level sensor for the front tank may stick causing the rear tank to overfill the front tank. |
| 14V827000 | 2014-12-30 | electrical system:ignition | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra LD, Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ignition lock actuator may bind, making turning the... |
| 14V407000 | 2014-07-02 | electrical system | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500/3500 trucks manufactured January 18, 2007, to June 22, 2011, and GMC Sierra HD 2500/3500 trucks manufactured January 22, 2007, to June 21, 2011, and equipped with an auxiliary battery. Owners may unknowingly draw too much... |
| 11V339000 | 2011-06-28 | steering:linkages | GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV; CHEVROLET SILVERADO HD, SILVERADO LD, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; AND GMC SIERRA HD, SIERRA LD, YUKON, AND YUKON XL VEHICLES. THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT ATTACHING BOLTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION. |
| 11V007000 | 2011-01-06 | suspension:rear:axle:spindle | GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, COLORADO, EXPRESS, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; AND GMC CANYON, SIERRA, SAVANA, YUKON AND YUKON XL VEHICLES. THE REAR AXLE CROSS PINS WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND COULD FRACTURE AND BECOME... |
| 10V643000 | 2010-12-17 | suspension:rear:axle:spindle | GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT, CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO LD AND GMC SIERRA LD VEHICLES. THE REAR AXLE CROSS PINS WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND COULD FRACTURE AND BECOME DISPLACED WITHIN THE REAR AXLE. SHOULD THE PIN SHIFT OUT OF POSITION, IT COULD CREATE AN... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Towing for the 2011 GMC Sierra
The 2011 GMC Sierra and a tow: CarmaCars arranges a trusted shop, and never does the work itself. Once you are safe, send a request with where the car is and where it should go.
Before the shop sees your Sierra
Note the mileage on the odometer when you send the request. Say whether the car is drivable; it changes how it gets to the shop. If you have the service history of your Sierra, have it ready for the shop. Its 6.0L 8-cylinder hybrid drives through an automatic (CVT).
Who does what
Your request goes to a person, who arranges a trusted shop or gives you its name. The shop quotes the job; you approve it before any work. We keep you posted until the car is booked in.
Your rental while you wait
We collect the rental when your car is back. A rental keeps your week on track during the repair. We bring the car to your address in the Toronto area, or you collect it for free.
Small things that help
Listen for new noises and mention them to the shop with as much detail as you can. Keep an emergency kit in the trunk in winter. Replace wiper blades when they streak; it matters in rain and snow.
Before the shop starts
Ask for a written estimate before any work starts. Ask if the shop needs the car for a full day or only a few hours. Ask the shop to call you before doing anything not on the estimate.
Ready to ask?
Ask us, and we tell you whether we can arrange it.
Request towing
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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