Category: Sierra

Category: Sierra

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Red Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ZR2 towing a large black enclosed trailer on a wet road

Understanding the “GCW Overweight” Messages In Your Chevy Silverado or GMC Sierra

If you own a Chevrolet Silverado or GMC Sierra and tow trailers, you might see a “GCW Overweight” message appear in your gauge cluster. It’s easy to get worried, but don’t panic. Here’s everything you need to know. General Motors Technical Service Bulletin No.: PIC6572 Published Date: September 13, 2024 Understanding the GCW Overweight Indicator… Continue reading Understanding the “GCW Overweight” Messages In Your Chevy Silverado or GMC Sierra

2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD with Duramax Diesel Engine driving off-road in a forest

2020

GM Issues Massive Trucks & SUV Recall for Rear Wheel Lock-Up: Everything You Need to Know

General Motors has issued a significant recall affecting hundreds of thousands of Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac trucks and SUVs in the GM lineup due to a risk of momentary rear wheel lock-up. This issue primarily impacts diesel-powered 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra models, and several 2021 SUVs. GM-Trucks.com readers who own or are considering one… Continue reading GM Issues Massive Trucks & SUV Recall for Rear Wheel Lock-Up: Everything You Need to Know

Two Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 pickup trucks parked in a snowy wooded area.

2024 & 2025 Silverado / Sierra Owners Experience 4WD Indicator Confusion

If you’ve recently started up your 2024–2025 Chevrolet Silverado or GMC Sierra and noticed that the four-wheel drive (4WD) indicator isn’t immediately visible, you’re not alone. Dealerships have received inquiries about this, prompting a service bulletin (PIT6244) to address what might seem like a missing indicator. Here’s a straightforward explanation of what’s happening and why… Continue reading 2024 & 2025 Silverado / Sierra Owners Experience 4WD Indicator Confusion

Chevrolet Small-Block V8 timeline showcasing 7 vehicles over 7 decades of engine evolution.

The Small Block Turns 70: A Look Back At The Heart Of Chevrolet

Chevy’s small-block V8 has been a constant in American trucks for seven decades, powering generations of drivers from job sites to backcountry roads. Since its debut in 1955, this engine has been synonymous with reliability, performance, and a whole lot of grit. It’s the powerhouse behind millions of Chevy trucks, from classic C10s to today’s… Continue reading The Small Block Turns 70: A Look Back At The Heart Of Chevrolet

The 2024 Silverado HD ZR2 Bison in motion driving through the desert

2024

GM Q3 2024 Vehicle Sales by Brand: Silverado Sales Slip While EVs and Colorado Surge

General Motors is reporting a mixed bag of results for the third quarter of 2024, with some segments performing well and others showing notable declines. GM truck enthusiasts, in particular, will want to dig into the numbers to see where GM’s bread-and-butter models stack up. So, let’s cut through the noise and get straight to… Continue reading GM Q3 2024 Vehicle Sales by Brand: Silverado Sales Slip While EVs and Colorado Surge

GM Issues Major Recall for Brake Warning Light Failure Affecting Nearly 450,000 Vehicles

GM Issues Major Recall for Brake Warning Light Failure Affecting Nearly 450,000 Vehicles

General Motors (GM) has announced a recall affecting nearly 450,000 of its most popular vehicles from the 2023 and 2024 model years, including various models of the Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, Chevrolet Tahoe, Chevrolet Suburban, GMC Yukon, Cadillac Escalade, and their extended versions. The recall stems from an issue in the Electronic Brake Control Module… Continue reading GM Issues Major Recall for Brake Warning Light Failure Affecting Nearly 450,000 Vehicles

A GMC HUMMER EV At a Tesla Supercharger Station

Finally! NACS Adapters Now Unlock Tesla Superchargers for GM EVs – Yes, For Real This Time

In a move that’s been eagerly anticipated by the EV community, General Motors has officially started offering NACS (North American Charging Standard) adapters for their Ultium electric vehicles. This game-changing accessory allows GM EVs to plug into Tesla Supercharger stations, effectively unlocking tens of thousands of new charging points across the country. Third Time’s the… Continue reading Finally! NACS Adapters Now Unlock Tesla Superchargers for GM EVs – Yes, For Real This Time

Official GM NACS Adapter Now Available To Order - You Won't Believe The Price

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Premature Electrification: Official GM NACS Adapter Isn’t On Sale After All

General Motors EV Owners recently cheered when the “Official” NACS adapter appeared in the company’s parts system. There was only one problem- apparently, it was all a big mistake. In a world keenly watching every move in the electric vehicle landscape, General Motors recently provided unexpected drama by mistakenly selling a not-yet-ready adapter that promised… Continue reading Premature Electrification: Official GM NACS Adapter Isn’t On Sale After All

Lifter Nightmare: Why GM is Replacing Some 6.2L L87 V8 Engines

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Lifter Nightmare: Why GM is Replacing Some 6.2L L87 V8 Engines

Chevrolet, GMC, & Cadillac may have built vehicles powered by 6.2L V8 engines with a big problem.  The solution? Replace the entire engine. In April, General Motors Released “Customer Satisfaction Program N232413430 – “Oversized Lifter Bores”. While not technically a recall, the program aims to fix an issue where an unknown number of 6.2L engines… Continue reading Lifter Nightmare: Why GM is Replacing Some 6.2L L87 V8 Engines