2014 Problems Really Bad?

ASW · November 18, 2013

Hey guys,

Long time lurker here...looking to buy a 2014 Sierra Denali in the next 4 weeks, but after reading numerous threads on this forum - there are a TON of people reporting problems with their trucks.

My opinion is that if you're paying $50,000+ for a pick up, you shouldn't have these problems, and my question is that do you think the Denali's will run into the same issues or do they have higher quality production standards for the Denali models?

kstruckcountry · November 18, 2013

Seems like for every person having an issue who posts about about it on a forum, there are 20 having no issues who don't post (because they have no issues).

ASW · November 18, 2013

You do have a very valid point there.

kstruckcountry · November 18, 2013

I wonder if GM would tell what % of vehicles had been brought back for a problem so far. Who knows. But there are issues, just like there are happy owners. The overall consensus seems to be that the 2014's are nicer and more powerful than previous models. Have you driven a 2014? That's where I'd start if I wanted to buy one.

Cap'n Pete · November 18, 2013

A) the internet is a great place to bitch and whine, but is not really an ACCURATE gauge of the big picture.

B) all the trucks run down the same line, right? The Denali is a trim package. I doubt it gets any more special "attention" than the truck before or after it on the line.

My advice would be to find a dealership that you like to deal with. As long as you have good dealer support, you shouldn't have any issues if/when you have problems with your car/truck.

It's no surprise that a brand new model will have some teething pains, but sometimes they never resolve all the issues (no matter how many model years later) and mostly, it's just luck of the draw. ~99% are probably fine.

mzodarg · November 18, 2013

A) the internet is a great place to bitch and whine, but is not really an ACCURATE gauge of the big picture.

B) all the trucks run down the same line, right? The Denali is a trim package. I doubt it gets any more special "attention" than the truck before or after it on the line.

My advice would be to find a dealership that you like to deal with. As long as you have good dealer support, you shouldn't have any issues if/when you have problems with your car/truck.

It's no surprise that a brand new model will have some teething pains, but sometimes they never resolve all the issues (no matter how many model years later) and mostly, it's just luck of the draw. ~99% are probably fine.

Well said!

I for one have a few things, Like leaky shocks (not GMs fault) that are an annoyance, but nothing earth shattering. I am mostly pleased!

rocnrol · November 18, 2013

I have yet to take mine in for its first oil change, but it will be soon. When it goes, the only things I will be asking the dealership to look at will be the radio for poor reception, and the drivers seat for non operation of seat heater. I had a 2007 GMT 900 that I traded in for my new truck, and every day i'm happy that I did so. This new truck is stellar!

steig · November 18, 2013

My radio has the poor reception problem also. By far the worst FM reception radio I ever had. I took it back to dealer, they checked radio, antenna, then checked other trucks on lot and they were the same. That is the only issue I have.. Truck is great, hopefully GM comes up with fix for radio.

dmd277 · November 18, 2013

I have driven many different vehicles over the years. As vehicles get more complicated there is more to go wrong. I am overall pleased with my 2014 Sierra. I think the overall quality of vehicles has improved over the years. A lot of the problems come from integrating different technology into vehicles. I remember when having an 8 track player in your car was high tech.

bladz1454 · November 18, 2013

My radio has the poor reception problem also. By far the worst FM reception radio I ever had. I took it back to dealer, they checked radio, antenna, then checked other trucks on lot and they were the same. That is the only issue I have.. Truck is great, hopefully GM comes up with fix for radio.

Poor reception here as well. I was crazy enough to think its because they are pushing you to use your XM (which sadly is working on me because my regular favorite stations don't come in anymore).

steig · November 18, 2013

Poor reception here as well. I was crazy enough to think its because they are pushing you to use your XM (which sadly is working on me because my regular favorite stations don't come in anymore).

Hope thats not the case. Maybe GM will come up with a fix.

OkieDavid · November 18, 2013

Poor reception here as well. I was crazy enough to think its because they are pushing you to use your XM (which sadly is working on me because my regular favorite stations don't come in anymore).

I'm starting to wonder that as well. I mean seriously, how long has FM been around and it's not like an antenna is anything new...

BringTheRain403 · November 18, 2013

I've only had minor problems. Squeaky drivers seat and a blown front shock. Other than that I love my truck...

Sent from my SCH-I535

Truck13 · November 18, 2013

Personally I am getting out of a BMW 550x because it has been to the dealer for issues more than any other vehicle that I have ever owned. 80K for at least 5 trips per year to the dealer. Replaced power steering pump twice, still grinds. Replaced rims 11 times and tires 14 times... (low profile runflats are not made for New England, but at least I had wheel and tire insurance). The radio randomly shuts off at times, other times the radio defaults back to FM 87 with static when the car starts. The brakes squeak with light pressure and the coolant leaks and drips on the exhaust.

So... yes I expect more from a more expensive vehicle... not perfection, but this was ridiculous. I can only hope that my new Denali has fewer problems.