SiriusXM radio on RST model

Cbrown7194 · January 23, 2019

I just bought a 2019 Silverado RST and I just realized it does not have SiriusXM radio built in with it. Does anyone know of anyway to add it to the radio or jail break it to add it? I don’t want to have to buy a receiver from SiriusXM just so I can listen to it.

Edited January 23, 2019 by Cbrown7194

KARNUT · January 23, 2019

I just bought a 2019 Silverado RST and I just realized it does not have SiriusXM radio built in with it. Does anyone know of anyway to add it to the radio or jail break it to add it. I don’t want to have to buy a receiver from SiriusXM just so I can listen to it.

If your just interested in music I would recommend Pandora or I heart radio through your phone to your truck via Bluetooth or usb. I find the music quality is better this way. Worth a shot.

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eppieguy · January 23, 2019

You can also stream XM through your phone to the Radio as well. On older GM vehicles the XM was a separate module, I'd research that.

Booger T · January 23, 2019

I ran into the same problem. Ordered a Trail Boss in July and never gave it any thought as my last five trucks all came with it. Well this one didn't, you have to get the convenience package II in order to get xm radio. Was pretty po'd about this cause dealer swore that it was standard on all LT's. I have since got over it. There are several options available. I have unlimited data on my wi fi through truck. you can get a xm app on your phone and Bluetooth to radio, Pandora is another one, I heart radio is another, if you are an amazon prime member amazon music is included in your membership. Several options out there, btw the xm app does charge a monthly fee.

GMC-AT · January 23, 2019

wow..surprised to hear that. I thought all trucks ...especially base LT and above would have this standard.

fish_guru · January 23, 2019

My '00 Jeep Wrangler has an aftermarket radio with a small magnetic XM antenna that sits on the hood.

Not sure if your stock radio is XM enabled and if it is, if it has a port/plug for an antenna but I figured I'd mention the possibility of the external antenna option in case it does.

The antenna was about $15 - $20 and is fairly inconspicuous. Plus no drilling/rusting/leaking.

Booger T · January 23, 2019

7 hours ago, GMC-AT said:

wow..surprised to hear that. I thought all trucks ...especially base LT and above would have this standard

I myself and dealer also thought it was standard on the LT trim level. It was until 2019. Not sure if the infotainment center can be xm enabled, there is no app showing for it in settings or source.

GMCustomerService · July 17, 2019

On 1/23/2019 at 9:35 AM, Cbrown7194 said:

I just bought a 2019 Silverado RST and I just realized it does not have SiriusXM radio built in with it. Does anyone know of anyway to add it to the radio or jail break it to add it? I don’t want to have to buy a receiver from SiriusXM just so I can listen to it.

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SummitBoss · July 18, 2019

Hello, Just seeing if GM clarified this topic and if an upgrade or system interface is available? I purchased an LT Trail Boss not even questioning if it had Sirius XM as I’ve had it on every vehicle I’ve owned the last 10 years. It’s standard on vehicles half the price let alone a $50k truck. What is GM thinking! It’s 2019 not 1999! I love the look of the truck, but between the awful throttle response and delayed transmission shifting, and inconveniences like this, I’m regretting switching from RAM.

dctackett10 · July 19, 2019

17 hours ago, SummitBoss said:

Hello, Just seeing if GM clarified this topic and if an upgrade or system interface is available? I purchased an LT Trail Boss not even questioning if it had Sirius XM as I’ve had it on every vehicle I’ve owned the last 10 years. It’s standard on vehicles half the price let alone a $50k truck. What is GM thinking! It’s 2019 not 1999! I love the look of the truck, but between the awful throttle response and delayed transmission shifting, and inconveniences like this, I’m regretting switching from RAM.

I have no idea what Chevy was thinking. Cutting corners. Kinda wish I would of just bought a 2019 old gen body style. So disappointing.

RUSSH · July 19, 2019

I just stream from my phone

SummitBoss · July 20, 2019

I’m doing the same for now but I don’t have unlimited data and a 54 mile per day commute round trip. Just seems silly not to include this on an LT trim standard. Btw the response I got back from GM customer service is they couldn’t speculate on this and I should contact Sirius XM. I mean either it’s upgradable or it isn’t. WTH?