2022 GMC Sierra 1500 — Should You Buy One?
Typical asking price: $35,000–$60,000. There is 1 high-severity known issue you need to know before handing over a check.
Kestrel Take
The upscale Silverado — same platform, better interior. Same AFM lifter problem in the 5.3L. The 3.0L Duramax diesel is the sleeper choice: better mileage, better torque, no AFM drama.
Known Issues for the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500
Ranked by wallet impact. These are documented, recurring problems — not freak accidents.
Same GM AFM issue: cylinder deactivation system destroys the lifters over time. Ticking at startup is the tell.
Repair cost range: $2,500-$5,000
The turbo 4-cylinder uses direct injection — carbon buildup at 60-80k is inevitable.
Repair cost range: $300-$700
Walk-Away Red Flags
- ✗5.3L with engine tick at startup
- ✗No AFM disabler on a high-mileage 5.3L
- ✗MultiPro tailgate that won't latch properly
Good Signs
- ✓3.0L Duramax diesel — excellent reliability and mileage
- ✓6.2L with documented AFM disabler
- ✓Full service history with regular oil changes
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Known issues on this page are based on documented owner reports, NHTSA complaints, class-action records, and manufacturer technical service bulletins. Individual vehicles vary. A pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic is always worth doing.
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