2020 GMC Sierra 1500: Price, Value & Reliability
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As of Nov 7, 2026, a used 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 lists for a median $31,549 (middle half $27,909–$35,533) at 94,656 mi, across 2,439 dealer listings. That's 53.4% below today's median new Sierra 1500 price. Reliability: avoid in our NHTSA complaint analysis. NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns covering the 2020.
Used 2020 Sierra 1500 for sale
| State | Listings |
|---|---|
| Texas | 299 |
| Florida | 121 |
| Michigan | 106 |
| California | 103 |
| North Carolina | 90 |
| Ohio | 80 |
| Washington | 78 |
| Minnesota | 76 |
| Illinois | 72 |
| Missouri | 72 |
2020 Sierra 1500 reliability and recalls
Verdict: Avoid — compared with the Sierra 1500's other model years on severity-weighted NHTSA complaints. 2020 Sierra 1500 problems by component →
| Component | Campaign | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain / transmission | 26V083000 | Feb 12, 2026 |
| Powertrain / transmission | 24V797000 | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Tires | 21V985000 | Dec 16, 2021 |
| Tires | 21V115000 | Feb 25, 2021 |
| Seat belts | 20V792000 | Dec 17, 2020 |
| Tires | 20V684000 | Nov 5, 2020 |
| Powertrain / transmission | 20V650000 | Oct 22, 2020 |
| Air bags | 20V446000 | Jul 30, 2020 |
| Service brakes | 20V116000 | Feb 27, 2020 |
| Electrical system | 19V888000 | Dec 12, 2019 |
| Fuel system | 19V837000 | Nov 21, 2019 |
| Seat belts | 19V814000 | Nov 14, 2019 |
Check whether a specific car's recalls were completed by running its VIN.
2020 Sierra 1500 value vs new
At 6 years old, the 2020 lists 53.4% below today's median new Sierra 1500 price of $68,401 (2026).
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2020 GMC Sierra 1500 FAQ
How much is a used 2020 Sierra 1500 worth?
The median asking price is $31,549, with the middle half between $27,909 and $35,533, at a median 94,656 mi (2,439 listings).
Is the 2020 Sierra 1500 reliable?
No — the 2020 is on our years-to-avoid list for the Sierra 1500, based on severity-weighted NHTSA complaints against the model's other years.
Does the 2020 Sierra 1500 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns that cover the 2020 Sierra 1500, most recently powertrain / transmission (Feb 12, 2026). Check a specific car by VIN to see whether they were completed.