2021 GMC Sierra 1500: Price, Value & Reliability
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As of Nov 7, 2026, a used 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 lists for a median $33,064 (middle half $29,545–$36,964) at 85,583 mi, across 3,598 dealer listings. That's 51.1% below today's median new Sierra 1500 price. Reliability: avoid in our NHTSA complaint analysis. NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns covering the 2021.
Used 2021 Sierra 1500 for sale
| Trim | Listings |
|---|---|
| AT4 | 1,122 |
| SLT | 1,082 |
| Elevation | 952 |
| SLE | 233 |
| Base | 119 |
| Denali | 90 |
| State | Listings |
|---|---|
| Texas | 449 |
| Florida | 179 |
| Michigan | 177 |
| California | 150 |
| Georgia | 138 |
| Illinois | 127 |
| Ohio | 124 |
| Pennsylvania | 107 |
| New York | 105 |
| Alabama | 101 |
2021 Sierra 1500 reliability and recalls
Verdict: Avoid — compared with the Sierra 1500's other model years on severity-weighted NHTSA complaints. 2021 Sierra 1500 problems by component →
| Component | Campaign | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain / transmission | 26V083000 | Feb 12, 2026 |
| Engine & cooling | 25V274000 | Apr 24, 2025 |
| Powertrain / transmission | 24V797000 | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Tires | 21V985000 | Dec 16, 2021 |
| Seat belts | 20V811000 | Dec 23, 2020 |
| Seat belts | 20V792000 | Dec 17, 2020 |
| Tires | 20V684000 | Nov 5, 2020 |
Check whether a specific car's recalls were completed by running its VIN.
2021 Sierra 1500 value vs new
At 5 years old, the 2021 lists 51.1% below today's median new Sierra 1500 price of $68,401 (2026).
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2021 GMC Sierra 1500 FAQ
How much is a used 2021 Sierra 1500 worth?
The median asking price is $33,064, with the middle half between $29,545 and $36,964, at a median 85,583 mi (3,598 listings).
Is the 2021 Sierra 1500 reliable?
No — the 2021 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 2021 Sierra 1500 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns that cover the 2021 Sierra 1500, most recently powertrain / transmission (Feb 12, 2026). Check a specific car by VIN to see whether they were completed.