Used GMC Sierra 1500 4th Gen (2019–2026): Best & Worst Years, Problems & Prices
Updated · Data: dealer listings, NHTSA complaints and recalls
As of Nov 7, 2026, used 4th Gen Sierra 1500s (2019–2026) list from a median $30,046 (2019) to $55,015 (2026), with 28,003 for sale at US dealers. Our NHTSA complaint analysis flags 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 as years to avoid within this generation. NHTSA lists 25 recall campaigns covering 4th Gen model years.
4th Gen Sierra 1500 by model year: price and reliability
| Model year | Median price | Median miles | Listings | Reliability | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Sierra 1500 | $55,015 | 9,129 mi | 3,490 | No avoid flag | by year → | 2 |
| 2025 Sierra 1500 | $45,447 | 31,688 mi | 5,178 | No avoid flag | by year → | 1 |
| 2024 Sierra 1500 | $43,635 | 37,140 mi | 5,443 | Avoid | by year → | 1 |
| 2023 Sierra 1500 | $41,269 | 50,360 mi | 4,260 | Avoid | by year → | 3 |
| 2022 Sierra 1500 | $39,296† | 64,814 mi | 1,674 | Avoid | by year → | 6 |
| 2021 Sierra 1500 | $33,064 | 85,583 mi | 3,598 | Avoid | by year → | 7 |
| 2020 Sierra 1500 | $31,549 | 94,656 mi | 2,439 | Avoid | by year → | 12 |
| 2019 Sierra 1500 | $30,046† | 97,670 mi | 1,462 | Avoid | by year → | 10 |
Complaint counts are NHTSA owner complaints for that model year where our per-year dataset covers it; newer years link to their problems page. † From our earlier depreciation listings study (same method).
Common 4th Gen Sierra 1500 problems
Generation-level component data isn't available yet; these are NHTSA complaint components across all Sierra 1500 model years.
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| Electrical system | 5,172 |
| Engine & cooling | 3,643 |
- Electrical system: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system, and have the car scanned for stored fault codes.
- Engine: cold-start it yourself and listen for ticking or knocking; check for oil leaks, low coolant and a lit check-engine light, and ask for oil-change records.
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GMC Sierra 1500 4th Gen (2019–2026) FAQ
What are the best years of the 4th Gen Sierra 1500?
None of the 4th Gen years scores as a "best" year in our NHTSA complaint analysis; the ones without an avoid flag are 2025 and 2026.
What years of the 4th Gen Sierra 1500 should I avoid?
Avoid 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 — flagged on severity-weighted NHTSA complaints against the Sierra 1500's other model years.
What are the common problems with the 4th Gen Sierra 1500?
Across all Sierra 1500 model years (generation-level data isn't available yet), NHTSA complaints concentrate in electrical system (5,172) and engine & cooling (3,643). 25 recall campaigns cover these years.
How much is a used 4th Gen Sierra 1500?
Median asking prices run from $30,046 for a 2019 to $55,015 for a 2026 (Nov 7, 2026). 28,003 were listed at US dealers.