2011 GMC Sierra
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 GMC Sierra is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 25 on record.
2011 GMC Sierra at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2011 GMC Sierra recalls 2
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra LD, Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ignition lock actuator may bind, making turning the key difficult or causing the ignition to get stuck in the "Start" position.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ignition lock housing, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 12, 2015. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for t…
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV; CHEVROLET SILVERADO HD, SILVERADO LD, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; AND GMC SIERRA HD, SIERRA LD, YUKON, AND YUKON XL VEHICLES. THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT ATTACHING BOLTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION.
Fix: GM DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND ENSURE THAT THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT BOLTS ARE TIGHTENED TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT JULY 13, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-800-458-8006, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 AND GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2011 GMC Sierra MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2011 GMC Sierra worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2011 GMC Sierra costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($24,278) with the same model 4 model-years older ($17,528), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2011 GMC Sierra trims & engines on record
2011 GMC Sierra vehicles on record
2011 GMC Sierra SLE1GT120C83BF236190
2011 GMC Sierra SL1GTR2UEA3BZ242502
2011 GMC Sierra SLE1GT120CG5BF167316
2011 GMC Sierra SLE1GTN1VEA7BZ155211
2011 GMC Sierra SLT1GT121CG4BF168351
2011 GMC Sierra SLE1GT220C83BZ426848
2011 GMC Sierra SLE3GTP1VE03BG213573
2011 GMC Sierra SLE1GT210CG3BZ113521
2011 GMC Sierra SLT1GT524C85BZ389449
2011 GMC Sierra Denali1GT426C83BF157151
2011 GMC Sierra SLT1GT121C82BF252287
2011 GMC Sierra SLT1GT121C84BF114458
2011 GMC Sierra SLT3GTP2WE30BG242283
2011 GMC Sierra SLE3GTP2VE36BG305722
2011 GMC Sierra SL1GTR1UEA9BZ310868
2011 GMC Sierra SLE3GTP2VE2XBG402493
2011 GMC Sierra Denali3GTP2XE27BG200755
2011 GMC Sierra SLE1GT120C80BF109865
2011 GMC Sierra SLT3GTP2WE22BG177993
2011 GMC Sierra SLE3GTP2VE38BG357529
2011 GMC Sierra SLE3GTP2VE33BG125498
2011 GMC Sierra SLE3GTP2VE31BG159973
2011 GMC Sierra SLE3GTP2VE3XBG143464
2011 GMC Sierra SLT1GTR2WE39BZ128081
Other GMC Sierra model years
2011 GMC Sierra — frequently asked questions
Does the 2011 GMC Sierra have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2011 GMC Sierra. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What gas mileage does the 2011 GMC Sierra get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2011 GMC Sierra at about 17 mpg combined (15 city / 20 highway).
How much is a 2011 GMC Sierra worth?
Comparable 2011 GMC Sierra listings run roughly $12,995–$41,995, typically around $24,278 (from 18 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.