2014 GMC Sierra 1500 visibility problems

Filed Dec 17, 2025 · Visibility · 156,800 miles · ID

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. While the contact's husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware that there was smoke coming from the rear window and the window shattered. The contact stated that the defroster was operating during the failure. The contact stated that the shattered glass had fallen on the contact's minor son, who was seated in the rear seat. The son had not sustained any injuries. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the repair was previously performed and covered under the warranty. The contact was informed that the current repair was not covered under warranty. The contact was advised to contact the federal safety agency Hotline to report the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 156,800.

Filed Mar 30, 2022 · Visibility · 55,300 miles · VA

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the air conditioning system was activated however, there was no air circulation. The contact stated that the failure of the HVAC system caused the defogger and defroster functions to be inoperable. The contact stated that due to the failure of the HVAC system to properly defrost the windows, the visibility was reduced while driving. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed and the contact was informed of a leak in the condenser. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 55,300. The consumer stated the defrost and defogger are not inoperable, but performance is degraded. The repairs were completed by Suttle Motor Corporation on March 28, 2022.

Filed Feb 28, 2022 · Electrical, Visibility · 150,000 miles · IL · fire · 1 injury

The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 - 15 MPH with the rear defroster activated on the rear powered sliding window, there was a sizzling sound, and started smelling smoke inside the vehicle. The contact pulled over, stopped, exited the vehicle, started inspecting inside the rear of the vehicle; and saw smoke on the driver’s side rear of the vehicle, between the window and the seatback. While the contact was bent over trying to ascertain where the smoke was coming from, the driver’s side rear window exploded. The contact poured water on the window to put out the smoke. During the explosion the contact sustained a mild concussion and severe earache that lasted for two days; however, medical attention was not needed. The Fire Department and Police Department were contacted and notified of the failure. The contact was informed by the Fire Department that the cause was an electrical system fire. The vehicle was driven to the local dealer to be diagnosed however, the cause for the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was contacted regarding the failure but no assistance was offered. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Feb 23, 2020 · Visibility · 108,000 miles · OH

Went through car wash this afternoon, upon leaving the car wash attempted to use the wipers to clean excess water off windshield. The wipers failed to work at all, tried all speeds and still nothing. All other functions on the lever work as expected, such as wiper fluid, turn signals, ect. Lucky I was near home and not far away and caught in rain where the situation could have became much more serious.

Filed Feb 12, 2020 · Body, Engine · SC

Began running rough bad lifters. Also interior is beginning to rust. Hheadlights are terrible it aka nearly impossible to see.

Filed Jun 22, 2019 · Driver assistance, Visibility · 74,000 miles · LA

Takata recall, parking assist sensors quit working. Abs lights stay on with the alert "service stabilitrak". Manufacture faulty electrical ground is possibly the source of the problem. My truck is not even 5 years old yet. There have already been a lot of reports of this same issue by other owners. This is a safety problem that can cause collisions when depending on this feature to work.

Filed Jun 12, 2019 · Visibility · 34,600 miles · PA

While driving in the rain the windshield wipers just stop working, the head light indicator comes on and there is no response from windshield wipers, the rain gets harder and turned the wipers back off the headlight indicator goes off, try turning the windshield wipers back on and nothing. So when on an interstate in rain with semi trucks around you or just following another vehicle, if it is racing or pouring or whatever the weather, you need the wipers to work, this is a big problem, I have searched on line issues of this and it is something that has been a complaint from brand new and still on going. Recalls were only posted for 2 models of vehicles but the problem is with the pickups as well. The wipers are a very important part of a safe ride and it is important to have this issue fixed. The price we pay for vehicles they should be safely equipped for this price.

Filed Jul 13, 2018 · Visibility · 44,127 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 gmc sierra 1500. While driving at unknown speeds, the air conditioner unit blew out hot air through the vents. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (becker buick gmc inc, 636 east sprague ave, spokane, wa 99202) where it was diagnosed that the air condenser unit needed to be replaced. The freon had leaked out of the compartment. The contact was informed that the parts were on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened case number: [xxx]. The failure mileage was 44,127. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Dec 14, 2017 · Visibility · 39,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 gmc sierra 1500. While driving, the air conditioner blew out hot air instead of cold. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the vehicle was leaking freon. The vehicle was not repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was unable to provide further assistance. The failure mileage was 39,000.*bf consumer stated that there are many complaints about the 2014 to 2017 gm condenser leaking and going out. Consumer already informed gm (complaint) and the california epa about the problem. Having a faulty condenser that goes our means leaking freon into the atomsphere. The safety concern is if your driving and when you have a heavy moisture problem (rain) your inside windscreen could fog up and resulting to bad visibility. Updated 8/16/18

Filed Jul 10, 2017 · Visibility · 48,000 miles · PA

Ac condenser has failed and gmc is unable/unwilling to supply parts for repairs. My vehicle's problem was identified two months ago, the dealer notified me that the part is backordered and there is not eta on the part. This is a safety issue because without AC, the defroster does not work, and there is no/limited visibility.