The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH to 50 MPH, the vehicle shuddered and made a shuddering sound while shifting between gears. Additionally, the contact stated that the engine lifters and camshaft were previously replaced. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The traction control warning light was intermittently illuminated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by phone and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact was referred to a dealer to determine whether the failures were associated with a recall for coverage consideration. The contact stated that a coworker's vehicle experienced an identical transmission failure, and a transmission specialist diagnosed that issue as a torque converter failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
2017 GMC Sierra 1500: shudder or vibration when accelerating
20 of the 357 complaints about the 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 describe shudder or vibration when accelerating.
- owner complaints
- 20
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- typical mileage
- 56,000
- recalls
- 0
Shudder or vibration when accelerating by model year
What owners say
After 38,000 miles and 8 years of normal service (mix of city, highway, and 10% towing), my 8L90 transmission began to shudder occasionally. The problem first became apparent when driving slightly uphill, on cruise control at about 50 mph, or while slightly accelerating on a flat road, with no load in the box, and no trailer. It felt like I was driving across a rough patch of asphalt or rumble strips. Every half mile or so, it would shudder. Slowing down or speeding up stopped the rumble. The problem proved not to be caused by tires, U-joints, or AFM. The problem in fact was caused by defective GM transmission fluid, which was sold as "sealed for life", and rated for 200,000 miles, as factory-installed. That proved to be BS. If not repaired, this problem would lead to transmission lockup and/or lack of propulsion, which could contribute to a vehicle crash. The problem was solved by installing AMSOIL Signature Series Fuel-Efficient 100% Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, Product Code: ATLTP-CA. If GM properly cared for their customers, to make up for false advertising at the time of purchase, GM should publish and pay for GM Service Bulletin #20-NA-142, for all 8L90 owners, instructing owners to replace their transmission fluid every 5 years or 40,000 miles, whichever comes first.
Transmission Hard shifts 1-2 or 2-3 Delayed engagement into Drive/Reverse Shudder at 30–60 mph Slipping under light throttle Clunk when stopping The risk I've described to the dealer is that the hard shifts at stop and go in heavy traffic situations could cause and accident. Yes the issue has been confirmed at the dealer and they replaced the transmission. That did not resolve the issue. It has not been inspected. No warnings.
I had to replace my transmission at 71902 miles. I complained to Flow GMC dealership over seven times about the Vibration , jerking, shaking and shuddering. Most of the time when I carried they said they can not duplicate the problem. On Feb. 05, 2025 I was driving and stopped at a stop light when I pulled off the vehicle started vibrating, shaking and had a hard jerk. I thought someone had ran in the back of me but that was not the case . I had it pulled in to Flow GMC they checked it out and said the transmission need to be replaced. I had it replaced at the dealership. I had to pay $7782 to get a new transmission. I read were they being are all on some GMC models. I want to know why the 2017 GMC has not been recalled.
The affected vehicle is a 2017 gmc sierra 1500 4x4 crew cab truck with less than 34k miles. While driving the vehicle today the brakes became very hard, like a loss of power brakes. Felt like there was a loss of vacumn. At slow speed in reverse the brakes "shuddered" when applied. Have not taken it to a dealer as it just happened while traveling. Cheched for information for symptoms online and found gm had initiated a recall for this issue so I checked the nhts web site to see it my vehicle had a recall. System indicated 0 unrepaired recalls for my vehicle. So wanted to report the issue.
8L90 transmission shudders and jolts forward at low speeds. Delayed acceleration when accelerating from a stop.
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated and shuddered upon depression of the accelerator pedal with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was initially taken to a dealer where the dealer found no defects with the vehicle. The contact was then informed that the shuddering was normal operation. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic and the mechanic discovered a defect with the bell housing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 29,000.
8 speed transmission shudder reported by GMC for my model. My truck has 35,500 miles and has the shudder posted in a technical service bulletin by GM. The supposed fix is x 20 quart fluid flush, new filter, and flash the computer. GM will not cover under any warranty as they say this is a “fluid change” even though the manual says this fluid should not be changed until 72,000 miles. The dealerships act like they are just hearing about this which is a total lie. They were told over a year ago if they had any new on lot to change the transmission fluid to mobile one synthetic before selling them. This should be a recall as GM knew this was an issue during manufacture. This is a $1200 repair that should be covered by GM.
The vehicle would shudder when trying to accelerate. I almost was hit by a semi truck trying to merge onto the freeway. Made an appointment with the mechanic then a couple days later I was at a stop sign and the vehicle would not accelerate at all. I placed in park the tried shifting back into drive and still nothing. I had to turn the vehicle on and off twice before I was able to shift it in drive an it actully would accelerate. Even then it would shudder and not accelerate fully. Very dangerous. Just hit 100k miles. GMC Certified Mechanic said the transmission is shot and needs to be replaced. Cost to replace over $6,000.00 Bought the truck in 2020 for $35,500 and just paid it off.
Transmission shifting hard. Shuddering around 60-65 mph
The transmission is shuddering, hard shifting, shuddering and lunging into gear. It is the 6L80 transmission Also has little to no power, took it to the dealership for diagnosis and they say the transmission is bad, torque converter is also bad sending metal throughout the rest of the transmission.
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced severe transmission shudder and was vibrating while driving up inclines. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the transmission torque converter was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000. The VIN was not available.
Service bulletins that may apply
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- This service bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or...
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Related recalls
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Questions about the 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 shudder
Is shudder or vibration when accelerating a common problem on the 2017 GMC Sierra 1500?
20 of 357 owner complaints about the 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 (6%) mention shudder or vibration when accelerating. The model year with the most reports is 2018.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2017 GMC Sierra 1500?
There are 0 recalls and 94 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2017 GMC Sierra 1500
Check engine light 28Harsh shifting 28Jerking 26Transmission failure 24Stalling 16Engine failure 14Loss of power 14Brake failure 13Hesitation 12Spongy pedal 10Slipping 8Steering lock-up 8Fire or smoke 7Misfire 6Power steering loss 6Won't shift 6Sudden acceleration 5
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