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Oil Filters Maintenance Fluids Parts Torque Value Costs Towing Recalls TSBs The 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 takes 5W-30 Synthetic Blend with a total capacity of 6 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 15mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 25 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the ACDelco PF48, with 2 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 5 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
Data last verified: April 30, 2026
Quick DIY Tips for the 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 Torque your drain plug to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (ACDelco PF48) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 5W-30 Synthetic Blend as specified by GMC — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval.
Maintenance schedule Choose interval 5,000 miles 7,500 miles 10,000 miles 15,000 miles 20,000 miles 30,000 miles 50,000 miles 60,000 miles 90,000 miles 100,000 miles Select a mileage interval above to see scheduled maintenance items.
Safety recalls5 10V643000
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT, CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO LD AND GMC SIERRA LD VEHICLES. THE REAR AXLE CROSS PINS WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND COULD FRACTURE AND BECOME DISPLACED WITHIN THE REAR AXLE. SHOULD THE PIN SHIFT OUT OF POSITION, IT COULD CREATE AN INTERFERENCE CONDITION AND CAUSE THE REAR AXLE TO LOCK.
11V007000
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, COLORADO, EXPRESS, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; AND GMC CANYON, SIERRA, SAVANA, YUKON AND YUKON XL VEHICLES. THE REAR AXLE CROSS PINS WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND COULD FRACTURE AND BECOME DISPLACED WITHIN THE REAR AXLE. SHOULD THE PIN SHIFT OUT OF POSITION, IT COULD CREATE AN INTERFERENCE CONDITION AND CAUSE THE REAR AXLE TO LOCK.
18V267000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain Plastic-Handle Fire Extinguishers or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
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Technical Service Bulletins689 All categories STEERING POWER TRAIN EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL UNKNOWN OR OTHER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:POWER STEERING FLUID STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR EQUIPMENT STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS SUSPENSION: ADJUSTMENT:MANUAL SUSPENSION WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS ENGINE EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL SEATS POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:THROTTLE:THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS) ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES VISIBILITY ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL SEAT BELTS FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM STRUCTURE EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE STRUCTURE:BODY SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST SERVICE BRAKES POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY TIRES ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR WHEELS VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE EXTERIOR LIGHTING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC) SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER AIR BAGS AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:HYBRID MANAGEMENT EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SENSORS SUSPENSION: ADJUSTMENT:AUTOMATIC ELECTRICAL/HYDRAULIC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE VISIBILITY/WIPER EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:FLASHER UNIT SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DRUM STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
130232001 STEERING 2013-05-01
Power Steering Noise or Fluid Leak from Power Steering Pump, Gear or High Pressure Hose During Extreme Low Temperature Conditions
090730018C POWER TRAIN 2012-10-01
Warranty Administration ? Change in Automatic Transmission Add Condition Documentation and Claim Submission
130089004I EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL 2014-05-01
Car and Truck Fix it Right the First Time Issues
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