The refreshed 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 has begun landing at General Motors dealerships in the U.S. after production setbacks delayed the truck’s arrival.
GM Authority came across a handful of photos on social media this week showing different refreshed 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 models sitting either indoors in dealership showrooms, or outdoors on the lot. Production of the full-size pickup began at the GM Silao Assembly facility in Mexico on February 21st, two weeks later than the initially planned start date of February 7th. Production of the pickup is set to begin at the GM Fort Wayne Assembly facility in Indiana on March 14th, later than the initially scheduled March 6th. Unlike the closely related Chevy Silverado 1500, the GMC Sierra 1500 will not be produced at the GM Oshawa Assembly plant in Ontario, Canada.
While customers may see the refreshed 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 on dealer lots, it’s likely the truck will still be somewhat hard to come by in the coming weeks as GM works to ramp up production amid sustained high demand for its full-size truck models. In the meantime, interested parties can use the online configurator tool to build their preferred 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 specification and view a complete pricing breakdown. The configurator tool went live on GMC’s website earlier this month.
The refreshed 2022 GMC Sierra introduces an all-new redesigned exterior, a heavily overhauled interior with new technologies, including new standard and available display screens. This updated model also adds two new available trim levels: the off-road-focused AT4X and the lavishly appointed Denali Ultimate. The truck is available with four powertrains, including the turbocharged 2.7L I4 L3B gasoline engine (now producing 24 percent more torque for a maximum of 430 pound-feet), as well as the atmospheric 5.3L V8 L84 and 6.2L V8 L87 gasoline engines, and the 3.0L I6 LM2 turbo-diesel Duramax.
Pricing for the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 will start at $34,995 including the destination freight charge for the entry-level Pro trim level.
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They look sharp!
Looks very plasticly
What do you mean?
The material plastic. You’ve never heard of that before?
You ever heard of Ram? Ford? Toyota? Heck, Porsche before?
We are talking about the vehicle in this article jake. I’m sorry you got triggered because I gave my opinion.
tell me a vehicle that does not have plastic in it… your opinion has no basis unless you have a good answer. What vehicle do you own or will you buy that does not look plasticly.
Just placed my order 2 days ago and was told its about a 4 month wait.
AT4 Carbon Pro Duramax, Titanium Rush Metallic
This is gonna be the longest 4 months of my life.
Lucky you are! Ordered a truck back in july, got cancelled before the Holidays, had to put up another order this time for the updated model, I still do not have an ETA, only thing I have is a confirmation that it has been factory accepted.
It s been 8 months now.
So factory accepted could mean 1100 – Preliminary order Accepted or 2000 which means the dealer has an allocation and is Accepted for production. 1100 means, you’re in the queue – no commitment to be built until the unit is picked up by GM. Typically orders are picked up on Saturdays and Tuesdays and GM let’s the dealers know by Thursday which units they have picked up for production – goes to status 2000.
Thank you for the info
Where do you find your status? When I placed my order Feb 2nd the dealer emailed me the order number and order details and on March 4th I recieved an email from GMC saying congratulations, your order has been received for production.
Great insight. Thanks. Looks like my new Denali has been accepted for production (2000).
I ordered that exact same combo on Dec. 16th. Still hasn’t been accepted by GM to build. I look forward to you getting yours before I get mine…send pictures!
Ordered an AT4 Dec 14, 2021. I t was made 3-8-22. I’m waiting on an estimated arrival date at the dealer. Hope it’s soon.
Where are these located? I’ve never seen trucks get built and delivered in less than 4 weeks…
Most likely these were pre-production units. They were GM issued orders put thru the floor to train production personnel and ensure production line was laying flat. They went thru all the same quality checks as true production units so they could actually sell them.
I did a build on the GMC page and hit view inventory… it shows 366 units as of yesterday in transit… that was just on the Denali trim…. So I would think that production either started before the 21st or there are a bunch of pre-production models sitting somewhere.
I’ve been watching that myself – waiting for GM to pick up my order that is @ 1100. My dealer had me put in a reservation for $100 to tie my order to it. It’s funny though from what I can see, doesn’t look like any Titanium has been built yet… I’m wondering if that color is constrained at the moment.
I just noticed the same re: titanium rush. I’ve asked my dealer if changing the color would speed things up and I’m waiting to hear back.
When I placed my order the dealer told me Titanium Rush was a color that wouldn’t be readily available for 6-8 months. That was back in December.
Looks like I’ll be changing my requested color to onyx black.
@Stan-
Is the color change based on your dealer giving an update on the Titanium Rush being delayed? I have a Titanium Rush AT4 ordered, did your dealer find out some additional info?
From what I know, Titanium Rush is not available at this point – not sure I heard could be not until 2023.
I just noticed G6M is listed as the paint code for Titanium Rush Metallic.
It is also listed as the paint code for Dark Ash Metallic on the suburban and tahoe. Seems like the same color too.
And there are quite of few suburbans and tahoes having been produced with that color.
Most seem to be in Texas, as they are coming up from the Mexico plant. The main image truck is at James Wood in Denton, TX according to the advertising license plate on the front. I will personally wait until Ft. Wayne-produced trucks start showing up. I know it may not matter to some, but I want my truck to have a ‘1’ as the first character of the VIN.
Red:
Actually the quality and fit / finish of the Mexican assembled vehicles has statistically proven to be better than USA assembled vehicles.
That’s what I’m been waiting for
The price went up
The price went up and the options went down. No heated seats or steering wheels! For the kind if money they’re asking for these trucks that’s a deal breaker.
It’s has heated seats and wheel, technically, just not the chips to make them operable. Chips can be installed at a later date once supply returns… Easier said than done of course. But it is at no cost to the owne.
GM has already stated that the higher trim levels (Denali, Denali ultimate and High Country) would come with all of those features functioning. Not stating any other trim levels, I would assume those will need a chip installed after purchase.
Options did go down…. As in there are more standard features on the refresh that you don’t need to option. There are almost no options on the top trims as everything is now included. This goes down to the mid trims as heated steering wheels and power sets are now standard as well. Only the Pro trim sees more options as they now let you get SLE options on the pro trim.
Every like that cheap plastic front end , and the unfinshed cheap plastic wheel lip moldings , unfinshed plastic on front bumper, unfinished plastic on rear bumper steps , cheap, cheap, cheap , GM bean counters , just think how your 85K truck will look in 3 years when you want to trade and it and the truck looks 8 years old and the economy slows , and your offered 30K on your 3 year old truck that you still owe 55K on it, thanks the cheap GM bean counters.
Good job. Especially if equipped with a baby Duramax.
Nice!!!!
How long before they are being shipped to Canada?
we have some on the way
Super bummed! Went to my local dealership to order the Denali Ultimate and found out that it is only available with a Short Bed. IMHO, it is a big miss on the part of GMC. The good news is that I LOVE my 2019 AT4 and I’ve had zero issues so maybe it is a sign that I should keep it a while longer, lol.
if you are waiting for a 2022 refreshed model SLT with x31 0ff road pk. you better be patient my dealer cannot even order
one now, I was told if i did not want the x 31 pk. he could place my order now. I want that pk. I got a reservation confirmed in 0ctober 28 ,2021 for 2022 GMC SLT crew cab. i do not understand the order that GMC has for the build order. i guess i will keep on waiting or go shopping for other brands or keep on driving my 2018 GMC SLT. I would at least like to get order
confirmed then i could wait.
When does the 2023 Sierra start production? I bought my 2020 Sierra in September 2019. The 2022 started production very late. Will the 2023 start in the fall?
I am struggling between the Onyx Black or the Titanium Rush; please HELP!
Me too! I’ve always had Black Onyx but damn, Titanium Rush looks GREAT! I need to see it in person to make my final decision.
Same here- it looks hot as an elevation
My dad and both my brother-in-laws ordered black. I rolled the dice and ordered titanium rush metallic. I wanted a dark color that looks black at night but has some pop in the sun. Your best bet is to go on YouTube and search “Denali ultimate” since that is the color they launched it with. From what I can tell, it’s a really dark gunmetal with a bluish hue to it.
I believe the Titanium Rush paint may be constrained – I thought I read it somewhere. Of the few hundred produced, none were Titanium.
I ordered the Denali in Cayenne Red(wanted the Ultimate but it didnt come in red). The dealer told me the truck has been picked up to be built but it didnt have VIN(i was not able to make changes at this point). I did not receive any emails yet from GMC. How long is the waiting time from being “picked up to be built” until i receive an email from GMC with vin. From there, how long before its delivered to dealership? Thanks
My AT4 Canyon was “picked up” and then completely built within 10 work days. No news on if it’s shipped yet though. 🙂
So many of us are in status 1100 – Preliminary Order; once it’s picked up by GM is goes to status 2000. Then once its accepted by production control it goes to 3000. At status 3300 – it is scheduled for production
My understanding is until you hit 3000 you can make changes.
You should follow-up with your dealer as to what status it’s at. If it was picked up over a week ago – it’s most likely at 3000 or 3300.
Usually it’s approx. 4 – 6 weeks from this stage.
I received an email from GMC about 2 weeks ago saying my order was accepted, so I assume Im at status 2000. Has anyone seen or have an estimated time frame as to when it goes to status 3000?
Placed my order back in Mid-Jan for Denali Ultimate in white. Haven’t heard a thing since.
The Indiana plant seems to be building the Ultimates and it’s been shutdown since Friday 2 weeks ago… so hopefully we here something.., I ordered in Dec and I’m sitting at just that myself
I placed my order on a 3.0 CarbonPro AT4 on December 15th. I spoke to the dealer today, he said last week was his first week he could order 1/2 tons without major constraints on trim and motor configurations. Not sure if that was a restriction to all dealers or if it’s a lower volume location that has just been given additional allocations…Whatever the case, it now shows GM has accepted my order and is (finally) moving forward with production, however I don’t have a production date. Is it fair to assume the CarbonPros are only being built in Fort Wayne? My assumption is they can’t give a production date when the factory is on idle until next week? Hopefully your Ultimate gets a picked up soon! I’m blown away they aren’t building Ultimates yet. I would have thought they’d want the flagships out and driving around catching eyeballs.
curious to see how this is going to play out when these so called refreshes are on the lot with the current 2022 Limited or what ever you call them (left over 2021’s). and when you go into the dealer and see 2 different 2022 models. the dealer near us has a ton of the limited lined up,so if these other ones show up this is gonna be good. they will probably get away with it some how like back in the 70’s when GM was putting 350 chevy V8’s in Caddys etc.
Yeah I am curious how they will do that- will have to make sure it is not a Limited; and when will they indroduce the 2023s- and what will those look like/ change in features/ packages etc…
A friend of mine told me today that for this weeks consensus – TPW of 4/11 – 4/17 there are no AT4’s, AT4X’s or Denali Ultimates. I was optimistic my AT4 Standard Bed would get picked up this week. Looks like there are less than 50 units available 6.2L V8 in the country – go figure – looks like it’s going to be slower than anticipated.
MRV861792:
My suggestion to you is go with the Duramax. It is a much more efficient, safer, and longer lasting engine than the 6.2L gasoline engine. Also gasoline engines run much hotter than diesel engines and catch fire much more easily. All the scorch – burn marks you see along the shoulders of interstate highways are mostly from gasoline engines that have caught fire from one thing or another. One of the many reasons that savvy German motorists prefer Diesel engines, and another which has made the Ram-Cummins collaboration so successful. Go Diesel!
While I did order the 3.0L for my new AT4 (purely for MPG and great low rpm torque), I can argue your view of it being longer lasting. My current 2010 Silverado with the 6.2L has never seen the shop and has almost 165k hard driven miles on it. We already know that the Duramax will need to see the shop at 100k to have a belt replaced which will cost at least $1,000. Also, it is still a relatively new motor. But I do agree the diesel is quite a bit more efficient.
I actually am going with the 3.0L Duramax – the challenge is – no AT4’s picked up at all this week.
MRV861792
Good call on the baby Duramax. You will be pleased.
Stay with the same brand / weight of engine oil throughout the life of the engine. Also change fuel filter per factory schedule. Recommend installing a second aftermarket fuel filter for extra protection, and use Power Service Diesel Kleen Cetane Boost injector cleaner and performance improver endorsed by Cummins. Available at Wal Mart. Part No.3080 from Power Service Products, Inc. of Weatherford, Texas. A+
@David Alan Murray-
How often are you using the Cetane Boost Injector Cleaner?
KMR56
Good call for you on the baby Duramax. See my comment to MRV861792, about the Duramax care and maintenance. Follow this and you will be pleased.
I have a 1998 GMC Suburban 2500, 6.5 diesel with piston underspray, original guts, heads, block, belt with 535,013 trouble free miles on it. No rust, living in Nevada, and love it.
They built em better back then. No pollution crapola on the engine and much less unnecessary electronics to impress the geeks and skinny jeans crowd.
Definitely appreciate that maintenance/care info. Thank you.
Has anyone with a Denali Ultimate order been picked up yet? Seem to be the only trim that hasn’t been produced yet.
Dealer told me that my truck has been picked up to be built however I never received an email from GMC. I ordered the Denali with the super-cruise package(Ultimate didn’t come in red tintcoat). There are 833 “In Transit” but none with the Super cruise and no Denali Ultimate’s.
From what I’ve read, Ulitmates have yet to start production. AT4’s and AT4X’s last week there were no orders picked up. And, Denali’s without 6.2L are being picked up. Last week, there were only 48 6.2L engines available across the entire US.
I have a AT4 ordered and talking to GMC online was told my truck was at 3400, with a build date of 3/21/22. I will check next week to see if has moved on from 3400.
DC… I am in same exact boat as you, AT4 with a TPW of 3/21. Followed up with the dealer and they said in production with an estimated completion of end of the month. Checked today and still in production. Any update on yours?
Hey Mike, Last Friday 3/25 I was still at 3400. They only good news was today I did get an email from GMC saying my truck was being built. So hopefully it won’t be long before I have a Vin! Unfortunately my Dealer Salesman is not that productive in updates. I am relying on emails from GMC and checking in with advisors on the GMC website. My build is a AT4, Duramax, premium package. Black Onyx.
Hey DC… almost identical build except I got the Quicksilver. I also received the same email today from GMC saying my truck is being built. I plan on following up with my dealership on Friday. Best of luck man… keep me posted.
Mike,
Got an email from GMC yesterday saying my truck had been built. Woot woot!
Hell Yeah!! Congrats bro!
Did they give you an estimate on when it would be delivered to your dealership?
Hey DC
Did your dealer give you any estimates regarding delivery? My build was completed on Tuesday but my dealer has no information yet.
Congratulations! I contacted my dealer. I was able to get a VIN and was told my forecasted arrival date was 4/20. Based off my VIN my truck is coming from Mexico.
I placed my order on Feb 2nd and received an email that my order was “accepted for production” on March 4th. Contacted GMC thru thru the chat on the GMC website and was informed my Target Production week was 3/21. Contacted the dealer today and was informed that my truck is half way through production with an estimated completion near end of the month.
I placed my order on Feb 2nd and received an email that my order was “accepted for production” on March 4th. Contacted GMC thru thru the chat on the GMC website and was informed my Target Production week was 3/21. Contacted the dealer today and was informed that my truck is half way through production with an estimated completion near end of this month.
Is there a way to look up GM’s manufacturing schedule? I ordered a refreshed AT4 8 weeks ago. The dealer I ordered from said for the past four weeks no AT4s have been manufactured at all. I’d like to corroborate this if possible.
Ace…
My AT4 went into production the week of March 21st and was completed April 6th. Truck was assembled in Mexico and now in Flint at distribution center waiting on shipment. Back in the comments there was another AT4 with the same production start week and he’s finished on April 1st, I believe.
Took delivery of my 2022 AT4X, replacing 2021 Ram Limited.
Very nice truck thus far. Multi-flex speakers/audio on back order at this point. Did get hit with a $5k “market adjustment” from the dealer, which sucks…. But at the same time i could have opted not to purchase.
Dealerships are charging $10,000 above MSRP in NJ for the Ultimate
You can expect this going forward as long as the car market stays messed up with constraints and chip shortages.
There was zero new car inventory at Dove Creek Ford and Implement when I drove through Dove Creek, Colorado yesterday afternoon. Only a few used vehicles and farm equipment. Never seen anything like this. They have been a Ford dealer for over 60 years. They always had a string of new Ford pickups. Amazing.
I was told that If you ordered it and locked in on a price, they cant charge you Market adjustment? Its crazy that you can place an order and be forced to pay more
I have tried to order a GMC since August 2021. It was canceled or rejected due one thing or another. Ordered a new 2022 GMC Denali 1500 with a 6.2 on 2/26/22 still waiting on factory to approve. 8 weeks and still waiting for it to be approved and then have to wait for it to get build and shipped to dealer. More than likely it will be a year since I started this process to finally have one in hand. Bad GM
2 months in and still waiting for it to be accepted at the factory. Dealer has no idea of when it might be accepted. I was also talking to my salesman today about the super cruise, according to him if I add it to the truck it will delay truck even longer. Even though GM is advertising this feature heavy. So if they can’t build a truck with it then why advertise it.
Mine is built and has been bayed in Mexico for 3 weeks already with no sign of it shipping to the dealership I bought it from anytime soon. Pretty frustrating with camping season around the corner.
Have anyone ordered “The Ultimate” and received their vehicle?