The start of regular production (SORP) for the light-duty 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 is scheduled to begin on August 29th. Unfortunately, parts constraints will be in effect from the moment production commences, GM Authority has learned.
The multi-position GMC MultiPro tailgate will be under constraint on the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 in the base Pro level in the Double Cab and Crew Cab configurations from the start of production, although it will remain available to order on the Regular Cab model. Additionally, certain model configurations in the SLE, Elevation and SLT trim levels, which typically come standard with this feature, will instead feature the Standard Tailgate (RPO code QK1). Customers who purchase models affected by this change will receive a cash credit of a yet-to-be-determined value, which will appear on the vehicle’s window sticker.
Availability for the MultiPro tailgate on the AT4, AT4X, Denali and Denali Ultimate trim levels has not changed and will still be offered as standard equipment on these models from the start of production next month.
The 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 sees the introduction of the new 3.0L I6 LZ0 turbodiesel Duramax engine to the powertrain lineup. The new LZ0 engine replaces the 3.0L I6 LM2 engine option and is expected to offer the same performance/output specs with improved emissions and/or fuel economy.
In addition to the aforementioned LZ0 turbodiesel, the GMC Sierra 1500’s powertrain lineup will also include the turbocharged 2.7L I4 L3B gasoline engine, the naturally aspirated 5.3L V8 L84 gasoline engine, and the naturally aspirated 6.2L V8 L87 gasoline engine. The full-size truck rides on the GM T1 platform, with production taking place at the GM Fort Wayne plant in Indiana and GM Silao plant in Mexico.
The Rear Park Assist feature (RPO code UD7) for 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 was previously under constraint for the Pro, SLE, and Elevation trim levels, however this shortage was recently resolved.
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I can’t get GM to build me a truck let alone a tailgate.
You need to move to Brazil, they have them.
I have a white multi-pro tailgate for trade +cash if anyone with a white truck is interested 🙃 #IBoughtOffTheLot #2WeeksOld
I have been waiting two months for an update on a truck I am trying to get built, at the end of this month the 2023 model will start
I dented mine. How much do you want for yours
I’m still waiting on the computer chips to come in for my 2022 model. No Ac/Heat Seats / No Parking Alerts ( Already bumped the wall twice in my garage. Should have kept my 2018 GMC – at least all that stuff worked on it.
Ordered GMC Sierra 1500 elevation with the 3.0 almost 3 months ago and got a call from dealership telling me that preferred packages I wanted are under constraint and my custom order isn’t going to be built unless I take a lesser truck. Like really, tell us that we can custom order get us all excited and can’t even build the truck we want. it’s BS if you ask me. I have a 2019 Sierra elevation now on trade in for the 2022 in the meantime putting more kilometers on it so when or if this new truck does arrive my trade-in is depreciated. I don’t know if I’m going to get this truck cuz I don’t want the lesser than what they offer so could be a deal breaker with me. Might just keep the 2019 or trade it in and go with one of the other guys. GM really disappointed, get your sh!t together.
How many months does it take gm to get a suppler to manufacture a tailgate. It’s not a specialty item like chips.gm should be firing those in charge.
When 2023 production starts (8/29/22) will they produce all trim levels at that time or will they only make the lower level trims? This I what my dealer is telling me. Several months ago I ordered a ’22 AT4 with the 3.0 LM2 Duramax. (production date now is set for 8/8/22) I’m wondering why not wait 3 more weeks for a ’23 model with the new LZ0 engine since I’ve already waited all summer. but dealer say ’23 AT4 won’t be on the lot until Nov. Advice?
Yes Rick! Me too, what the heck takes so long..I want these sensors and it looks like they are putting them in other vehicles now.
I feel everyone’s pain. I ordered a Denali sierra in November and production date was moved back 4 times until it was finally produced on 27 June. Now it has been sitting in Mexico apparently waiting transportation. No movement in sight. GM and dealer are not in agreement on the status and why. Dealer and msrp has now been increased by over 6k with no explanation other than a shoulder shrug from the sales manager. I agree that GM lacks leadership from the top down and is driving me to another brand.
Same boat (no pun intended)… Original TPW for my Denali was 3/14, finally produced on 6/1 and still sitting in Mexico with no ETA. Outrageous that they would even consider building another model year until they get all of these completed, along with the options that are missing from our 2022’s.
So glad I bought my Sierra Denali before Covid and all the supply chain issues. Almost 5 years and 160 kms later and it’s still the best vehicle I’ve ever owned.
Ordered a 2022 GMC 3500 Denali (LOADED/LOADED) on March 5, got it last Wednesday. Guess it’s the luck of the 🍀
Did you get it with all the chips?? All features working?
why does my tailgate not lock when dr. is locked .I if with tools or other gear in bed of truck. it could be stolen while parked it would be gone.