2024 GMC Sierra HD To Get Reduced 12-Volt Power Outlet Availability
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The 2024 GMC Sierra HD introduces a mid-cycle refresh for the heavy-duty pickup, bringing styling updates, upgraded interior features and new trim levels. However, GM Authority has learned that 12-volt power outlets have been eliminated from almost all of the Sierra HD trim levels.
In the 2024 GMC Sierra HD, the front auxiliary 12-volt power outlet (RPO code KC5) will appear only in the base Pro trim, but will disappear in SLE, SLT, AT4 and Denali variants. It will also be absent in the two new trims introduced by GMC, the powerful, luxurious Denali Ultimate and the off-road oriented AT4X. The front-seat 12-volt outlet was previously standard on all 2023 GMC Sierra HD trim levels.
Meanwhile, the rear auxiliary 12-volt power outlet (RPO code KPA) is likewise absent from all 2024 GMC Sierra HD trims, though it was previously unavailable on the 2023 model-year Pro trim. This outlet was standard on 2023 SLT, AT4, and Denali trims, and optionally available on the 2023 SLE as part of the SLE Convenience Package (PCQ).
Front and rear 12-volt auxiliary power outlets were similarly eliminated from most trims of the 2024 Chevy Silverado HD. GM will continue offering household-style 400-watt, 120-volt power outlets in the 2024 GMC Sierra HD. These outlets will be located in the instrument panel and cargo bed.
The 12-volt outlet removal is part of a larger Sierra HD mid-cycle refresh rolled out in the 2024 model year. Some eagerly anticipated updates include a revamped interior for all trim levels, with luxury interior details for the SLT, AT4, and Denali trims.
The GM Sierra HD exterior receives refreshed fascia, grille, and front bumper styling this year, along with six new paint color options, including Titanium Rush Metallic, Sterling Metallic, Volcanic Red Tintcoat, Redwood Metallic, Meteorite Metallic, and Downpour Metallic. Simultaneously, GM is retiring six paint colors, namely Cayenne Red Tintcoat, Ebony Twilight Metallic, Forest Metallic, Hunter Metallic, Quicksilver Metallic, and Pacific Blue Metallic.
Additional updates include GM making Automatic Emergency Braking (RPO code UHY) standard across all trims. All trims will also receive standard IntelliBeam headlights that automatically switch high beams on or off depending on the presence of oncoming traffic. In addition, the 2024 GM Sierra HD lineup receives GCW Alert to monitor gross combination weight while towing.
GMC expects the 2024 GMC Sierra HD will steal significant sales from competitors in addition to strong purchases from highly loyal repeat customers. Start of regular production (SORP) is scheduled for February 2023.
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Stupid move GM! Your included USB/ wireless charging spots are NOT fast charge!
Exactly. It wouldn’t be as bad if they added Quick Charge 3.0 or USB-PD outlets inside instead of the underpowered ones.
Man that is so lame! I don’t want to have to start the engine to turn on the inverter, just to have to turn around and grab an AC charger for high speed charging! My GMC has faster charging USB ports than most, but it’s still only half of what my 45w 12v charger does for my phone.
I use my 12v outlets for many applications while working, towing, camping and most importantly, keeping the kids entertainment charged/powered while i do those. GM, I’m sure we all could pitch in a couple extra bucks on top of the $75k+ price tag… I’m sure those 12v outlets are budget breakers.
*aren’t budget breakers.
They are making a horrible choice. Plus the USB ports they added aren’t even quick charge or power delivery, making charging very slow or even impossible on some devices. The AC outlets require you to turn on every time you start the vehicle. It’s just a dumb thing GM is doing. If GM keeped 12v outlets in the vehicle, our family would have actually considered them for our next SUV, but right now, we are mostly set on buying a Ford.
This is the dumbest thing I have heard. Guess I’m switching to Ford. At least with their truck I can run powersaws and air compressors. I guess GM decided they not longer want to build a real truck anymore.
Yeah – Im sure this will cause someone to buy a ford. Get real.
Actually it would. Our family is looking for an SUV, it is going to either be a Ford Expedition MAX or a GMC Yukon XL. Well the lack of 12v ports in the GMC is definitely having us edge toward Ford. We use it a lot. The GMC built in USB ports aren’t QC or USB-PD enabled. It’s slow charging. The 400W 120V is no replacement, plus it is a waste of electricity to convert that back down to 12v. 400W is probably like 2 laptops and a few chargers. You can’t use it for anything else. Plus people use radar detectors and other things that require 12v. With people, especially high tech workers still WFH, people are doing it on the road from remote areas, sometimes even with Starlink. Too bad you can’t do that with GM vehicles anymore.
where do I plug in my radar detector and many other items that use 12 v power. 100K FOR MY NEW 3500 ULTIMATE and cant get a 12 v plug. This is pathetic GM