GMC Sierra 1500 Repair Cost Guide

Full-Size Truck

Comprehensive repair cost data for the 2019-2025 GMC Sierra 1500, compiled from 8 industry sources (7 high-confidence). Covers 12 common repair types with OEM vs aftermarket parts pricing, labor hour estimates, and paint costs.

Repair Range
$150-$6,500
Body Labor
$125/hr
Paint Labor
$130/hr
Annual Maint.
$727/yr

Damage Severity Cost Ranges

Minor

$350-$1,500

Single panel scratch, small dent, tailgate scuff

Moderate

$2,500-$6,500

Bumper replacement, fender repair, bed panel work, tailgate repair

Major

$6,500-$16,000

Multiple panel damage, frame involvement, CarbonPro bed damage

Common Repairs & Costs

Front Bumper Repair
3-9 hrs
Front bumper/grille repair and repaint (minor scuffs, scratches)
$800-$2,200
Parts: $0-$250 Labor: $500-$1400 Paint: $300-$600
Front Bumper Replacement
2-5 hrs
Front bumper and grille assembly replacement with paint and GMC ProSafety sensor reinstallation
$1,500-$3,200
Parts: $600-$1500 Labor: $250-$700 Paint: $350-$700 ADAS calibration required
Rear Bumper Replacement
2-4.5 hrs
Rear bumper assembly replacement with paint and parking sensor reinstallation
$1,200-$2,500
Parts: $500-$1200 Labor: $220-$600 Paint: $300-$650 ADAS calibration required
Minor Scratch Repair
1-4 hrs
Minor scratch or scuff repair and blend on single panel
$350-$900
Parts: $0-$70 Labor: $200-$600 Paint: $150-$300
Paintless Dent Repair
0.5-3 hrs
Paintless dent repair (PDR) for minor dents without paint damage
$150-$500
Parts: $0-$0 Labor: $150-$500
Fender Replacement
3-5.5 hrs
Front fender replacement with paint (aluminum on 2019+ models)
$1,200-$2,500
Parts: $400-$900 Labor: $350-$800 Paint: $350-$700
Bed Panel Repair
6-14 hrs
Truck bed panel repair or replacement
$2,200-$4,500
Parts: $600-$1800 Labor: $900-$2200 Paint: $450-$900
Tailgate Replacement
2-5 hrs
MultiPro tailgate replacement with electronics
$1,500-$4,000
Parts: $800-$2500 Labor: $300-$700 Paint: $400-$800
Door Replacement
4-8 hrs
Complete door assembly replacement including glass, handle, and electronics
$2,800-$6,500
Parts: $800-$1600 Labor: $550-$1300 Paint: $500-$1000
Windshield Replacement
1.5-3 hrs
Windshield replacement with forward camera and optional HUD calibration
$700-$1,600
Parts: $400-$1000 Labor: $200-$450 ADAS calibration required
Headlight Replacement
0.5-2 hrs
LED headlight assembly replacement
$400-$1,300
Parts: $600-$1500 Labor: $100-$280
Mirror Replacement
0.5-1.5 hrs
Side mirror assembly replacement with BSM, turn signal, and towing mirrors
$350-$900
Parts: $300-$700 Labor: $90-$220 Paint: $60-$170

Labor Rate Breakdown

Body
$125/hr
Paint
$130/hr
Mechanical
$148/hr
Frame
$158/hr

GMC dealerships charge $130-$195/hr; independent shops $80-$135/hr; Denali work commands premium rates

Labor rates vary significantly by location. View rates for your state.

Parts Pricing: OEM vs Aftermarket

Front Bumper Assembly
$600-$1,500
$250-$750
-52%
OEM: $600-$1500 | AM: $250-$750 (-52%)
Rear Bumper Assembly
$500-$1,200
$200-$650
-50%
OEM: $500-$1200 | AM: $200-$650 (-50%)
Front Fender
$400-$900
$180-$500
-48%
OEM: $400-$900 | AM: $180-$500 (-48%)
Door Shell
$700-$1,400
$400-$850
-40%
OEM: $700-$1400 | AM: $400-$850 (-40%)
Multipro Tailgate
$1,200-$2,500
$800-$1,500
-38%
OEM: $1200-$2500 | AM: $800-$1500 (-38%)
Headlight Assembly
$600-$1,500
$250-$650
-57%
OEM: $600-$1500 | AM: $250-$650 (-57%)
Taillight Assembly
$300-$700
$120-$350
-53%
OEM: $300-$700 | AM: $120-$350 (-53%)
Side Mirror Assembly
$300-$700
$130-$350
-52%
OEM: $300-$700 | AM: $130-$350 (-52%)
Windshield
$450-$1,000
$300-$600
-38%
OEM: $450-$1000 | AM: $300-$600 (-38%)

ADAS Calibration Requirements

The GMC Sierra 1500 is equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) that may require recalibration after certain repairs. This adds significant cost to bumper replacements, windshield replacements, and structural repairs.

Front Bumper Replacement Calibration: $300-$800
Required
Rear Bumper Replacement
Required
Windshield Replacement Calibration: $250-$650
Required

Common Damage Patterns

Front Bumper Grille Damage

Very Common

Front bumper and grille scratches, cracks from parking incidents and road debris

Typical cost $800-$3,200

Denali chrome grille significantly more expensive to repair/replace

Bed Damage

Very Common

Truck bed scratches, dents, and damage from cargo

Typical cost $400-$4,500

CarbonPro bed on Denali is extremely expensive; standard steel bed damage common on Turo

Tailgate Damage

Common

MultiPro tailgate damage or malfunction

Typical cost $500-$4,000

Complex MultiPro mechanism is vulnerable to misuse by Turo renters

Door Dings And Dents

Very Common

Door dings and parking lot damage

Typical cost $150-$1,600

Very large aluminum door panels; PDR effective at $150-$500

Side Mirror Damage

Common

Side mirror damage from tight spaces

Typical cost $350-$900

Wide truck profile with towing mirrors increases strike risk

Wheel Curb Damage

Very Common

Wheel curb rash on 20"-22" wheels

Typical cost $250-$600

Per wheel; Denali 22" wheels very expensive to repair

Windshield Cracks

Common

Windshield cracks from road debris

Typical cost $700-$1,600

Large windshield area; highway use increases debris strike risk

Maintenance Costs

Annual Cost
$727/yr
10-Year Total
$7,270

Source: RepairPal

Data Sources

8 sources (7 high-confidence)

RepairPal ConsumerAffairs - GMC AT4 Forum - Grille/Bumper Key Collision Center Relux Collision Technicraft Group GM OEM Parts Online GM Parts Giant

Labor Rates by State

Repair costs vary by location. Check body, paint, and mechanical rates for your state.

Cost by Damage Type

Bumper replacement, fender repair, scratch repair, and more -- with data-backed cost ranges.

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