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Onstar Module Replacement ETA?
2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Carbon Pro
Bought with 10,000 miles. Have had it in service multiple times. Now the onstar module is out and has been for over 3 months. Dealership said it is on backorder. I bought this truck because it had the functions I need in order to drive safely as I have some disabilities. I am paying for a truck that most of the reasons I purchased the vehicle do not function. I am very disappointed in the level of service GMC has provided to their customers. What is the solution for this issue? Do customers receive any compensation for all of the time they are waiting for a new part? This is a safety issue for customers. I would think GMC would make this a high priority and let customers know the ETA to receive a new part, etc. This isn't the only problem I have had with my vehicle and it is very frustrating and disappointing. I am paying for a product that repeatedly has to go to the dealership for service and some of the most important features so not work and it affects my driving as well as my safety.
34 Replies
- tingleblNew Contributor
Add me to the list! 2024 GMC Acadia Denali with SuperCruise. Paid thousands extra for this option and the Onstar or "Telematic" module is out. No ETA, all I get from two dealerships is "Back Ordered." We have had 80 vehicles, all but 5 were GM. It may be time to try another manufacturer.
- Advisor_JackModerator
Our team can see the frustration that these extended part delays have caused you. This is not the sort of experience that OnStar and GMC hope to provide for our loyal members. We would be happy to look into this with you and see how we may be able to assist you through this process along with the help of your service team. If you would like, please send an email with these details to socialmedia@gm.com with, "ATTN:OS Community/tinglebl," in the subject line. Our team hopes to hear from and assist you very soon.
- Advisor_HelenModerator
We understand the importance of having a vehicle you can rely on. Thank you for bringing this ongoing part delay to our attention. Please know, we do depend on our certified dealerships to provide all technical and diagnostic insight. If you’re having continued trouble with your Sierra, we would like to further connect with your service team and provide any available assistance that we can. Moving forward, kindly email socialmedia@gm.com with ATTN: OnStar Community/osugigi26 in the subject headline. We hope to hear from you.
- kelNew Contributor
Is there an ETA. My 2022 Sierra has been diagnosed as faulty and told there is no time for replacement.
- Advisor_HelenModerator
Thank you for bringing this to our attention, Kel. While our social care team is unable to expedite parts, we can work alongside your certified GMC dealership to provide updates and open communication regarding your hardware. if you would like an additional layer of assistance moving forward, our team is only an email away at socialmedia@gm.com with ATTN: OnStar Community/kel in the subject headline. We hope to hear from you.
- DHolmesSrNew Contributor II
Thanks everyone for all your replies and support. I did receive a call this morning 16 January from the Service Dept. of my designated GMC Dealership regarding the OnStar module replacement and I am schedule for installment on next week. Will keep you all posted of the outcome. My prayers and support to all of those still waiting for their OnStar module replacement to be resolve.
- GMBuyersRemorseNew Contributor III
Update: After 7 months (over 25% of the time I've owned my 2023 Sierra 1500), the OnStar Telematics Module was replaced yesterday (30-April-2025). The local dealership was not able to extend my 36 month subscription like the OnStar representative told them they could when I first took the truck in to address the issue when I was able to get the first available service appointment back in November.
When I used the OnStar button in the truck to activate the new module, I spoke with Ronda. She was the FIRST and ONLY person from OnStar who seemed genuinely concerned about my customer service experience, but was limited in what she could do to assist in extending my contract for the months of lost service due to lack of parts availability. The issue had to be escalated to a department that had already left for the day.
Not all of the features reliant on the telematics module were immediately available upon activation. During my hour drive home from the dealership, vehicle features reliant on the OnStar system slowly came back online. This was NOT my experience with these same systems when I had originally purchased the truck and activated OnStar.
As for the issue with coming out to the truck and finding it DEAD one day, the service department believes this was due to the original faulty telematics module. Time will tell if the replacement and software patch fixes this issue.
For a vehicle with so many systems designed around the OnStar telematics module, a lack of replacement parts or any transparency about when they can be expected should they fail, I really don't have much faith in GM products any longer. The OnStar system has a LOT of potential, but all this is overshadowed by its lack of reliability. This is especially troublesome for a system that claims to be there for drivers in emergency situations when they may be incapacitated.
For others in this situation, I hope you have a better, more rapid resolution experience than I did. When it's time to purchase your next vehicle, think back to how you were treated and if GM made you feel like you were a valued customer. If everyone at GM and OnStar acted like Ronda, I wouldn't hesitate to come back to the brand, but she was the exception rather than the standard.
- Dowens13New Contributor
I have a 2023 Chevrolet 1500 LT Trail Boss and just got told that the Onstar module has went out. I called the dealership & they told me that it was on backorder. I am in the same boat as the majority here and bought this vehicle because of the many options that came with the onstar. Now I am paying for a product that I can't use. No telling how long this will be an issue. Ridiculous & poor customer service!
- Advisor_JackModerator
Our team appreciates you bringing these concerns with your beloved 2023 Chevrolet's OnStar hardware to our attention, @Dowens13. We recognize how frustrating this temporary loss of access to the connected services that you love and depend on can be and can understand your present dissatisfaction. It would be our pleasure to learn more about this situation to assess how we may best be able to assist you towards an appropriate resolution. At your earliest convenience, please send us a private message to OnStar_Support with your full name, OnStar account number, VIN, the current mileage, and the name of your preferred dealership so that we can look into this further. Just select the envelope icon at the top right of your screen to get started. By sending us a message, you consent to the information you provide being monitored and recorded by GM or those acting on GM’s behalf, subject to the GM Privacy Statement: https://www.gm.com/privacy-statement.