2015 GMC Sierra 2500HD: Transmission failure-p0741 code metal in fluid
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2015 Sierra 2500HD report: transmission failure-p0741 code metal in fluid. CarComplaints.com lists 1 owner complaints, average mileage 101,000 miles.
NHTSA has 15 owner complaints for the 2015 Sierra 2500HD in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11581697 (filed 04/08/2024): “The truck is a 2015 gmc sierra 2500 hd. with less than 51,000 miles, the transmission is gone due to a design flaw. around march 8th, the transmission went out when i hydroplanned on a two lane road. haley gmc airport was wanting $6700 for a new transmission. …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11546705 (filed 09/26/2023): “Shifting started to make a loud clunking sound. then the vehicle wouldn't shift out of 3rd gear. the engine check light came on and the code determined it to be a faulty transmission control module (tcm). when looking at the tcm, i also noted that the tcm was …”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace transmission (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $6,000 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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