GMC Sierra 1500 key replacement and programming
Sierra 1500 shares its platform and much of its key history with the Chevrolet Silverado, though GMC fobs differ and Denali trims often got proximity keys first.
Sierra 1500 key systems by model year
Year ranges follow Sierra 1500 generations and are approximate. Trim, build date and factory options can change the system within a year, so we confirm it from your VIN before dispatch.
1999–2006Passlock-style systems
Metal key with a separate remote; anti-theft type depends on build.
2007–2013Transponder-chip keys
Transponder key with a separate remote.
2019–presentProximity keys and newer GM architecture
Proximity key on upper trims; flip key on others.
Lost every Sierra 1500 key?
If no working key remains, we can program a new key at the vehicle for many GMC trucks and SUVs. Newer vehicles on GM’s newer electrical architecture can take more steps and some may need dealer involvement. We confirm from your VIN before dispatch.
What to send for a Sierra 1500 key quote
- Model year, from the registration or title
- Turn-key ignition or push-button start
- Whether any working key remains
- A photo of the key or ignition, if you have one
Most Sierra 1500 calls we take are in Burbank and nearby Sun Valley; we work wherever the vehicle is parked. Sun Valley service area
Important compatibility notice — final key compatibility must be confirmed
The key images, vehicle models, and year ranges shown on this page are provided as a general identification guide and may not apply to every vehicle. The manufacturer may use different key systems within the same model year depending on trim level, production date, manufacturing location, ignition type, and factory equipment. Final compatibility must be confirmed using the vehicle’s VIN, ignition type, existing key or fob, and vehicle information before service. The images are representative examples and do not guarantee an exact visual match.
A current registration or title and matching government-issued photo identification must be verified before automotive key, lock, or immobilizer service is performed.