Where Is the GMC Paint Code?
On a GMC, the paint code is at the Driver-side door jamb — Service Parts Identification (SPID) label, printed on the label marked “BC / CC (Base Coat / Clear Coat)”. The code follows the pattern WA + 4 digits (e.g., WA8624) or 3-char (e.g., GBA). If the sticker is missing or faded, look it up by VIN below.
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GMC Paint Code Location — Every Spot to Check
GMC prints the paint code in one main spot and backs it up in a couple of others. Start at the top of this list and work down if the label is hard to read.
- 1Primary location
Driver-side door jamb — Service Parts Identification (SPID) label
- 2Backup location
Inside the glove box on Sierra and Yukon
- 3Backup location
Spare tire compartment
What the label says
Look for the row marked BC / CC (Base Coat / Clear Coat). That's the line that carries the GMC color code.
Code format
GM WA-prefix code or 3-character GM code. Pattern: WA + 4 digits (e.g., WA8624) or 3-char (e.g., GBA).
Common GMC Paint Codes & Color Names
A few well-known GMC factory codes so you know what to expect on the sticker. Your exact code depends on the model year — always confirm against your own vehicle or VIN.
| Paint Code | Factory Color Name |
|---|---|
WA8624 | Onyx Black |
GAZ | White Frost Tricoat |
G7E | Cardinal Red |
GLU | Pacific Blue Metallic |
GMC Paint Code Tips
The quirks worth knowing before you order paint for a GMC.
GMC and Chevrolet share most paint codes — a WA8555 Summit White on a Silverado is identical to the same code on a Sierra.
Denali trim levels sometimes get exclusive metallic colors — check the SPID label for the exact code rather than the model brochure.
Look in the glove box on Sierra 1500 / 2500 — the SPID label is sometimes there instead of the door jamb.
GMC Sticker Missing or Faded? Use the VIN.
Door jamb stickers fade in the sun, get peeled during detailing, or disappear when a door is replaced after a collision. When the GMC label is gone, the VIN is the reliable way back to the factory paint code.
Every GMC build record carries the factory paint code, locked to the VIN at manufacture. Our free VIN check pulls that record so you can order touch-up, brief a body shop, or verify the current color matches the factory original.
Buying a used GMC? If the current color doesn't match the factory code, the car was repainted — worth an accident history check to find out why.
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No sticker needed — the factory code comes straight from the build record.
What to Do With Your GMC Paint Code
Once you have the code, here's how to put it to work.
Order touch-up paint
Give the code to a GMCparts counter or a touch-up supplier. For pearl/metallic finishes, ask for the matching base + clear so the repair doesn't flatten out.
Save it for later
Photograph the GMC sticker in good light and store it with your documents. The code stays the same for the life of the car — no more trips back to the driveway.
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GMC Paint Code — Sources & References
GMC color codes trace back to factory build records and OEM service literature. The references below are the authoritative origins behind GMC VIN, paint, and history data in the United States.
- NHTSA VIN Decoder ↗
Federal reference decoder for GMC VIN structure.
- NHTSA — Safety Recalls ↗
Open GMC recall lookup by VIN.
- NMVTIS — Bureau of Justice Assistance ↗
Federal title-brand database covering every GMC across all 50 states.
- EPA ↗
Coatings and VOC standards behind OEM GMC paint formulations.
GMC Paint Code — Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the paint code on a GMC?+
On a GMC, the paint code is at the Driver-side door jamb — Service Parts Identification (SPID) label. Look for the label marked "BC / CC (Base Coat / Clear Coat)". If that sticker is faded or missing, check inside the glove box on sierra and yukon or spare tire compartment.
What does a GMC paint code look like?+
GM WA-prefix code or 3-character GM code. The typical pattern is WA + 4 digits (e.g., WA8624) or 3-char (e.g., GBA). For example, WA8624 is Onyx Black, and GAZ is White Frost Tricoat.
Can I find my GMC paint code with just the VIN?+
Yes. The factory paint code is recorded against the VIN in GMC's build database, so a VIN-based lookup returns the original color code even when the physical door jamb sticker is damaged, faded, or was replaced during repair. Enter your VIN in the form above.
What is the difference between the GMC paint code and the color name?+
The color name (e.g., "Onyx Black") is marketing copy that GMC may reuse across model years with small formula changes. The paint code (WA8624) is tied to one specific formulation — it is what a paint supplier needs to mix an exact match.
How do I use my GMC paint code for touch-up?+
Give the code — not the color name — to any paint supplier, dealer parts counter, or body shop. They mix to the code. For pearl or tri-coat GMC finishes, a single touch-up pen won't match the depth; those need a base + mid-coat + clear process.
My GMC was repainted and the sticker is gone — what now?+
Run a VIN-based paint code lookup. The factory code is locked to the VIN at manufacture, so it survives a respray or a replaced door. If the car's current color doesn't match the factory code returned, the vehicle was repainted — worth pairing with an accident history check to find out why.
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