NHTSA data · updated October 21, 2026
GMC Sierra 1500 recalls & problems by year
Across 2012–2025, NHTSA lists 85 recalls and 6,096 owner complaints for the GMC Sierra 1500. The 2016 has the fewest complaints (50) and the 2014 has the most (863).
| Year | Recalls | Owner complaints | Top problem area | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 3 | air bags | 4★ | |
| 2013 | 3 | unknown or other | 4★ | |
| 2014 | 9 | exterior lighting | 5★ | |
| 2015 | 9 | service brakes | 5★ | |
| 2016 | 8 | power train | 5★ | |
| 2017 | 6 | power train | 5★ | |
| 2018 | 7 | power train | 5★ | |
| 2019 | 10 | engine | 5★ | |
| 2020 | 12 | engine | 4★ | |
| 2021 | 7 | engine | 4★ | |
| 2022 | 6 | engine | 5★ | |
| 2023 | 3 | engine | 5★ | |
| 2024 | 1 | engine | 5★ | |
| 2025 | 1 | engine | 5★ |
Newer model years have had less time on the road to collect complaints. Compare years of similar age.
Questions
What is the most reliable year of the GMC Sierra 1500?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 has the fewest (50) of the 2012–2025 model years. Newer model years have had less time to collect complaints, so compare similar ages.
Which GMC Sierra 1500 year has the most problems?
The 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 has the most NHTSA owner complaints (863) of the 2012–2025 model years.
How do I check if my GMC Sierra 1500 has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our free VIN check, or at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.