2025 GMC Sierra 1500 recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 and 121 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are engine (56), power train (26), electrical system (25). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 17–26 mpg combined, depending on engine.
The 2025 ranks #2 of 14 Sierra 1500 model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (435). It has 1 recall vs. an average of 6.1 per model year.
Recalls 1
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Equipment adaptive/mobility · wheelchair restraints/securement · latch/anchor ·
Problem: Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
In April 2025, we purchased a new GMC Denali Sierra 1500 Ultimate pickup truck. Concerns – Many of these comments appear in the Dealer Service Reports 1st Service Visit 10/17/25 At our first oil change and scheduled maintenance (10/17/25) with mileage of 5403 miles, during the drop-off I informed the GM Service Advisor of a clicking sound from the engine which I thought might…
Vehicle lost power. Pulled into parking lot steering wheel locked. Tried to restart truck nothing happened. Took to dealer they said motor needed to be replaced and it would take 4 to 6 weeks.
The contact owns a 2025 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that during vehicle startup, the infotainment system displayed a blank screen and produced no audio volume. The failure also occurred while driving. The contact associated the failure with Preliminary Information Bulletin: PIT6362, which addressed software-related infotainment and radio anomalies. The dealer was contac…
Safety ratings
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/CC 4WD
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/CC RWD
2025 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/EC 4WD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500.
Sierra 2WD
Auto 10-spd · 6 cyl · 3.0 L · Diesel · Turbo
Diesel
Sierra 2WD
Auto 10-spd · 8 cyl · 5.3 L · SIDI; with Sport Mode
Regular
Sierra 4WD
Auto 10-spd · 6 cyl · 3.0 L · Diesel · Turbo · with Sport Mode
Diesel
Sierra 4WD
Auto 10-spd · 8 cyl · 5.3 L · SIDI; FFV
Gasoline or E85
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500, most recently for equipment adaptive/mobility · wheelchair restraints/securement · latch/anchor · (12/17/2025). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500?
Based on 121 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are engine (56), power train (26), electrical system (25).
Is the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 safe?
The 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2025 a good year for the GMC Sierra 1500?
The 2025 ranks #2 of 14 Sierra 1500 model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (435). It has 1 recall vs. an average of 6.1 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 get?
EPA ratings for the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 range from 17 to 26 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
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Related vehicles
Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: SIERRA 1500, Sierra 1500.