2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD and 107 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are electrical system (33), power train (27), service brakes (16).
The 2024 ranks #12 of 14 Sierra 2500HD model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with more complaints than the average year (71). It has 4 recalls vs. an average of 4.4 per model year.
Recalls 4
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Tires · pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and GMC Sierra 2500 vehicles equipped with the enhanced towing option and 20-inch accessory tire/wheel package. The tire information label may state the incorrect rear tire pressure, resulting in underinflated tires and preventing the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) from displaying a low tire pressure warning.
Risk: Driving with underinflated tires can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect, update the engine control module (ECM) software, apply a tire label overlay, inflate tires to the correct pressure, and perform a tire pressure monitor system (TPMS) re-learn process as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N262561970. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 13, 2026.
Latches/locks/linkages · tailgate · latch
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra HD 2500, 3500 vehicles equipped with power-unlatching tailgates. The tailgate's electronic gate-release switch may short circuit due to water intrusion, which can result in the tailgate inadvertently unlatching while the vehicle is in Park.
Risk: An unlatched tailgate may open and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised to check that the tailgate is closed and latched before driving. Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242469160. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA Recall 24V-060.
Latches/locks/linkages · tailgate · latch
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with power-unlatching tailgates. The tailgate's electronic gate-release switch may short circuit due to water intrusion, which can result in the tailgate inadvertently unlatching while the vehicle is in park.
Risk: An unlatched tailgate may open while driving and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised to check that the tailgate is closed and latched before driving. Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232426400.
Steering
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra 2500, 3500 vehicles. The steering gear shaft may fracture and disconnect from the steering arm.
Risk: A steering arm that disconnects may result in a total loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gear, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232414720.
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
The contact owns a 2024 GMC Sierra 2500. While the contact's husband was driving uphill approximately 32 - 34 MPH and hauling a trailer, the vehicle unexpectedly lost motive power and rolled backwards. The brake pedal was depressed, and the parking brake was engaged to stop the vehicle. OnStar and 911 were contacted. The trailer was towed to the residence, and the vehicle was t…
The vehicle experienced a loss of engine power accompanied by a check engine warning light and a “Reduced Acceleration”/reduced-power condition. The exact component causing the malfunction has not yet been determined. The vehicle and any affected components are available for inspection upon request. While driving the truck uphill toward our residence, the vehicle lost significa…
The contact owns 2024 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle decelerated and stopped independently. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with fuel pump driver control module failure. The contact was informed that the fuel pump driver control module needed to be repl…
Safety ratings
2024 GMC Sierra 2500 PU/CC 4WD
2024 GMC Sierra 2500 PU/CC RWD
2024 GMC Sierra 2500 PU/EC 4WD
Fuel economy
The EPA doesn't publish fuel economy ratings for heavy-duty pickups like the GMC Sierra 2500HD.
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD have?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD, most recently for tires · pressure monitoring and regulating systems (08/13/2026). 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 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD?
Based on 107 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are electrical system (33), power train (27), service brakes (16).
Is the 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD safe?
NHTSA hasn't published an overall 5-star rating for the 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD.
Is the 2024 a good year for the GMC Sierra 2500HD?
The 2024 ranks #12 of 14 Sierra 2500HD model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with more complaints than the average year (71). It has 4 recalls vs. an average of 4.4 per model year.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: SIERRA 2500, SIERRA 2500 HD, Sierra 2500HD.