Model year
2022 GMC Sierra
NHTSA does not list the EPA model name Sierra for 2022. Under the matched names SIERRA 1500, SIERRA 2500, and SIERRA 3500, NHTSA lists 8 recalls and 673 complaints (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). 1 recall marked park outside. The components listed on the most complaints for SIERRA 1500 are ENGINE (239), POWER TRAIN (111), STRUCTURE:BODY (94). NHTSA lists 5 investigations, including 3 investigations with no close date in the file. NHTSA rated 2 variants 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 14–26 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,350–$5,850, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2000 443 complaints
- 2001 264 complaints
- 2002 249 complaints
- 2003 206 complaints
- 2004 188 complaints
- 2005 117 complaints
- 2006 53 complaints
- 2007 59 complaints
- 2008 68 complaints
- 2009 37 complaints
- 2010 34 complaints
- 2011 43 complaints
- 2012 29 complaints
- 2013 39 complaints
- 2014 101 complaints
- 2015 53 complaints
- 2016 6 complaints
- 2017 61 complaints
- 2018 371 complaints
- 2019 729 complaints
- 2020 622 complaints
- 2021 668 complaints
- 2022 673 complaints
- 2023 555 complaints
- 2024 534 complaints
- 2025 177 complaints
- 2026 167 complaints
Matched NHTSA names
The EPA model name is not itself a name in the NHTSA file for 2022. The counts in the answer are the sum of the names below. Overlap between those names is not removed.
| NHTSA name | Recalls | Complaints | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIERRA 1500 | 6 | 597 | 5 |
| SIERRA 2500 | 3 | 44 | 0 |
| SIERRA 3500 | 3 | 32 | 0 |
Recalls for SIERRA 1500
26V083000 · Feb 12, 2026
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY
General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, 3500, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles that may have been repaired incorrectly under recall 24V797. The transmission control valve may fail and…
25V274000 · Apr 24, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may…
25V060000 · Feb 6, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS:ACTIVE SHUTTERS/GRILL
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with chrome front grille deflectors. The attachments that hold the front grille deflectors in place may fracture, resulting in grille detachment.
24V797000 · Oct 24, 2024
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with diesel engines. The transmission control…
22V903000 · Dec 8, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs)…
22V463000 · Jun 30, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
General Motors (GM) has decided that certain 2022 model year Chevrolet Silverado, and GMC Sierra vehicles equipped with an accessory sport bar. The accessory sport bar contains a high-mounted brake light that may not function. In addition, it may block the vehicle's existing…
Complaints for SIERRA 1500
597 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 9, fire flag on 5, injury field 3, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations for SIERRA 1500
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE25001 | Loss of motive power due to engine failure · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL; ENGINE | Jan 16, 2025 | Oct 23, 2025 |
| EA25007 | Loss of motive power due to engine failure · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL; ENGINE | Oct 23, 2025 | No close date in the file |
| RQ26001 | Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy · ENGINE | Jan 16, 2026 | Aug 20, 2026 |
| EA26005 | Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy · ENGINE | Aug 20, 2026 | No close date in the file |
| RQ26003 | Upper Grille Deflector Detachment · STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS:ACTIVE SHUTTERS/GRILL; STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD | Oct 9, 2026 | No close date in the file |
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 PU/CC 2WD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.191 | — |
| 1500 PU/CC 4WD | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.198 | — |
| 1500 PU/EC 2WD | Not rated | Not Rated | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.191 | — |
| 1500 PU/EC 4WD | Not rated | Not Rated | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.198 | — |
| 1500 PU/RC 2WD | Not rated | Not Rated | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.191 | — |
| 1500 PU/RC 4WD | Not rated | Not Rated | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.198 | — |
| 2500 PU/CC 2WD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
| 2500 PU/CC 4WD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
4 more variants are in the Safety Ratings API and are not listed in this table.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra 2WD · 3L · Automatic 10-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Diesel · Diesel | 23 | 30 | 26 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Sierra 4WD · 3L · Automatic 10-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel · Diesel | 22 | 26 | 24 | — | — | $4,000 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD · 3L · Automatic 10-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel · Diesel | 20 | 23 | 21 | — | — | $4,550 |
| Sierra 2WD · 5.3L · Automatic 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline · FFV | 15 | 19 | 16 | — | — | $4,200 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD · 5.3L · Automatic 6-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline · FFV | 14 | 16 | 15 | — | — | $4,450 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD · 5.3L · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 14 | 18 | 15 | — | — | $4,450 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD · 2.7L · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 18 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
| Sierra 4WD · 5.3L · Automatic 10-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 19 | 16 | — | — | $4,200 |
| Sierra 4WD · 5.3L · Automatic 6-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline · FFV | 14 | 18 | 16 | — | — | $4,200 |
| Sierra Cab Chassis 4WD · 5.3L · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 14 | 17 | 15 | — | — | $4,450 |
| Sierra Cab Chassis 2WD · 5.3L · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 14 | 17 | 15 | — | — | $4,450 |
| Sierra 2WD · 5.3L · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 21 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
21 more configurations are in the EPA file and are not listed in this table. The fuel-cost calculator lists every configuration.
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2022 GMC Sierra at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.