Model year
2026 GMC Sierra
NHTSA does not list the EPA model name Sierra for 2026. Under the matched names SIERRA 1500, SIERRA 2500, SIERRA 3500, and SIERRA EV, NHTSA lists 6 recalls and 167 complaints (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). 1 recall marked do not drive. The components listed on the most complaints for SIERRA 1500 are ENGINE (100), POWER TRAIN (35), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (18). NHTSA lists 1 investigation with no close date in the file. NHTSA rated the EV PU/CC BEV AWD 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 15–25 mpg combined and 64–68 MPGe combined and 49.5–52.4 kWh/100 mi depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $1,100–$5,500, 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 2026. 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 | 2 | 145 | 1 |
| SIERRA 2500 | 1 | 12 | 0 |
| SIERRA 3500 | 2 | 5 | 0 |
| SIERRA EV | 4 | 5 | 0 |
Recalls for SIERRA 1500
26V289000 · May 7, 2026
Do not drivePOWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with four-wheel (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and certain 2015-2020 Suburban, Escalade,…
26V114000 · Feb 26, 2026
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette…
Complaints for SIERRA 1500
145 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 1, fire flag on 0, injury field 0, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| EA26005 | Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy · ENGINE | Aug 20, 2026 | No close date in the file |
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV PU/CC BEV AWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · possibility 0.111 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra 2WD with Sport Mode · 2.7L · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 21 | 19 | — | — | $3,550 |
| Sierra 2WD · 2.7L · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 21 | 20 | — | — | $3,350 |
| Sierra 2WD with Sport Mode · 5.3L · Automatic 10-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 21 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Sierra 2WD · 5.3L · Automatic 10-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 20 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
| Sierra 2WD · 3L · Automatic 10-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Diesel · Diesel | 23 | 28 | 25 | — | — | $3,850 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD · 2.7L · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 17 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
| Sierra 4WD · 2.7L · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 20 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Sierra 4WD with Sport Mode · 2.7L · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 18 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
| Sierra 4WD FFV · 5.3L · Automatic 10-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline · FFV | 15 | 19 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD FFV · 5.3L · Automatic 10-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline · FFV | 15 | 19 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
| Sierra 4WD · 6.2L · Automatic 10-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 15 | 19 | 16 | — | — | $5,150 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD · 6.2L · Automatic 10-spd · 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 14 | 17 | 15 | — | — | $5,500 |
13 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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