All cars · GMC Sierra · 2022
2022 GMC Sierra. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 11
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | Auto 8-spd | RWD | 19 / 22 / 20 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | Auto 8-spd | 4WD | 16 / 18 / 17 | Regular | $3,650 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel | Auto 10-spd | RWD | 23 / 30 / 26 | Diesel | $3,650 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel | Auto 10-spd | 4WD | 22 / 26 / 24 | Diesel | $3,950 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | RWD | 16 / 21 / 18 | Regular | $3,450 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | Auto 6-spd | RWD | 15 / 19 / 16 | Regular | $3,900 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | 4WD | 15 / 19 / 16 | Regular | $3,900 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | Auto 6-spd | 4WD | 14 / 16 / 15 | Regular | $4,150 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | Auto 8-spd | 4WD | 14 / 18 / 15 | Regular | $4,150 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | Auto 8-spd | RWD | 14 / 17 / 15 | Regular | $4,150 |
| 6.2L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | 4WD | 13 / 17 / 14 | Premium | $5,550 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 20,000 and 67,400 miles. Median 37,900, from 112 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 62,000 | 26,500–79,200 | 33 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 37,000 | 18,300–80,400 | 23 |
| Body structure | 29,500 | 11,700–41,800 | 10 |
| Electrical | 40,000 | 15,000–67,500 | 15 |
| Engine | 43,100 | 32,500–80,100 | 22 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 35% |
| Body structure | 17% |
| Electrical | 16% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 16% |
| Brakes | 7% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 671 | 13 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 44 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 6
26V083000 Feb 2026 Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Control Module / Software
Defect. 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 cause the rear wheels to lock up.
Risk. Rear wheel lock up increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect the vehicles and update the transmission control software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252516560. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on Feb
25V274000 Apr 2025 Engine And Engine Cooling / Engine / Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical
Defect. 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 have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Risk. Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Ch
25V060000 Feb 2025 Structure / Body / Bumpers / Active Shutters/Grill
Defect. 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.
Risk. A detached front grille deflector may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will reinforce or repair all attachment points on the chrome front grille deflector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may call GM customer service for GMC at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242490120.
24V797000 Oct 2024 Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Control Module / Software
Defect. 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 valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock-up.
Risk. Rear wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will install new transmission control module software, free of charge. GM will provide a special coverage program to cover the repair of transmissions that are identified by the remedy software as containing a defective control valve. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458
22V903000 Dec 2022 Exterior Lighting / Lighting Control Module / Software
Defect. 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) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk. DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands prev
22V463000 Jun 2022 Exterior Lighting / Brake Lights
Defect. 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 high-mounted brake light. As such, these vehicles may fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk. An inoperative high-mounted brake light can reduce visibility to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will inspect the installation of the accessory bar and provide the correct vehicle wiring, if necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters advising owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 10, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 27, 2023. Owners may contact GM's customer service on 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy | 2026 | – |
| Open | Upper grille deflector detachment | 2026 | – |
| Open | Loss of motive power due to engine failure | 2025 | – |
| Closed | Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy | 2026 | 2026 |
| Closed | Loss of motive power due to engine failure | 2025 | 2025 |
Manufacturer communications 1773
GMC filed 1773 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- This service bulletin provides information on Engine Oil Consumption Guidelines
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GMC Sierra 1500 PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| GMC Sierra 1500 PU/EC 4WD | not rated | not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| GMC Sierra 1500 PU/RC 4WD | not rated | not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| GMC Sierra 1500 PU/CC 2WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| GMC Sierra 1500 PU/EC 2WD | not rated | not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| GMC Sierra 1500 PU/RC 2WD | not rated | not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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