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All cars · GMC Sierra · 2023

2023 GMC Sierra. Advanced data.

The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.

Lemon Index158100 = average car
Complaints553NHTSA, first 3 years
Sold295,737U.S. model year
Per 100K sold187complaints

Engines and drivetrains 7

EngineTransmissionDriveCity / hwy / combinedFuelFuel cost/yr
2.7L 4-cyl turboAuto 8-spdRWD19 / 22 / 20Regular$3,100
2.7L 4-cyl turboAuto 8-spd4WD18 / 20 / 19Regular$3,300
3.0L 6-cyl turbo dieselAuto 10-spdRWD24 / 29 / 26Diesel$3,650
3.0L 6-cyl turbo dieselAuto 10-spd4WD22 / 27 / 24Diesel$3,950
5.3L 8-cylAuto 10-spdRWD16 / 20 / 18Regular$3,450
5.3L 8-cylAuto 10-spd4WD15 / 19 / 17Regular$3,650
6.2L 8-cylAuto 10-spd4WD14 / 17 / 15Premium$5,150

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 12,500 and 49,100 miles. Median 29,000, from 57 complaints with a mileage.

SystemMedianMiddle halfComplaints
Engine17,5006,700–26,50012
Transmission & drivetrain33,80018,000–58,50013
Body structure50,70044,300–71,5008
Electrical33,8008,800–76,2008
Engine27,50015,000–45,00010

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

SystemShare of complaints
Engine39%
Transmission & drivetrain23%
Body structure17%
Electrical13%
Fuel or ev drive system7%

One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.

Severity, all complaints

TotalCrashesFiresInjuriesDeathsTows
5531123023

As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.

Recall campaigns 3

  • 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

  • 24V674000 Sep 2024 Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Brake Fluid Low Warning / Lamp

    Defect. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles. The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

    Risk. Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy. The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447990.

  • 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

NHTSA investigations

StatusSubjectOpenedClosed
OpenLoss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy2026–
OpenUpper grille deflector detachment2026–
OpenLoss of motive power due to engine failure2025–
ClosedLoss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy20262026
ClosedLoss of motive power due to engine failure20252025

Manufacturer communications 1427

GMC filed 1427 service communications for this car with NHTSA.

  • This Preliminary information communicates informationon correcting a rattle noise from the…

Crash ratings by version

VersionOverallFrontSideRollover
GMC Sierra 1500 PU/CC 4WD★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆
GMC Sierra 1500 PU/CC RWD★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆
GMC Sierra 1500 PU/EC 4WDnot ratednot rated★★★★★★★★★☆
GMC Sierra 1500 PU/EC RWDnot ratednot rated★★★★★★★★★☆
GMC Sierra 1500 PU/RC 4WDnot ratednot rated★★★★★★★★★☆
GMC Sierra 1500 PU/RC RWDnot ratednot rated★★★★★★★★★☆

Safety equipment

Electronic stabilityForward collision warningLane departure warning
StandardStandardStandard

Nearby model years

YearLemon IndexComplaintsSoldTop system
202075179253,016Electrical
202176183248,924Engine
2022161476241,522Engine
2023158553295,737Engine
2024190527322,946Engine
202579166348,222Engine

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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