2022 GMC Sierra 1500
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 83 |
| 1998 | 59 |
| 1999 | 158 |
| 2000 | 181 |
| 2001 | 140 |
| 2002 | 166 |
| 2003 | 180 |
| 2004 | 212 |
| 2005 | 177 |
| 2006 | 144 |
| 2007 | 261 |
| 2008 | 379 |
| 2009 | 234 |
| 2010 | 167 |
| 2011 | 283 |
| 2012 | 106 |
| 2013 | 115 |
| 2014 | 736 |
| 2015 | 711 |
| 2016 | 337 |
| 2017 | 350 |
| 2018 | 293 |
| 2019 | 601 |
| 2020 | 435 |
| 2021 | 511 |
| 2022 | 528 |
| 2023 | 408 |
| 2024 | 312 |
| 2025 | 90 |
| 2026 | 58 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
40% of complaints: engine — 213 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE18% of complaints: power train — 96 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Truck was placed in Park on an inclined road. Exiting truck, truck started to roll backwards. I was struck and right foot was run over by Driver's side front tire and knocked down.
NHTSA ODI report, 20221221
16% of complaints: structure — 85 distinct reports on file.
INJURY15% of complaints: electrical system — 78 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owned a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while the husband was driving approximately 20 mph smoke was suddenly present coming from the vents inside the cabin of the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230323
5% of complaints: service brakes — 26 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
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.
Campaign 22V903000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 22V463000 — check if this car was fixed
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...
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.
Campaign 24V797000 — check if this car was fixed
Loss of motive power due to engine failure
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.
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.
Campaign 25V060000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 25V274000 — check if this car was fixed
Loss of motive power due to engine failure
Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy
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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles and update the transmission control software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2026.
Campaign 26V083000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (213 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (96 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (85 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 22V903000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V463000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V797000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V060000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V274000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V083000 (power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.