2023 GMC Sierra 1500

■ Significantly worse — known issue year

2023 GMC Sierra 1500
BUILT 2026-09-02

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2023: 439 complaints

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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	262
2008	380
2009	234
2010	167
2011	284
2012	107
2013	115
2014	737
2015	715
2016	340
2017	352
2018	297
2019	626
2020	454
2021	540
2022	552
2023	439
2024	336
2025	102
2026	89

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ENGINE 43%

43% of complaints: engine — 187 distinct reports on file.

CRASH

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I just left the gas station from getting a beverage, I got onto the interstate and had gone roughly about 3 miles before setting super cruise a few minutes after that the interstate takes a turn to the left with an exit on the right.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250505

Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

While towing my boat to the Florida Keys, I encountered a series of mechanical issues on Interstate 75. The engineâs exhaust became excessively loud, causing the engine to abruptly shut off.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250415

Complete engine failure while driving on a highway. While cruise was set, the truck emitted a sound and sensation like we had run over something on the highway. Within a few minutes the engine started ticking.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260723

POWER TRAIN 19%

19% of complaints: power train — 83 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing valves/valve body.

CRASH

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Engine light came on while driving and a message on dashboard said Service Transmission Now.Unable To Shift Soon. Took to dealer and they said it was the park position switch 1circuit high. Had to order part but not knowing how long to get it.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260722

STRUCTURE 17%

17% of complaints: structure — 74 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and exterior trim.

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The upper hood trim that sits above the grill, flew off on the interstate at approx 80 mph. Upon research this is a common problem for this make and model in years of 22-24. GM has a service bulletin for this issue as well as the NHTSA.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260713

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 13%

13% of complaints: electrical system — 56 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing lamp.

CRASH FIRE INJURY

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The infotainment system loses all audio through the speakers intermittently. when this happens I also lose the Safety warning chimes as well. shutting off the vehicle for an extended period of time resets something and it resumes normal function.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230209

Also filed under LANE DEPARTURE

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 6%

6% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 27 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

SAFETY TIMELINE

▮ 2023 — complaint volume: 439

R 20230123 — exterior lighting

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

R 20241025 — service brakes, hydraulic

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.

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.

Campaign 24V674000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20250116 — PE (closed 20251023)

Loss of motive power due to engine failure

R 20250618 — engine and engine cooling

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

I 20251023 — EA (open)

Loss of motive power due to engine failure

I 20260116 — RQ (open)

Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy