2026 GMC Sierra 1500
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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
- 133
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2026
None on file
72% of complaints
Complaints per year
2026: 133 complaints
View as data table
| 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 | 145 |
| 2007 | 263 |
| 2008 | 380 |
| 2009 | 234 |
| 2010 | 167 |
| 2011 | 284 |
| 2012 | 107 |
| 2013 | 115 |
| 2014 | 740 |
| 2015 | 720 |
| 2016 | 342 |
| 2017 | 354 |
| 2018 | 302 |
| 2019 | 648 |
| 2020 | 479 |
| 2021 | 585 |
| 2022 | 585 |
| 2023 | 486 |
| 2024 | 376 |
| 2025 | 117 |
| 2026 | 133 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
72% · 96 reportsShow complaint excerpts
5/08/2026: I stopped outside my garage. I then placed the truck in park and exited the vehicle while running. I went inside my garage and several minutes later, heard a crash.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-08
Also filed under Power train and electrical system
I bought the truck with 2 miles , shut off on me within 1,300 miles wouldnât turn on , supposedly it was a bad fuse that was burned out , Second time it shut off on me again , all my sensors were going off and on and truck wouldnât turn back...
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-21
While driving vehicle the engine lost power and shut off in traffic. There were no warning signs of issues at that time. The dashboard went blank and then reappeared and the truck was in park. after that the truck would not shift gears.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-13
Power train
23% · 30 reportsShow complaint excerpts
When going up my 5% grade driveway the truck has slammed into âparkâ while moving two times. The car turns off as it slams into park and a â service transmissionâ warning is on the dash.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-23
Electrical system
11% · 15 reportsFuel/propulsion system
7% · 9 reportsForward collision avoidance
5% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
Show complaint excerpts
I purchased this new full-size heavy-duty pickup, and at purchase the selling dealer installed a 3-inch suspension lift kit with 37-inch tires on 22-inch wheels as a paid dealer upfit.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-15
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2026-04-16Equipment26V114000 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,...
Remedy: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic ownerâs manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026.
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2026-05-18Power train26V289000 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...
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transfer case assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026.
Buy-smart checklist
2026 GMC Sierra 1500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 96 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 30 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 15 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 26V114000 · Equipment
- Recall 26V289000 · Power train
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- Is the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 72% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.