2026 GMC Sierra 1500

▲ Better than typical

2026 GMC Sierra 1500
RENDERED 2026-09-17T01:36:12.007Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2026: 100 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	145
2007	262
2008	380
2009	234
2010	167
2011	284
2012	107
2013	115
2014	737
2015	717
2016	341
2017	353
2018	300
2019	636
2020	460
2021	554
2022	569
2023	455
2024	353
2025	107
2026	100

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

ENGINE 70%

70% of complaints: engine — 70 distinct reports on file.

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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, 20260721

Also filed under UNKNOWN OR OTHER

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, 20260713

I do not have an official communication from the dealer who is servicing my vehicle. However, they have had my vehicle for almost 3 weeks and they tell me that the engine has failed and needs complete replacement.

NHTSA ODI report, 20251016

POWER TRAIN 21%

21% of complaints: power train — 21 distinct reports on file.

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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, 20260723

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 9%

9% of complaints: electrical system — 9 distinct reports on file.

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 7%

7% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.

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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, 20260715

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 6%

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

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20260416 — equipment

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.

Campaign 26V114000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20260518 — power train

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.

Campaign 26V289000 — check if this car was fixed