2013 GMC Sierra 2500
This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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 | 1 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 36 |
| 2000 | 47 |
| 2001 | 134 |
| 2002 | 134 |
| 2003 | 160 |
| 2004 | 143 |
| 2005 | 115 |
| 2006 | 66 |
| 2007 | 83 |
| 2008 | 63 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 63 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 46 |
| 2014 | 30 |
| 2015 | 89 |
| 2016 | 59 |
| 2017 | 37 |
| 2018 | 35 |
| 2019 | 31 |
| 2020 | 73 |
| 2021 | 49 |
| 2022 | 42 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 96 |
| 2025 | 24 |
| 2026 | 6 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
15% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 7 distinct reports on file.
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I was traveling east bound on i26 when the Bosch fuel pump exploded and sent metal shavings throughout the fuel system.
NHTSA ODI report, 20241218
15% of complaints: air bags — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
I was traveling east bound on i26 when the Bosch fuel pump exploded and sent metal shavings throughout the fuel system.
NHTSA ODI report, 20241218
CRACKED DASH GOING FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG COVER TO THE DASH VENT. ALSO, THE MOUNTING BRACKET FOR THE SAMES VENT CLIP IS BROKEN CAUSING THE DASH COVER TO BOUNCE AROUND.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180827
THE DASHBOARD IN MY 2013 GMC SIERRA 2500HD HAS A CRACK THAT RUNS FROM THE RADIUS OF THE UPPER LEFT HAND CORNER OF THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG TO THE FWD EDGE OF THE DASHBOARD THAT RUNS PARALLEL TO THE WINDSHIELD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160825
11% of complaints: steering — 5 distinct reports on file.
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THE VEHICLE LOSES POWER STEERING IN SLOW CONDITIONS, NORMALLY WHILE IN PARKING LOTS OR MAKING A TURN. THIS NORMALLY ONLY HAPPENS WHEN MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180730
11% of complaints: power train — 5 distinct reports on file.
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Transmission Control Module failure The TCM went out one day with no warning. Sitting at a red light, the light turned green, I started to go, and got about 20 feet into the intersection when suddenly it was like my truck shifted into neutral gear.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230905
7% of complaints: structure — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2018.
Campaign 18V267000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 24, 2021.
Campaign 21V053000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 25, 2021.
Campaign 21V054000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2013 GMC Sierra 2500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V267000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V053000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V054000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2013 GMC Sierra 2500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 GMC Sierra 2500 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2013 GMC Sierra 2500?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 15% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 GMC Sierra 2500 have?
3 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.