MYRModel Year Report

2016 GMC Sierra 2500

● Typical for this model
2016 GMC Sierra 2500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:45:23.177Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
59
Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2016

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Steering

24% of complaints

Complaints per year

1994: 1 complaint 1994 1997: 14 complaints 1998: 15 complaints 1999: 36 complaints 2000: 48 complaints 2000 2001: 134 complaints 2002: 134 complaints 2003: 160 complaints 2004: 143 complaints 2004 2005: 115 complaints 2006: 66 complaints 2007: 83 complaints 2008: 63 complaints 2008 2009: 31 complaints 2010: 10 complaints 2011: 63 complaints 2012: 30 complaints 2012 2013: 46 complaints 2014: 30 complaints 2015: 89 complaints 2016: 59 complaints 2016 59 2017: 37 complaints 2018: 35 complaints 2019: 32 complaints 2020: 79 complaints 2020 2021: 51 complaints 2022: 45 complaints 2023: 32 complaints 2024: 104 complaints 2024 2025: 28 complaints 2026: 14 complaints
1994: 1 complaint 1994 1997: 14 complaints 1998: 15 complaints 1998 1999: 36 complaints 2000: 48 complaints 2000 2001: 134 complaints 2002: 134 complaints 2002 2003: 160 complaints 2004: 143 complaints 2004 2005: 115 complaints 2006: 66 complaints 2006 2007: 83 complaints 2008: 63 complaints 2008 2009: 31 complaints 2010: 10 complaints 2010 2011: 63 complaints 2012: 30 complaints 2012 2013: 46 complaints 2014: 30 complaints 2014 2015: 89 complaints 2016: 59 complaints 2016 59 2017: 37 complaints 2018: 35 complaints 2018 2019: 32 complaints 2020: 79 complaints 2020 2021: 51 complaints 2022: 45 complaints 2022 2023: 32 complaints 2024: 104 complaints 2024 2025: 28 complaints 2026: 14 complaints 2026
1994: 1 complaint 1994 1997: 14 complaints 1998: 15 complaints 1998 1999: 36 complaints 2000: 48 complaints 2000 2001: 134 complaints 2002: 134 complaints 2002 2003: 160 complaints 2004: 143 complaints 2004 2005: 115 complaints 2006: 66 complaints 2006 2007: 83 complaints 2008: 63 complaints 2008 2009: 31 complaints 2010: 10 complaints 2010 2011: 63 complaints 2012: 30 complaints 2012 2013: 46 complaints 2014: 30 complaints 2014 2015: 89 complaints 2016: 59 complaints 2016 59 2017: 37 complaints 2018: 35 complaints 2018 2019: 32 complaints 2020: 79 complaints 2020 2021: 51 complaints 2022: 45 complaints 2022 2023: 32 complaints 2024: 104 complaints 2024 2025: 28 complaints 2026: 14 complaints 2026

2016: 59 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19941
199714
199815
199936
200048
2001134
2002134
2003160
2004143
2005115
200666
200783
200863
200931
201010
201163
201230
201346
201430
201589
201659
201737
201835
201932
202079
202151
202245
202332
2024104
202528
202614

Known problem areas

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

Steering

24% · 14 reports
Show complaint excerpts

Steering is not tight and has a lot of slop before the tires actually turn. GM dealer identified a bad steering box and followed TSB PIT5501F to determine there is a defect.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-15

Service brakes

17% · 10 reports
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While driving at 45MPH in the left lane of a major city thoroughfare the engine quit running, power steering and brakes did not work. The check engine light came on when the engine quit running.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-11-05

Also filed under Engine

Fuel/propulsion system

17% · 10 reports
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My high pressure fuel pump, cp4, went out with no warning while driving causing me to lose power. Was able to bring truck to stop safely but was stuck in middle of roadway.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-24

Engine

15% · 9 reports

Electrical system

15% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing horn.

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2016 GMC sierra shark fin antenna gets water under and destroys onstar, navigation, and compass operation. This is recalled in 2015 but does not include 2016 that have the exact same problem.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-23

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2016-03-14Service brakes, hydraulic16V069000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, and 3500 heavy duty trucks manufactured October 1, 2013, to February 1, 2016, 2015-2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicles (PPV) manufactured...

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will add adhesive to the brake pedal pivot nut and reinstall with an increased torque, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2016.

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    2016-10-13Air bags, seat belts16V651000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017...

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016.

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    2017-08-04Air bags, seat belts17V437000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac...

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017.

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    2018-10-03Service brakes, hydraulic18V578000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, 1500 Crew Cab Special Service, Tahoe Police Pursuit/Special Service, GMC Sierra 2500, and 3500 vehicles.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will add adhesive to the nut and reinstall the nut with increased tightness, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2018.

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    2022-05-05Air bags21V504000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, and Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right side RRAB modules, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 18, 2021. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy is available.

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    Date not on fileAir bags26V611000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500, GMC Sierra 2500/3500 vehicles, and 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace both RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2016 GMC Sierra 2500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 14 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 10 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 26V611000 · Air bags
  • Recall 16V069000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 16V651000 · Air bags, seat belts
  • Recall 17V437000 · Air bags, seat belts
  • Recall 18V578000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 21V504000 · Air bags
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FAQ

Is the 2016 GMC Sierra 2500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 GMC Sierra 2500 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2016 GMC Sierra 2500?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 GMC Sierra 2500 have?
6 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.