Is the 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 GMC Sierra 3500?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 have?

7 recalls on file for this model year.

2017 GMC Sierra 3500

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2017 GMC Sierra 3500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:35:48.503Z

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 13
Recalls: 7
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2017: 13 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1996	1
1997	10
1998	12
1999	19
2000	26
2001	36
2002	20
2003	7
2004	24
2005	24
2006	11
2007	16
2008	25
2009	5
2010	2
2011	20
2012	9
2013	14
2014	7
2015	30
2016	19
2017	13
2018	14
2019	13
2020	51
2021	20
2022	32
2023	28
2024	49
2025	17
2026	3

Known problem areas

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

5 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes.

CRASHFIRE

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While driving down a mountain road with a 5TH wheel attached it appeared that the rear brakes on the drivers side were smoking, I pulled over to allow it to cool.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-01

Also filed under Wheels

Trailer brake system connection warning Intermittent when towing it will say trailer not connected, while still having a secure 7 pin connection. This causes me to loose trailer brakes. My camper is nearly 14,000 lbs. Very dangerous situation.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-29

Electrical system

3 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system.

Power train

3 of 13 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing axle assembly.

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tHE 6L90 TRANMISSION FAILED WITH NO WARNING AT 58,408 MILES. HAD TO BACK THE TRUCK UP IN TRAFFIC OVER 1/2 MILE TO REACH A SAFE SPOT. SEEMS GM IS HAVING A LOT OF PROBLEMS WITH THIS TRANSMISSION AND THEIR 8 SPEED TRANSMISSION.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-10-20

Engine

2 of 13 total reports mention: engine.

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this vehicle is garage kept and meticulous maintained, has 136,000 miles, original owner, brought to dealer for an oil leak, they said exhaust are frozen and won't come out after heating etc. they have to replace exhaust manifolds!

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-01-02

Wheels

1 of 13 total reports mentions: wheels.

FIRE

Safety timeline

7 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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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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2019-07-30Fuel system, gasoline19V088000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 GMC Sierra 3500 and Chevrolet Silverado 3500 trucks equipped with gasoline engines and dual fuel tanks.

Remedy: GM has notified owners, and dealers will replace the rear-tank fuel-pump module, inspect the front tank and, if necessary, replace the front tank, free of charge. The recall began July 30, 2019. GM's number for this recall is N182204190.

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2019-12-11Engine19V328000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 4500, 5500 and 6500 vehicles and 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 vehicles and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with Duramax 6.6 liter diesel engines and an...

Remedy: GM will contact owners, dealers will replace the engine block heater, free of charge. Additionally, in Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 vehicles, dealers will install a new rerouted heater cord. The recall began December 11, 2019.

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2021-03-24Seat belts17V567000 General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 trucks. The front seat belt retractor assemblies were built with the incorrect torsion bar.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front seat belt retractor assemblies, free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.

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2022-04-04Equipment21V496000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500 and 2017-2019 GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with a Duramax diesel 6.6 liter engine and an optional engine-block heater cord.

Remedy: Dealers will replace engine block heaters and heater cords.

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2023-06-21Fuel system, diesel23V047000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra 2500, 3500 vehicles equipped with a dual fuel tank option.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and fuel pump module, replacing them as necessary. Dealers will also add a vent hose to the rear tank assembly. Repairs will be performed free of charge.

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Buy-smart checklist

2017 GMC Sierra 3500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Service brakes: 5 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 3 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 16V651000 · Air bags, seat belts
Recall 17V437000 · Air bags, seat belts
Recall 19V088000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 19V328000 · Engine
Recall 17V567000 · Seat belts
Recall 21V496000 · Equipment
Recall 23V047000 · Fuel system, diesel

FAQ

Is the 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 GMC Sierra 3500?: The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 have?: 7 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.