2013 GMC Sierra
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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 1 |
| 1983 | 2 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1993 | 72 |
| 1994 | 190 |
| 1995 | 261 |
| 1996 | 246 |
| 1997 | 238 |
| 1998 | 190 |
| 1999 | 600 |
| 2000 | 443 |
| 2001 | 264 |
| 2002 | 249 |
| 2003 | 206 |
| 2004 | 188 |
| 2005 | 117 |
| 2006 | 53 |
| 2007 | 59 |
| 2008 | 68 |
| 2009 | 37 |
| 2010 | 34 |
| 2011 | 43 |
| 2012 | 29 |
| 2013 | 39 |
| 2014 | 101 |
| 2015 | 53 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 61 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
18% of complaints: air bags — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2013 GMC Sierra.
NHTSA ODI report, 20220307
ON APRIL 7, 2014, I WAS INVOLVED IN CAR ACCIDENT. MY VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY THROUGH A SOLID GREEN LIGHT WHEN THE OTHER THE VEHICLE MAKING A LEFT TURN TRIED TO SPEED UP TO GET PASS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140408
WHILE DRIVING IN THE MOUNTAINS, I SWERVED TO MISS AN ANIMAL, TOOK THE DITCH, HIT TWO TREES, SOME BOULDERS AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I WAS TRAVELING AT ABOUT 47 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140323
13% of complaints: steering — 5 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: power train — 5 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY10% of complaints: service brakes — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT; Chevrolet Avalanche, Express, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, and Tahoe; and GMC Savan
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected vehicles and replace the steering column as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 21, 2013. Chevrolet owners may call 1-
Campaign 13V001000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD vehicles, equipped with 6.6L diesel engines and dual fuel tanks. In the affected vehicles, t
Remedy: General Motors will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel transfer pump, as necessary, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. The recall
Campaign 13V615000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD, Chevrolet Express, and GMC Sierra HD vehicles, and model year 2013 GMC Savana compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicle
Remedy: GM will notify owners and will send them a replacement label, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer servi
Campaign 13V544000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2013 GMC Sierra — pre-purchase inspection
- 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).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 13V001000 (power train, steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V615000 (fuel system, diesel) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V544000 (equipment) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2013 GMC Sierra reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 GMC Sierra is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2013 GMC Sierra?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 18% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 GMC Sierra 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.