2015 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
55% of complaints: exterior lighting — 29 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: steering — 6 distinct reports on file.
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The contact owns a 2015 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, requiring increased effort to maneuver the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240320
11% of complaints: power train — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
DRIVING NORTH ON THE GARDEN STATE PARKWAY IN THE CENTER LANE IT FELT LIKE I HAD A BACK TIRE BLOWOUT BUT WHAT HAPPENED WAS MY REAR AXLE BROKE CAUSING MY VEHICLE TO BE EXTREMELY HARD TO CONTROL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20160301
TL* 2015 GMC SIERRA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, IT BEGAN TO COAST BACKWARDS AND COLLIDED INTO THE SIDE OF A BUILDING WITHOUT WARNING. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150922
8% of complaints: air bags — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
TL* 2015 GMC SIERRA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, IT BEGAN TO COAST BACKWARDS AND COLLIDED INTO THE SIDE OF A BUILDING WITHOUT WARNING. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150922
4% of complaints: service brakes — 2 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2015 GMC Sierra 1500.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230105
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors is recalling certain 2014 model year Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, and 2015 model year Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV; Chevrolet Silverado HD; and GMC Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL, equipped with a 4.3L...
Remedy: General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the engine control module, free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC at 1-800-462-8782.
Campaign 14V007000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra vehicles, and model year 2015 GMC Yukon and Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe vehicles.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will re-program the software in the transfer case control module, free of charge. The recall began in early August 2014.
Campaign 14V374000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Buick Encore and Cadillac ATS; 2014 Cadillac CTS, ELR, Chevrolet Caprice and SS vehicles; and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Trucks.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat hook bracket assembly weld and replace the lower seat track, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2014.
Campaign 14V446000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra, and Yukon XL vehicles, equipped with electric power steering (EPS).
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering assist motor kit, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC).
Campaign 14V719000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles manufactured November 24, 2014, to November 25, 2014.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axles, and replace any that were improperly heat-treated, free of charge. The recall began on December 17,2014.
Campaign 14V819000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks manufactured January 24, 2014, to February 26, 2014, 2015 Chevrolet Suburban vehicles manufactured February 12, 2014 and Chevrolet Tahoe...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782.
Campaign 15V640000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2015 GMC Sierra — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (29 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 14V007000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V374000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V446000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V719000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V819000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V640000 (electrical system) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2015 GMC Sierra reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 GMC Sierra is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2015 GMC Sierra?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 GMC Sierra have?
6 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.