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2022 GMC Sierra

GasDiesel
Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
34 EPA-rated configurations
Data refreshed 2026-09-11
F
Safety Signal
44 / 100 from the NHTSA recall record
Recalls1 critical8
Complaintsowner reports to NHTSA646
Crash ratingNHTSA overall5★
Fuel economybest combined, EPA26 mpg
20262025202420232022202120202019201820172016
Active NHTSA advisory: park outside and away from structures until repaired. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and see the recall details below.

The 2022 GMC Sierra is sold in the U.S. as a gas and diesel pickup truck with 34 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Sierra 2WD, is EPA-rated at 26 mpg combined. NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for this model year, 1 rated critical, which gives it a Safety Signal grade of F. Owners have filed 646 complaints, most often about the engine. NHTSA crash-tested it at 5 stars overall.

Specs & fuel economy

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
ConfigurationPowertrainDriveEngine / motorCityHwyCombAnnual fuel*
Sierra 2WDGasRWD2.7L 4-cyl turbo192220$3,100
Sierra 2WDGasRWD2.7L 4-cyl turbo192220$3,100
Sierra 2WDGasRWD5.3L 8-cyl162118$3,450
Sierra 2WDGasRWD5.3L 8-cyl162118$3,450
Sierra 2WDGasRWD5.3L 8-cyl162118$3,450
Sierra 2WDGasRWD5.3L 8-cyl162118$3,450
Sierra 4WDGas4WD2.7L 4-cyl turbo172018$3,450
Sierra 4WDGas4WD2.7L 4-cyl turbo172018$3,450
Sierra 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl152017$3,650
Sierra 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl152017$3,650
Sierra 4WDGas4WD6.2L 8-cyl152017$4,550
Sierra 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl151917$3,650
Sierra 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl162017$3,650
Sierra Cab Chassis 2WDGasRWD5.3L 8-cyl151817$3,650
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WDGas4WD2.7L 4-cyl turbo161817$3,650
Sierra 2WDGasRWD5.3L 8-cyl151916$3,900
Sierra 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl151916$3,900
Sierra 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl141816$3,900
Sierra 4WDGas4WD6.2L 8-cyl141916$4,850
Sierra 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl141916$3,900
Sierra 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl141916$3,900
Sierra Cab Chassis 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl151716$3,900
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WDGas4WD6.2L 8-cyl141816$4,850
Sierra Cab Chassis 2WDGasRWD5.3L 8-cyl141715$4,150
Sierra Cab Chassis 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl141715$4,150
Sierra Cab Chassis 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl131715$4,150
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl141615$4,150
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl141815$4,150
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl131715$4,150
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl141715$4,150
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WDGas4WD6.2L 8-cyl131714$5,550
Sierra 2WDDieselRWD3.0L 6-cyl turbo233026$3,450
Sierra 4WDDiesel4WD3.0L 6-cyl turbo222624$3,750
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WDDiesel4WD3.0L 6-cyl turbo202321$4,250

*EPA estimate at 15,000 miles/year at EPA reference fuel and electricity prices. fueleconomy.gov record ids: 44732, 44733, 44731, 44734, 45161, 45162, 44750, 44751, 44744, 44745.

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Recalls (8)

Source: NHTSA recall database
○minor

Power Train

N252516560
1,055 vehicles
ProblemGeneral Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, 3500, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles that may have been repaired incorrectly under recall 24V797. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock up.RiskRear wheel lock up increases the risk of a crash.FixDealers will inspect the vehicles and update the transmission control software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252516560. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 12, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V083000reported Feb 12, 2026General Motors, LLC
▲high

Engine And Engine Cooling

N252494000
597,571 vehicles
ProblemGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.RiskEngine failure increases the risk of a crash.FixDealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number
NHTSA campaign 25V274000reported Apr 24, 2025General Motors, LLC
▲high

Structure

N242490120
70,768 vehicles
ProblemGeneral Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with chrome front grille deflectors. The attachments that hold the front grille deflectors in place may fracture, resulting in grille detachment.RiskA detached front grille deflector may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.FixDealers will reinforce or repair all attachment points on the chrome front grille deflector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may call GM customer service for GMC at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242490120.
NHTSA campaign 25V060000reported Feb 6, 2025General Motors, LLC
○minor

Power Train

N242454440
463,295 vehicles
ProblemGeneral Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with diesel engines. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock-up.RiskRear wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.FixDealers will install new transmission control module software, free of charge. GM will provide a special coverage program to cover the repair of transmissions that are identified by the remedy software as containing a defective control valve. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, GMC customer service at GMC 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
NHTSA campaign 24V797000reported Oct 24, 2024General Motors, LLC
▲high

Latches/Locks/Linkages

N232426400
570,434 vehicles
ProblemGeneral Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with power-unlatching tailgates. The tailgate's electronic gate-release switch may short circuit due to water intrusion, which can result in the tailgate inadvertently unlatching while the vehicle is in park.RiskAn unlatched tailgate may open while driving and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.FixOwners are advised to check that the tailgate is closed and latched before driving. Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232426400.
NHTSA campaign 24V060000reported Feb 1, 2024General Motors, LLC
○minor

Exterior Lighting

N222386380
740,108 vehicles
ProblemGeneral Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."RiskDRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.FixThe body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.
NHTSA campaign 22V903000reported Dec 8, 2022General Motors, LLC
▲high

Exterior Lighting

N222368110
242 vehicles
ProblemGeneral Motors (GM) has decided that certain 2022 model year Chevrolet Silverado, and GMC Sierra vehicles equipped with an accessory sport bar. The accessory sport bar contains a high-mounted brake light that may not function. In addition, it may block the vehicle's existing high-mounted brake light. As such, these vehicles may fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."RiskAn inoperative high-mounted brake light can reduce visibility to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.FixDealers will inspect the installation of the accessory bar and provide the correct vehicle wiring, if necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters advising owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 10, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 27, 2023. Owners may contact GM's customer service on 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.. GM's recall number for this recall is N222368110.
NHTSA campaign 22V463000reported Jun 30, 2022General Motors, LLC
!critical

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

N212349181
Park outside3,241 vehicles
ProblemGeneral Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, and Sierra 3500 vehicles with electronic brake control modules (EBCM) replaced during vehicle assembly. The bolts that attach the brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV) assembly may not be properly tightened, which could fail to seal the two sub-assemblies and allow water intrusion.RiskWater in the BPMV may cause an electrical short circuit and increase the risk of fire.FixOwners are advised to park outside and away from other structures until the recall repair is completed. Dealers will replace the BPMV assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 20, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212349181.
NHTSA campaign 21V758000reported Sep 29, 2021General Motors, LLC

NHTSA defect investigations

Engine — Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy open

On January 16, 2026, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Recall Query RQ26001.  This investigation was opened to assess the remedy effectiveness of Recall 25V-274. ODI has received complaints alleging engine failure in vehicles after the recall remedy had been completed, whether that remedy involved an oil viscosity change or a complete engine replacement. General Motors (GM) issued Recall 25V-274 to address concerns of engine failure in the L87 engines produced between March 1, 2021 and May 31, 2024. GM cited the root cause as a supplier manufacturing and quality issue. GM’s recall remedy for Recall 25V-274 consisted of two different repairs, either an oil viscosity change o

Opened Aug 20, 2026 · action EA26005

Engine — Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy closed

On January 16, 2026, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Recall Query RQ26001.  This investigation was opened to assess the remedy effectiveness of Recall 25V-274. ODI has received complaints alleging engine failure in vehicles after the recall remedy had been completed, whether that remedy involved an oil viscosity change or a complete engine replacement. General Motors (GM) issued Recall 25V-274 to address concerns of engine failure in the L87 engines produced between March 1, 2021 and May 31, 2024. GM cited the root cause as a supplier manufacturing and quality issue. GM’s recall remedy for Recall 25V-274 consisted of two different repairs, either an oil viscosity change o

Opened Jan 16, 2026 · closed Aug 20, 2026 · action RQ26001

Engine — Loss of motive power due to engine failure open

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 1,157 reports of engine bearing failure failures in the L87 6.2L engine produced by General Motors (GM). Of the 1,157 reports received, 173 are outside of the scope of recall 25V-274. These engines are installed in Model Years (MY) 2019–2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, and 2021-2024MY Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe, GMC Yukon/Yukon XL, and Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV vehicles. The subject engine failures were investigated as part of a Preliminary Evaluation (PE25001).  GM determined that these engine failures were due to multiple supplier manufacturing and quality issues. GM issued recall 25V-274 to address the supp

Opened Oct 23, 2025 · action EA25007

Engine — Loss of motive power due to engine failure closed

On January 16, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE25001 after receiving complaints and field reports concerning engine failures in MY2019-2024 GM’s full-size truck and SUV T1XX platform equipped with the L87 6.2L V8 engine. These complainants alleged engine bearing failures resulting in knocking and growling noises from the engine’s bottom end and in some cases more severe consequences such as broken connecting rods leading to engine damage, or engine failure. If the engine fails during vehicle operation, the vehicle will lose propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. On April 24, 2025, GM issued recall 25V-274 to address the concern with L8

Opened Jan 16, 2025 · closed Oct 23, 2025 · action PE25001

Owner complaints

Source: NHTSA complaint database
646complaints filed

13 involved a crash · 7 a fire · 11 injuries · 0 deaths reported

Filed per year: 2022: 31 · 2023: 38 · 2024: 110 · 2025: 297 · 2026: 170

Most-cited components

Engine239
Power Train117
Structure103
Electrical System100
Unspecified84
Forward Collision Avoidance29

What owners describe

“While driving on the interstate we were exiting to pull into a rest area while slowing down the rear wheels momentarily locked up and the truck downshifted hard and abruptly with that happening the check engine light came on along with a decreased power message. We pulled into a parking spot during so we tried to shift…”Sep 5, 2025 · Power Train · NHTSA owner report
“The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the message “Trailer Brake Disconnected" was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact was hauling a 5th-wheel trailer during the failure. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, turned off the vehicle, and waited …”Aug 27, 2025 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA owner report
“The tire Goodyear LT275/65R20 are the original tires on the truck when purchased. The tires have been rotated and balanced at the dealership routinely, approximately 42,000 miles on the set. On [XXX], I was travelling [XXX] here in NC when I felt a bump as if I had hit something in the road. I pulled off to the shoulde…”Jul 6, 2025 · Tires · NHTSA owner report

Complaint counts are raw owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects, and scale with how many were sold. Use them to spot patterns, not to rank.

Crash ratings

Source: NHTSA NCAP
ConfigurationOverallFrontalSideRolloverRollover risk
PU/CC 2WD★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆19%
PU/CC 4WD★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆20%
PU/EC 2WD★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆19%
PU/EC 4WD★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆20%
PU/RC 2WD★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆19%
PU/RC 4WD★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆20%
PU/CC 2WD★★★★☆★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆19%
PU/CC 4WD★★★★☆★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆20%
PU/EC 2WDnot ratednot rated★★★★★★★★★☆19%
PU/EC 4WDnot ratednot rated★★★★★★★★★☆20%
PU/RC 2WDnot ratednot rated★★★★★★★★★☆19%
PU/RC 4WDnot ratednot rated★★★★★★★★★☆20%

NHTSA New Car Assessment Program. Standard driver-assist: automatic emergency braking.

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Other Sierra model years

F

2026 GMC Sierra

6 recalls · 120 complaints

D

2025 GMC Sierra

4 recalls · 161 complaints

F

2024 GMC Sierra

8 recalls · 501 complaints

C

2023 GMC Sierra

4 recalls · 517 complaints

F

2021 GMC Sierra

10 recalls · 624 complaints

F

2020 GMC Sierra

16 recalls · 592 complaints

F

2019 GMC Sierra

17 recalls · 705 complaints

F

2018 GMC Sierra

12 recalls · 366 complaints

F

2017 GMC Sierra

10 recalls · 477 complaints

F

2016 GMC Sierra

12 recalls · 454 complaints

Sources & method

Safety Signal starts every model-year at 100 and subtracts points per open NHTSA recall campaign by severity: critical 15 (fire risk, park-outside or do-not-drive advisories), high 8 (brakes, steering, airbags, loss of drive power, structure, battery), moderate 6, minor 3 (software, labels, lighting fixed by an update). Floor 35. A ≥ 90, B ≥ 80, C ≥ 70, D ≥ 60, otherwise F. Complaint counts and NHTSA crash ratings are shown separately and are not blended into the grade.

EPA figures come from fueleconomy.gov vehicle records. Recalls, complaints, investigations and crash ratings come from NHTSA's public flat files, refreshed weekly.

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