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2023 GMC Sierra

GasDiesel
Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
24 EPA-rated configurations
Data refreshed 2026-09-11
C
Safety Signal
78 / 100 from the NHTSA recall record
RecallsNHTSA campaigns4
Complaintsowner reports to NHTSA517
Crash ratingNHTSA overall5★
Fuel economybest combined, EPA26 mpg
20262025202420232022202120202019201820172016

The 2023 GMC Sierra is sold in the U.S. as a gas and diesel pickup truck with 24 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Sierra 2WD, is EPA-rated at 26 mpg combined. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year, which gives it a Safety Signal grade of C. Owners have filed 517 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 turbo192120$3,100
Sierra 4WDGas4WD2.7L 4-cyl turbo182019$3,300
Sierra 4WDGas4WD2.7L 4-cyl turbo182019$3,300
Sierra 2WDGasRWD5.3L 8-cyl162018$3,450
Sierra 2WDGasRWD5.3L 8-cyl162118$3,450
Sierra 2WDGasRWD5.3L 8-cyl162018$3,450
Sierra 2WDGasRWD5.3L 8-cyl162118$3,450
Sierra 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl151917$3,650
Sierra 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl162017$3,650
Sierra 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl162017$3,650
Sierra 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl151917$3,650
Sierra 4WDGas4WD6.2L 8-cyl151917$4,550
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl151917$3,650
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WDGas4WD2.7L 4-cyl turbo171817$3,650
Sierra Cab Chassis 2WDGasRWD5.3L 8-cyl151816$3,900
Sierra Cab Chassis 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl151716$3,900
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl151816$3,900
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WDGas4WD5.3L 8-cyl151916$3,900
Sierra 4WD AT4XGas4WD6.2L 8-cyl141715$5,150
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WDGas4WD6.2L 8-cyl141715$5,150
Sierra 2WDDieselRWD3.0L 6-cyl turbo242926$3,450
Sierra 4WDDiesel4WD3.0L 6-cyl turbo222724$3,750
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WDDiesel4WD3.0L 6-cyl turbo212322$4,050

*EPA estimate at 15,000 miles/year at EPA reference fuel and electricity prices. fueleconomy.gov record ids: 45782, 45783, 45804, 45814, 45777, 45778, 45780, 45781, 45800, 45805.

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Recalls (4)

Source: NHTSA recall database
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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
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Service Brakes, Hydraulic

N242447990
449,671 vehicles
ProblemGeneral Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles. The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."RiskWithout a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.FixThe Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447990.
NHTSA campaign 24V674000reported Sep 12, 2024General Motors, LLC
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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
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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

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
517complaints filed

11 involved a crash · 2 a fire · 4 injuries · 0 deaths reported

Filed per year: 2023: 33 · 2024: 60 · 2025: 235 · 2026: 189

Most-cited components

Engine207
Power Train123
Structure76
Electrical System67
Unspecified53
Fuel/Propulsion System33

What owners describe

“The brake controller on trucks error out while towing. Shuts brakes off. Not a good thing towing 16,000lbs down hill. Almost accident. Destroyed my truck brakes and warped rotors. The controller checks the house battery on trailer and if not in range shuts brakes off. The brake towing screen in truck states all is good…”Nov 10, 2025 · Electrical System · NHTSA owner report
“The contact owns a 2023 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the messages "Service Charging System" and "Service Diesel Emissions System" were displayed, and suddenly the power steering and power brakes malfunctioned, causing the contact to almost lose control of the vehicle. The…”Sep 18, 2025 · Engine And Engine Cooling · NHTSA owner report
“My rear wheels randomly lock up and truck violently shakes. It does it randomly in very long trips so GM and every dealer I've brought it to just says that "they cant help me because they cant get it to replicate. Had the same issue with my 2020 and it has an open recall for the exact same thing. This is very dangerous…”Aug 25, 2025 · Power Train · 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 4WD★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆20%
PU/CC RWD★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆19%
PU/EC 4WDnot ratednot rated★★★★★★★★★☆20%
PU/EC RWDnot ratednot rated★★★★★★★★★☆19%
PU/RC 4WDnot ratednot rated★★★★★★★★★☆20%
PU/RC RWDnot ratednot rated★★★★★★★★★☆19%

NHTSA New Car Assessment Program. Standard driver-assist: forward collision warning, lane departure warning, 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

F

2022 GMC Sierra

8 recalls · 646 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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