2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Problems
Compared with other GMC Sierra 1500 years
More complaints than typical for this model
82/100 2.1× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 2.1× that of a typical GMC Sierra 1500 year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 149 of its 598 complaints were filed by the end of 2024.
- Most reported problem: Engine knock, loss of power and engine seizure (244 complaints, median 41,216 mi).
- 6 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Open NHTSA investigationUpper Grille Deflector Detachment
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 598filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 39,541miles, 93 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 6campaigns on record
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4–5 / 5stars overall, 8 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 18 mpgcombined, 5.3L 8-cyl RWD · 16 city / 21 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
What owners report
Owners of this model year most often describe sudden engine problems — a knock that appears without warning, loss of power, and in many cases a seized engine that dealers replace. A smaller but noticeable share of complaints cover transmission harshness or a stalled shift into park, and front grille pieces coming loose while driving. Reports in this sample span from a few thousand miles to well past 100,000, with engine-related complaints clustering in the middle of that range.
- Engine
Engine knock, loss of power and engine seizure
- 244 complaints (41%)
- median 41,216 mi at 3.4 yrs old (53 state mileage)
- 5 mention a crash, fire or injury
- owner-quoted repair $9,086 (median of 8 quotes)
- filed 2022–2026
Complaints describe a loud knock from the engine bay, sometimes followed quickly by stalling and a loss of motive power while driving at highway speeds. Several owners say the engine would not restart and that a dealer diagnosed internal engine damage and recommended replacement; a few mention engines replaced more than once. Repair parts are often reported as backordered, and some owners link the symptoms to a prior engine-related recall campaign. Reported across a wide mileage range in this sample, from under 15,000 to well over 100,000 miles, often at highway speeds.
What to check: Ask whether the engine has been replaced or repaired and whether campaign 25V274000 was performed and when. Listen for a knock at cold start and during a test drive, and check oil level and condition before and after the drive.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that her son had called while pulled over to inform her that the vehicle was driving rough with the check engine and several other unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine had failed and needed to be replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #11627163, filed 2024-11, 78,000 miles“The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle lost power. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 14,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11570737, filed 2024-02, 14,000 miles - Transmission and drivetrain
Harsh or delayed shifting and 'Shift to Park' messages
- 166 complaints (28%)
- median 46,000 mi at 3.5 yrs old (31 state mileage)
- 6 mention a crash, fire or injury
- owner-quoted repair $2,350 (median of 10 quotes)
- filed 2022–2026
Owners describe hard or premature shifts, hesitation at highway speed with a service transmission message, and a stalled or failed restart. Others report a 'Shift to Park' message when the vehicle is already in park, sometimes preventing the vehicle from starting until the shifter assembly is replaced. Complaints mention dealers replacing the shifter assembly, diagnosing a shifter cable issue, or replacing the transmission outright in early cases. Mostly reported between roughly 25,000 and 85,000 miles; a few at very low mileage.
Recall 24V797000Recall 26V0830004 related service bulletins
What to check: Test the shifter through every position, confirm the vehicle starts reliably after being parked, and watch for hard shifts during a slow-speed and highway test drive. Ask whether any transmission control software updates or shifter repairs have been done.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact had experienced several catastrophic failures with the engine and transmission. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle shut off without warning, and lost power. The vehicle was towed to a dealer for an engine replacement. On another occasion while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle shut off without warning and the wheels locked up. …”
NHTSA complaint #11760940, filed 2026-08, 12,000 miles“The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the contact entered a parking lot and shifted the vehicle into park and the message “Shift to Park” was displayed. Additionally, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. Due to the failure, the contact was unable to start the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 74,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11764107, filed 2026-09, 74,000 miles - Electrical system
Stalling, no-start and electrical/infotainment dropouts
- 124 complaints (21%)
- median 36,500 mi at 3.4 yrs old (26 state mileage)
- 4 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 2022–2026
Owners report the radio, infotainment screen and rearview camera cutting out, the instrument cluster going blank, and the vehicle failing to restart. Some describe a battery and key fob message that persisted after those parts were replaced, and one complaint describes smoke and sparks from the radio console area followed by a fire. Reported from around 12,000 to 65,000 miles, at various speeds.
Recall 22V9030003 related service bulletins
What to check: Check that all screens, cameras and driver-assist features work through a full ignition cycle, and ask whether any software updates or battery/electrical repairs have been made. Have the battery and connections checked before purchase.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the infotainment system, and the rearview camera became inoperative, and the vehicle stalled. The tailgate unintendedly opened, and the steering and lane control assist feature independently activated causing the vehicle to steer in the other lanes. The contact stated while the vehicle was in reverse, the vehicle unexpectedly shifted to park. …”
NHTSA complaint #11639719, filed 2025-01, 15,000 miles“The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the driver's side seat vibrated, and the automatic high beam feature disengaged, and the lane change indicator became inoperable. The message Crash Sensor System Inoperable was displayed. The dealer was notified of the failure and advised the contact to temporarily disconnect the battery. The contact followed the instruction; however, the failure recurred a day later. …”
NHTSA complaint #11727495, filed 2026-03, 51,000 miles - Body and structure
Front grille deflector detaching while driving
- 74 complaints (12%)
- median 39,270 mi at 3.5 yrs old (8 state mileage, few)
- filed 2023–2026
Complaints describe the chrome front grille or grille deflector coming loose and detaching at highway speed, in some cases flying over the hood or striking the windshield. Owners say dealers ordered replacement parts, often with long waits, and some report the piece came loose again after the recall repair had already been performed. Reported from about 6,000 to 50,000 miles in this sample, typically at highway speeds.
What to check: Inspect the front grille and deflector attachments for looseness or missing fasteners, and confirm whether recall 25V060000 has been completed and whether the parts have stayed secure since.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the radiator grille detached from the front on the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to be inspected or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11629610, filed 2024-12, 50,000 miles“The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V060000 (Structure). However, the recall remedy failed, and the front grille piece flew off the vehicle while driving at an undisclosed speed. The contact stated that the grille was loose, and the contact returned the vehicle to the dealer and informed the dealer that the recall repair was already performed. …”
NHTSA complaint #11766756, filed 2026-09, 48,500 miles - Engine
Excessive oil consumption and low-oil warnings
- 55 complaints (9%)
- median 30,000 mi at 3.2 yrs old (11 state mileage)
- 4 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 2023–2026
Owners describe needing to add oil between changes, low-oil warnings, and in some cases smoke from the engine bay with messages to check oil or shift to neutral. Complaints mention coolant mixing with engine oil in one case and dealers being unable to identify a cause in others. Reported between roughly 28,000 and 62,000 miles in this sample.
What to check: Check the oil level on a cold engine and look for a fuel or coolant smell in the oil; ask the seller how much oil is added between changes.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH over a bump in the roadway, there was a huge cloud of white smoke coming from the vehicle and the vehicle started to lose motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the roadway and waited for a tow truck to arrive. The contact attempted to start the vehicle again, but the vehicle failed to start. …”
NHTSA complaint #11646505, filed 2025-03, 6,607 miles“The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The message hot oil was displayed on the screen. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road where the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). …”
NHTSA complaint #11677006, filed 2025-07, 37,000 miles
Buying note. Have any candidate vehicle inspected for engine noise, oil consumption and prior engine work, and confirm whether the engine and grille-detector recalls were completed. A service history showing regular oil checks and any transmission software updates is worth asking for.
Summary written with AI from a sample of 60 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.
NHTSA recorded 598 consumer complaints for the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. 93 of the complaints include a mileage, and 59% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 39,541 miles. Of all complaints, 9 involved a crash, 5 a fire, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns and 1,606 technical service bulletins for this model year. Compared with the other 15 GMC Sierra 1500 model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 82 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (more complaints than typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine239 40%
- Transmission and drivetrain112 19%
- Body and structure106 18%
- Electrical system83 14%
- Other or unknown76 13%
- Fuel system31 5.2%
- Brakes30 5.0%
- Engine cooling29 4.9%
- Forward collision avoidance24 4.0%
- Lane departure13 2.2%
Also reported: Steering (13), Vehicle speed control (9), Back-over prevention (rear camera) (6), Latches, locks and linkages (5), Air bags (3), Suspension (2), Electronic stability control (1), Exterior lighting (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Engine: “My vehicle stop running as I approached a traffic signal and failed to restart, it happened at a heavy traffic intersection during morning commute,I had the vehicle towed to Dealership that same day (01-22-2026). Later that evening the dealership called to inform me that the motor was blown and had ordered a new one.the mileage is approximately 39,285.”
NHTSA complaint #11713315, filed 2026-01Transmission and drivetrain: “4/02/26 Truck bug jumped hard and shifted down causing me to fishtail and almost hit a car. Scared the crap out of me and the driver of the other car. Low power mode. 20 mph. No reverse. Towed to dealership. Diagnosis valve body spacer. This is our first GMC. Barely had it over a year. 78k miles. No warning lamps prior to failure.”
NHTSA complaint #11731534, filed 2026-04Body and structure: “I had the recall performed to reinforce the upper grille deflector on my truck because there was risk of it flying off at highway speeds. Last week driving down the highway my grille deflector flew off and had the car behind me not swerved, they would have been struck by it. I have an appointment at my dealership tomorrow.”
NHTSA complaint #11736455, filed 2026-05Electrical system: “My truck is intermittently having the camera display a warning code. While in reverse or while towing and trying to use the surrounding cameras. It happens randomly and almost caused accidents in parking lots. While towing I use it for lane changes and with non towing mirrors it’s a very dangerous issue that could cause an accident especially on the highway”
NHTSA complaint #11754012, filed 2026-07Mileage when problems were reported
59% of the 93 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 22,000 and 67,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra 1500 · crew cab 2WD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.1% risk |
| Sierra 1500 · crew cab 4WD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.8% risk |
| Sierra 1500 Limited · extended cab 2WD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.1% risk |
| Sierra 1500 Limited · regular cab 2WD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.1% risk |
| Sierra 1500 Limited · regular cab 4WD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.8% risk |
| Sierra 1500 Limited · extended cab 4WD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.8% risk |
| Sierra 1500 Limited · crew cab 2WD | ★★★★☆ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.1% risk |
| Sierra 1500 Limited · crew cab 4WD | ★★★★☆ | 4 / 4 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.8% risk |
| Sierra 1500 · regular cab 2WD | not rated | — | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.1% risk |
| Sierra 1500 · extended cab 2WD | not rated | — | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.1% risk |
| Sierra 1500 · extended cab 4WD | not rated | — | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.8% risk |
| Sierra 1500 · regular cab 4WD | not rated | — | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.8% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2022 model year: automatic emergency braking standard.
Neighbouring years: 2021: same overall rating; 2023: 5 stars overall. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra 2WD | 2.7L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 19 | 22 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Sierra 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Sierra 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Sierra 4WD | 2.7L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 17 | 20 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Sierra 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Sierra 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 15 | 19 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Sierra 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 16 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Sierra 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 15 | 19 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Sierra 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,200 |
| Sierra 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 15 | 20 | 17 | $4,850 |
| Sierra 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 14 | 19 | 16 | $5,150 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 2.7L 4-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 16 | 18 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 14 | 18 | 15 | $4,450 |
| Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | 10-speed automatic | 13 | 17 | 15 | $4,450 |
9 more EPA-rated versions are not shown.
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 26V083000Feb 12, 2026Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module › SoftwareCovers: GMC Sierra 1500 2020–2022, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2020–2022, GMC Sierra 2500 2020 +3 more
General 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…
- 25V274000Apr 24, 2025Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Hard parts internal/mechanicalCovers: GMC Sierra 1500 2021–2024, Chevrolet Tahoe 2021–2024, GMC Yukon 2021–2024 +5 more
General 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…
- 25V060000Feb 6, 2025Structure › Body › Bumpers › Active shutters/grillCovers: GMC Sierra 1500 2022
General 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.
- 24V797000Oct 24, 2024Power train › Automatic transmission › Fluid/lubricant › Valves/valve bodyCovers: GMC Sierra 1500 2020–2022, Sierra 2500 2020–2022, Sierra 3500 2020–2022 +9 more
General 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…
- 22V903000Dec 8, 2022Exterior lighting › Lighting control module › SoftwareCovers: GMC Sierra 1500 2022–2023, Cadillac CT5 2020–2023, CT4 2020–2023 +8 more
General 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…
- 22V463000Jun 30, 2022Exterior lighting › Brake lightsCovers: GMC Sierra 1500 2022, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2022
General 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…
Recall details for the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- RQ26003Upper Grille Deflector DetachmentOpen · Oct 9, 2026
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 1,606 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038596Oct 17, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to dealers steps to follow to obtain an IOK radio.
- 11038463Oct 5, 2026Other or unknown. This document assists GM dealer technicians with diagnosing torque converter concerns to ensure torque converter replacement is necessary. The torque converter part number will be placed on order…
- 11038139Oct 5, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary PI was created to advise techniians in the field that they will not be able to perform a GDS automated bleed with the scan tool dues to a issue with the software in the scan tool
- 11037555Sep 26, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- 11037460Sep 23, 2026Fuel system. General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall. Certain vehicles may have a condition which can cause the fuel pump power control module to fail. If this were to occur, fuel flow…
- 11037550Sep 21, 2026Other or unknown. This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent confusion when ordering
- 11037321Sep 16, 2026Fuel system. General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall. Certain vehicles may have a condition which can cause the fuel pump power control module to fail. If this were to occur, fuel flow…
- 11037445Sep 15, 2026Other or unknown. This PI is created to inform GM dealers that some vehicles may intermittently fail to connect wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto after Bluetooth pairing during the first key cycle. The condition…
- 11037320Sep 10, 2026Other or unknown. This PI is to instruct dealer on diagnostic procedures that need to be completed prior to replacing a radio or IPC display
- 11037253Sep 4, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
Other model years of the GMC Sierra 1500
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 147 | 3,900 | 2 | 5 | 19 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2025 | 124 | 16,000 | 1 | 5 | 19 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2024 | 374 | 19,650 | 1 | 5 | 18 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 497 | 29,000 | 3 | 5 | 18 | 81 · More | Too new |
| 2022 | 598 | 39,541 | 6 | 4–5 | 18 | 82 · More | Rising |
| 2021 | 596 | 50,000 | 7 | 4–5 | 17 | 75 · More | Rising |
| 2020 | 483 | 35,930 | 12 | 4–5 | 19 | 77 · More | Rising |
| 2019 | 658 | 14,250 | 10 | 4–5 | 19 | 89 · More | Rising |
| 2018 | 305 | 34,000 | 7 | 5 | 19 | 46 · Typical | Rising |
| 2017 | 355 | 38,984 | 6 | 5 | 19 | 43 · Typical | Stable |
| 2016 | 343 | 47,000 | 8 | 5 | 19 | 54 · Typical | Stable |
| 2015 | 720 | 47,000 | 9 | 5 | 19 | 76 · More | Falling |
| 2014 | 743 | 55,000 | 9 | 5 | 19 | 76 · More | Falling |
| 2013 | 116 | 70,000 | 3 | 4 | 17 | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2012 | 107 | 60,440 | 3 | 4 | 17 | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2011 | 284 | 55,250 | 5 | 4 | 17 | 16 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2010 | 168 | 63,750 | 4 | — | 17 | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2009 | 234 | 72,750 | 4 | — | 16 | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2008 | 381 | 75,000 | 2 | — | 17 | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2007 | 263 | 73,462 | 2 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 145 | 52,000 | 0 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 177 | 70,000 | 0 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 212 | 60,000 | 2 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 180 | 75,000 | 1 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2002 | 166 | 80,000 | 1 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 140 | 97,000 | 2 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2000 | 181 | 90,506 | 1 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1999 | 158 | 107,000 | 1 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1998 | 59 | 80,500 | 2 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1997 | 83 | 82,500 | 3 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1996 | 5 | 132,500 | 0 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 1994 | 13 | 129,775 | 0 | — | 15 | — | Not enough data |
All GMC Sierra 1500 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500?
Owners of this model year most often describe sudden engine problems — a knock that appears without warning, loss of power, and in many cases a seized engine that dealers replace. The issues reported most often: Engine knock, loss of power and engine seizure; Harsh or delayed shifting and 'Shift to Park' messages; Stalling, no-start and electrical/infotainment dropouts.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 have?
NHTSA recorded 598 consumer complaints for the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 is reported most often?
Engine is named most often, in 239 complaints (40% of the total), followed by transmission and drivetrain with 112.
Has the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 4–5 out of 5 stars overall, across 8 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 get?
The EPA rates the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 (Sierra 2WD, 5.3L 8-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 16 city and 21 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,700 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 reported?
Among the 93 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 39,541 miles and the middle half falls between 22,000 and 67,000 miles; 59% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.