2009 GMC Sierra 2500 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 13%of 31 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 11,300miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the body and structure of the 2009 GMC Sierra 2500, 13% of the 31 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 11,300 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have had a rattle in the dashboard of my 2009 Gmc from about two weeks after purchase. I have had it in for repair 7 times in the year 1 year 5 months of ownership. Last repair was done about 4 weeks ago and rattle started again two weeks after last repair. I am not sure if this is an issue that can compromise the steering or not.”
NHTSA complaint #10380195, filed 2011-02, 845 miles“Multiple cracks in the dash. 3 are at the passenger airbag. 2 of those have cracked all the way through allowing a piece of the dash capable of dislodging if the airbag deploys creating a hazardous projectile. The crack above the instrument cluster measures over 7 inches in length. Pictures provided. It is unknown if the issue started when the vehicle was parked or in motion.”
NHTSA complaint #11300128, filed 2020-01, 48,000 miles“The contact owns a 2009 Gmc SIERRA 2500. The contact stated that the frame developed a crack and separated right behind the control arm on both sides of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who confirmed the failure and advised the contact to install reinforcement for the frame. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 7,600 and the current mileage was 58,113.”
NHTSA complaint #10461469, filed 2012-06, 7,600 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10250244Jan 18, 2024This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10235561Apr 4, 2023This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 10213768Jan 27, 2022This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on Damaged, Disassembled or Improperly Packaged Turbochargers Returned to Warranty Part Center.
- 10197294May 12, 2021This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 7% |
| 2024 | 6 | 6% |
| 2023 | 1 | 3% |
| 2022 | 4 | 9% |
| 2021 | 5 | 10% |
| 2020 | 6 | 8% |
| 2015 | 1 | 1% |
| 2013 | 4 | 9% |
| 2012 | 4 | 13% |
| 2011 | 11 | 17% |
| 2009 | 4 | 13% |
| 2008 | 3 | 5% |
| 2007 | 7 | 8% |
| 2006 | 1 | 2% |
| 2005 | 6 | 5% |
| 2004 | 5 | 4% |
| 2003 | 5 | 3% |
| 2002 | 5 | 4% |
| 2001 | 7 | 5% |
| 2000 | 5 | 10% |
| 1999 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2009 GMC Sierra 2500
7 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsEngine
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 GMC Sierra 2500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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