2013 GMC Sierra 2500 Problems
Compared with other GMC Sierra 2500 years
Fewer complaints than typical for this model
0/100 0.1× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.1× that of a typical GMC Sierra 2500 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.
- None of its 46 complaints were filed by the end of 2015.
- Most reported part: Other or unknown (14 complaints, median 45,489 mi).
- 3 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
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
- 46filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 60,000miles, 24 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 2–4 / 5stars overall, 8 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- —not in EPA data
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2013 GMC Sierra 2500 (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 46 consumer complaints for the 2013 GMC Sierra 2500. The part named most often is other or unknown, with 14 complaints (30% of the total), followed by fuel system (9) and air bags (7). 24 of the complaints include a mileage, and 38% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 60,000 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 1,683 technical service bulletins for this model year. Other or unknown complaints overlap with 67 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Fuel system complaints overlap with 111 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Compared with the other 14 GMC Sierra 2500 model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 0 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (fewer 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.
- Other or unknown14 30%
- Fuel system9 20%
- Air bags7 15%
- Steering5 11%
- Body and structure4 8.7%
- Brakes3 6.5%
- Electrical system3 6.5%
- Tires2 4.3%
- Vehicle speed control2 4.3%
Also reported: Engine (1), Engine cooling (1), Suspension (1).
Example complaints
Other or unknown: “My dash has cracked around the passenger side air bag. If air bag deploys, it could send shrapnel towards the passenger. Gm is aware of this problem but refuses to acknowledge or repair. Everett Gmc told me they use to repair for $100.00. Now they want $1,600.00 and stated it would probably occur again due to cheap plastic parts installed by GM. My vehicle is garage kept.”
NHTSA complaint #10995392, filed 2017-06, 45,489 milesFuel system: “Bosch cp4 fuel pump failure. Please reference ea11-003 and find the same fuel pumps that were found to fail on audi/vw vehicles are also used on GM, ford, and dodge vehicles. Said pump failed during driving without warning causing complete engine shutdown and loss of power. Ceramic and metal internals of the pump disintegrated and traveled through the fuel system, subsequently causing the injectors to fail. Similar to the findings in ea11-003, page 16 paragraph 2, the repair is to cost approximately $10,000 to fix the entire fuel system.”
NHTSA complaint #10943828, filed 2017-01, 49,000 milesAir bags: “The dashboard in my 2013 Gmc sierra 2500hd has a crack that runs from the radius of the upper left hand corner of the passenger side airbag to the fwd edge of the dashboard that runs parallel to the windshield. The crack penetrates through the dashboard completely creating two separate sections with almost complete freedom of movement. …”
NHTSA complaint #10898579, filed 2016-08, 20,500 milesSteering: “The vehicle loses power steering at speeds under 25 MPH. I noticed a recall by Gmc for this but the dealership said it doesn't cover my truck. It only happens when I am in a slow turn like a traffic circle or turning onto a street after being stopped. The vehicle has 201,000 miles. Are recalls limited by mileage?”
NHTSA complaint #11331217, filed 2020-06, 201,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
38% of the 24 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 43,000 and 79,530 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2013 GMC Sierra 2500. 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 2500 · crew cab 4WD | ★★★★☆ | 3 / 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.1% risk |
| Sierra 2500 · crew cab RWD | ★★★★☆ | 3 / 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 · 20.4% risk |
| Sierra 2500 · crew cab 4WD | ★★★☆☆ | 3 / 3 | 4 | 1 | 4 · 19.1% risk |
| Sierra 2500 · crew cab RWD | ★★★☆☆ | 3 / 3 | 4 | 1 | 3 · 20.4% risk |
| Sierra 2500 · extended cab 4WD | ★★☆☆☆ | 2 / 2 | 4 | 1 | 4 · 19.1% risk |
| Sierra 2500 · regular cab 4WD | ★★☆☆☆ | 2 / 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 · 19.1% risk |
| Sierra 2500 · extended cab RWD | ★★☆☆☆ | 2 / 2 | 4 | 1 | 3 · 20.4% risk |
| Sierra 2500 · regular cab RWD | ★★☆☆☆ | 2 / 2 | 2 | 1 | 3 · 20.4% risk |
Neighbouring years: 2012: 3–4 stars overall; 2014: same overall rating. 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.
Recalls and investigations
- 21V053000Feb 5, 2021Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator moduleCovers: GMC Sierra 2500 2009–2010, 2013, Chevrolet Tahoe 2009–2010, 2013, GMC Sierra 1500 2009–2010, 2013 +11 more
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold…
- 21V054000Feb 5, 2021Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator moduleCovers: GMC Sierra 2500 2010–2014, Cadillac Escalade 2010–2014, Chevrolet Tahoe 2010–2014 +11 more
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of…
- 18V267000Apr 26, 2018EquipmentCovers: GMC Sierra 2500 2009–2014, Savana 2009–2018, Chevrolet Express 2009–2018 +6 more
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain…
Recall details for the 2013 GMC Sierra 2500 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
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. 1,683 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037555Sep 26, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- 11037253Sep 4, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11030974Apr 1, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
- 11030092Mar 9, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.
- 11030091Mar 9, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11028931Feb 16, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that some owners of Heavy Duty Trucks and Utilities may ask if they can lower their tire pressures. Tire pressures…
- 11027698Jan 16, 2026Other or unknown. This PI Communications information on an alternative product dealers can use to perform 19-NA-255: Wax Coating on Frame Peeling, Metal Shows Corrosion/Rusting due to issue with getting product from…
- 11027601Jan 8, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11025755Nov 20, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit…
- 11023091Sep 9, 2025Other or unknown. New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH
Other model years of the GMC Sierra 2500
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 13 | 9,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Too new |
| 2025 | 28 | 1,300 | 1 | — | — | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2024 | 107 | 9,904 | 4 | — | — | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 33 | 34,000 | 1 | — | — | 40 · Typical | Too new |
| 2022 | 45 | 15,167 | 3 | — | — | 65 · More | Rising |
| 2021 | 52 | 53,000 | 6 | — | — | 69 · More | Rising |
| 2020 | 79 | 31,800 | 9 | — | — | 98 · More | Rising |
| 2019 | 32 | 28,729 | 7 | 4 | — | 50 · Typical | Rising |
| 2018 | 35 | 10,000 | 5 | 4 | — | 52 · Typical | Falling |
| 2017 | 37 | 22,060 | 6 | 4 | — | 53 · Typical | Falling |
| 2016 | 59 | 29,500 | 6 | 4 | — | 64 · Typical | Stable |
| 2015 | 89 | 37,023 | 6 | 3–4 | — | 93 · More | Falling |
| 2014 | 30 | 39,000 | 2 | 2–4 | — | 10 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2013 | 46 | 60,000 | 3 | 2–4 | — | 0 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2012 | 31 | 68,500 | 3 | 3–4 | — | 2 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2011 | 63 | 55,400 | 4 | — | — | 34 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2010 | 10 | 77,000 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2009 | 31 | 39,600 | 5 | — | — | 39 · Typical | Falling |
| 2008 | 63 | 67,500 | 3 | — | — | 17 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2007 | 83 | 70,000 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2006 | 66 | 43,500 | 1 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 115 | 60,000 | 1 | — | 11 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 143 | 60,000 | 1 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 160 | 73,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 134 | 85,500 | 1 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2001 | 134 | 65,000 | 2 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 48 | 91,000 | 1 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1999 | 36 | 100,000 | 0 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 15 | 47,000 | 1 | — | 15 | — | Stable |
| 1997 | 14 | 100,000 | 2 | — | 15 | — | Not enough data |
All GMC Sierra 2500 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2013 GMC Sierra 2500 have?
NHTSA recorded 46 consumer complaints for the 2013 GMC Sierra 2500 as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2013 GMC Sierra 2500 is reported most often?
Other or unknown is named most often, in 14 complaints (30% of the total), followed by fuel system with 9.
Has the 2013 GMC Sierra 2500 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2013 GMC Sierra 2500 do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2013 GMC Sierra 2500 2–4 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.
At what mileage are problems with the 2013 GMC Sierra 2500 reported?
Among the 24 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 60,000 miles and the middle half falls between 43,000 and 79,530 miles; 38% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program.
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.