2015 GMC Sierra 2500 Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 8%of 89 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 67,097miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the engine of the 2015 GMC Sierra 2500, 8% of the 89 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 67,097 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
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.
“Lost power at 60 MPH on 5 lane freeway on 6% grade with no warning when turbo charger variable vane got stuck. Had to navigate through 2 lanes of trucks to get into the emergency parking lane. Computer limited me to 15 MPH. Computer designed to do this. No accident happened due to some very courteous truck drivers. It seemed like a safety issue to me, but don't know if it is important enough for your to investigate.”
NHTSA complaint #11404315, filed 2021-03, 56,930 miles“On 5/12/19 the check battery charging system light came on, so I left out side facing street in case I had to jump to take to dealer on monday. I went in the house and 1/2 hour later heard and explosion and went out and the truck engine compartment was on fire.”
NHTSA complaint #11207167, filed 2019-05, 60,194 miles“Duramax diesel engine fuel injection pump broke with no notice while driving causing a total loss of power. Failure repair under warranty required replacement of pump, injectors, lines, filters and flush of fuel tank.”
NHTSA complaint #11155789, filed 2018-12, 74,000 miles“I was driving at approximately 40 MPH on a busy city street, I was going to be getting on the freeway where my speed would be in excess of 70MPH. Suddenly without any warning, my 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Duramax died. I had no power at all which means no steering, brakes, etc. I was able to get the vehicle off the road with brute force. After the vehicle was towed to the dealership they inspected it and said that the Fuel Injector Pump failed which put metal throughout the whole fuel injection system (>$7000 repair). …”
NHTSA complaint #11418447, filed 2021-05“The contact owns a 2015 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated that while driving at 45-48 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact used a vehicle scanner and retrieved diagnostic test code P0420 that indicated an efficient operating below threshold, and the contact cleared the code. Additionally, the contact stated while the exhaust filter was being cleaned, an unknown message was displayed. Upon clearing the code, the check engine warning light illuminated again. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who informed the contact that there was no warranty coverage. …”
NHTSA complaint #11620052, filed 2024-10, 83,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11026017Jun 5, 2025This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.
- 11024485May 15, 2025The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the…
- 11020254May 7, 2025This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel for new vehicles with less than 1,000 miles that may not pass California smog inspection or smog inspection in…
- 11017263Mar 25, 2025This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to…
- 11016942Mar 4, 2025This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to…
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11014233Jan 30, 2025This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large…
- 11013069Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11012907Dec 18, 2024This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- 11011900Nov 22, 2024This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 8% |
| 2025 | 4 | 14% |
| 2024 | 12 | 11% |
| 2023 | 3 | 9% |
| 2022 | 4 | 9% |
| 2021 | 8 | 15% |
| 2020 | 10 | 13% |
| 2019 | 6 | 19% |
| 2018 | 8 | 23% |
| 2017 | 6 | 16% |
| 2016 | 9 | 15% |
| 2015 | 7 | 8% |
| 2014 | 3 | 10% |
| 2013 | 1 | 2% |
| 2012 | 3 | 10% |
| 2011 | 5 | 8% |
| 2010 | 1 | 10% |
| 2009 | 2 | 6% |
| 2008 | 4 | 6% |
| 2007 | 1 | 1% |
| 2005 | 5 | 4% |
| 2004 | 9 | 6% |
| 2003 | 6 | 4% |
| 2002 | 2 | 1% |
| 2001 | 8 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2015 GMC Sierra 2500
26 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsElectrical system
11 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
8 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsWheels
3 complaintsSuspension
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 GMC Sierra 2500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology