2015 GMC Sierra 2500 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 13%of 90 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 111,992miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the fuel system of the 2015 GMC Sierra 2500, 13% of the 90 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 111,992 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.
“The headlights on the Gmc 2500 hd are not bright enough. The lights are not able light roads without street lights, makes it very dangerous. Fuel filter has been replaced twice and my truck only has 12,000 miles on it. When I asked with the life of a fuel filter should be I was told by the Gmc dealership at least 15,000 miles. It is possible there is a malfunction within the senor for the fuel filter.”
NHTSA complaint #10822872, filed 2016-01, 1,000 miles“My vehicle's engine stopped running while I was driving on a very busy road. I lost power steering, power brakes, everything. Other motorists were swerving to avoid me. I had the truck towed to a GM dealer, and they diagnosed the problem as the fuel injector pump. I researched this online, and found that this is a common issue! This should be a major safety concern since it's causing vehicles to simply stop running at any given speed on any given highway!”
NHTSA complaint #11021712, filed 2017-09, 105,712 miles“2015 Gmc SIERRA 2500 duramax driving east with the flow of traffic on 80 reaching the summit towards tahoe. We suddenly experience at change fuel filter warning which only lasted approximately 20 seconds before the message then read derating . Upon this second notification we immediately lost power to the engine which resulted in reduced braking capability and steering at literally the top of the mountain. We were traveling in snowy conditions with many semi trucks around us. We tried to safely drift to the shoulder to the safest possible place. …”
NHTSA complaint #11395505, filed 2021-02, 118,273 miles“Driving down the interstate and my change fuel filter light came , and within 20 minutes truck went into limp mode. Pulled over and changed fuel filter but didn't fix the issue. Truck is currently at dealership waiting to find out diagnosis”
NHTSA complaint #11413610, filed 2021-04, 145,000 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 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11017173Mar 21, 2025This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
- 11007095Aug 7, 2024This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 11004727Jun 29, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10253061Mar 4, 2024This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel…
- 10250505Feb 7, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
- 10249994Jan 24, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have rattle or ticking noise that is louder…
- 10249971Jan 10, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a bump feel or clunk noise at a stop or on launch. Dealer should…
- 10241417Aug 1, 2023This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 7% |
| 2025 | 1 | 4% |
| 2024 | 9 | 8% |
| 2022 | 4 | 9% |
| 2021 | 2 | 4% |
| 2020 | 2 | 3% |
| 2019 | 6 | 19% |
| 2018 | 6 | 17% |
| 2017 | 3 | 8% |
| 2016 | 12 | 20% |
| 2015 | 12 | 13% |
| 2014 | 3 | 10% |
| 2013 | 9 | 20% |
| 2012 | 5 | 16% |
| 2011 | 3 | 5% |
| 2009 | 2 | 6% |
| 2008 | 4 | 6% |
| 2007 | 3 | 4% |
| 2006 | 2 | 3% |
| 2005 | 3 | 3% |
| 2004 | 8 | 6% |
| 2003 | 15 | 9% |
| 2002 | 12 | 9% |
| 2001 | 12 | 9% |
| 2000 | 2 | 4% |
| 1999 | 2 | 6% |
| 1998 | 2 | 13% |
| 1997 | 1 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2015 GMC Sierra 2500
26 complaintsElectrical system
11 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
8 complaintsEngine
7 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 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 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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