2017 GMC Sierra 2500 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 22%of 37 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 1,250miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the brakes of the 2017 GMC Sierra 2500, 22% of the 37 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 1,250 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, 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.
“My 2017 Gmc 2500 sierra denali duramax has had this throttle issue, it seems to only do it when the exhaust stinks, and at speeds between 5 - 55 MPH. If I take my foot off the accelerator the truck maintains RPM (1200 - 1400) or even has increased some and has lasted 2 - 5 seconds (estimated and greatly reduces the effectiveness of the braking capacity and responsiveness/stopping distance). …”
NHTSA complaint #10970415, filed 2017-04, 2,500 miles“Took truck in for first oil change.I had several problems including the back tires being over 50% worn out. Alignment was off and dealer repaired that and rotated the tires. Now when I stop at about 5 MPH the truck jumps. I removed the ABS fuse and problem goes away. Dealer states there is no warranty on tires even if they wear out in 6000 miles and the problem was the vehicle wasn't put together properly the first time.if the roads were covered with snow I would be in real trouble.normal highway travel around town”
NHTSA complaint #11013797, filed 2017-08, 1 miles“I was in an accident on October 20th 2022 while driving home. U had just reached the top of a sharp crest on a two way road. As I started to straighten out the wheels coming out of the turn I noticed my direction was still as if I was turning the wheel. I tried to brake and pressed the brake but it went to the floor and the truck kept going. I collided with the other vehicle and it was a miracle neither of us were seriously injured or killed. We had problem with the steering box about 2 years ago and had to have it towed to the dealership. …”
NHTSA complaint #11494173, filed 2022-11“Break lights activate by them selves. Can be driving, parked, vehicle off. Parked and locked. The break lights activate randomly. Most recently car was parked in drivevway over the coarse of 2 days. Break lights came on and off until batteries were dead. When parked I Can hear clicking noise coming from under the hood periodically, not sure if related or not. Also noticed cruise control will shut its self off some times.”
NHTSA complaint #11436860, filed 2021-10Related 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.
- 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.
- 11011709Nov 5, 2024This 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.
- 11000550May 3, 2024This service bulletin provides information about GM Accessories - Dealer-Installed, Repaired or Replaced During Warranty Coverage Period.
- 10251685Feb 6, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about fluid leaking from the brake caliper piston area found during a service of the vehicle…
- 10242252Aug 18, 2023This technical bulletin provides information and a solution to a condition of Brake Pedal Moves or Self Applies at Full Turns.
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 14% |
| 2025 | 7 | 25% |
| 2024 | 16 | 15% |
| 2023 | 3 | 9% |
| 2022 | 4 | 9% |
| 2021 | 7 | 13% |
| 2020 | 13 | 16% |
| 2019 | 4 | 13% |
| 2017 | 8 | 22% |
| 2016 | 10 | 17% |
| 2015 | 6 | 7% |
| 2014 | 1 | 3% |
| 2013 | 3 | 7% |
| 2011 | 1 | 2% |
| 2010 | 2 | 20% |
| 2009 | 5 | 16% |
| 2008 | 1 | 2% |
| 2007 | 6 | 7% |
| 2006 | 30 | 45% |
| 2005 | 38 | 33% |
| 2004 | 56 | 39% |
| 2003 | 73 | 46% |
| 2002 | 78 | 58% |
| 2001 | 62 | 46% |
| 2000 | 32 | 67% |
| 1999 | 22 | 61% |
| 1998 | 8 | 53% |
| 1997 | 7 | 50% |
Other parts of the 2017 GMC Sierra 2500
6 complaintsEngine
6 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsEquipment
4 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsForward collision avoidance
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 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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