2018 GMC Sierra 2500 Equipment Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 11%of 35 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 30,600miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the equipment of the 2018 GMC Sierra 2500, 11% of the 35 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 30,600 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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 contact owns a 2018 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V496000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer had been notified about the recall; however, the contact was informed that the part was not yet available. The manufacturer had been notified of the recall. The contact recently stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact also stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The failure mileage was 30,600. …”
NHTSA complaint #11435349, filed 2021-10, 30,600 miles“The contact owns a 2018 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V496000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and it was confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.”
NHTSA complaint #11451143, filed 2022-02“The contact owns a 2018 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V496000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.”
NHTSA complaint #11440272, filed 2021-11“The contact owns a 2018 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V496000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and informed the contact that parts were not available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts are not available.”
NHTSA complaint #11434999, filed 2021-09Related recalls
- 21V496000Jul 1, 2021General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500 and 2017-2019 GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with a Duramax…Covers: GMC Sierra 2500 2017–2019, Sierra 3500 2017–2019, Chevrolet Silverado 3500 2017–2019 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 10253527Apr 10, 2024This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
- 10253526Apr 8, 2024This bulletin updates the position of General Motors on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM has determined that wheel refinishing under warranty will no longer be performed.
- 10252774Mar 26, 2024This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
- 10252126Mar 21, 2024This service bulletin provides information on submitting quality Photos of Various Vehicle Concerns to the GM Technical Assistance Center (TAC).
- 10251888Mar 11, 2024This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
- 10251889Mar 10, 2024This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).
- 10251635Mar 4, 2024This service bulletin provides information on All hazmat parts being returned to the Warranty Parts Center (WPC) must be shipped using Central Transport. Hazardous materials…
- 10250006Jan 31, 2024This Preliminary information communicates to dealers of a known issue with failed map update
- 10249590Jan 16, 2024This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 10249980Jan 12, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately…
Equipment: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 7% |
| 2019 | 2 | 6% |
| 2018 | 4 | 11% |
| 2017 | 4 | 11% |
| 2008 | 2 | 3% |
| 2005 | 1 | 1% |
| 2004 | 3 | 2% |
| 2003 | 2 | 1% |
| 2002 | 2 | 1% |
| 2001 | 2 | 1% |
| 2000 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2018 GMC Sierra 2500
8 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaintsTires
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2018 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology