2022 GMC Sierra 2500 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 9%of 45 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 53,824miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the fuel system of the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500, 9% of the 45 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 53,824 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.
“Filled tank with diesel and truck wouldn’t turn back on. We were next to a jiffy lube and they were able to run a scan and it said there was a broken fuel module. There’s only around 60,000 miles on it, it’s 4 years old, and left my son and I stranded.”
NHTSA complaint #11743960, filed 2026-06“After taking my truck in for recall fixes. I received a message on my screen saying that I had 94 miles until I was limited to 65 mph. It said check DEF system. After taking it in the dealership charged me to fix the computer. Known defect yet they charge for it.”
NHTSA complaint #11638936, filed 2025-01“The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard a clanking sound coming from the steering wheel while attempting to make a turn. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel was loose. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the steering column had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. …”
NHTSA complaint #11680925, filed 2025-08, 53,824 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.
- 11011983Nov 18, 2024This engineering information (EI) closure ends the need for gathering additional information from technicians in regard to diesel fuel on the ground.
- 11011443Oct 15, 2024This Preliminary information communicates information on faulty replacement K111 Fuel Pump Driver Control Module.
- 11010874Oct 15, 2024This bulletin provides information on how to look for and test for DEF or water in the fuel system and what the specs should be.
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 2022 GMC Sierra 2500
12 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsTires
6 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2022 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