2013 GMC Sierra Problems
Compared with other GMC Sierra years
More complaints than typical for this model
76/100 1.8× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 1.8× that of a typical GMC Sierra year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 31 of its 39 complaints were filed by the end of 2015.
- Most reported part: Air bags (7 complaints, median 34,005 mi).
- 3 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Nearby years with fewer complaints than typical and no open NHTSA investigation: 2010, 2011
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 39filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 7,250miles, 36 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 21 mpgcombined, 6.0L 8-cyl · hybrid RWD · 20 city / 23 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2013 GMC Sierra (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 39 consumer complaints for the 2013 GMC Sierra. The part named most often is air bags, with 7 complaints (18% of the total), followed by electrical system (5) and steering (5). 36 of the complaints include a mileage, and 92% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 7,250 miles. Of all complaints, 4 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 7 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 252 technical service bulletins for this model year. Air bags complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 48 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Compared with the other 8 GMC Sierra model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 76 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (more complaints than typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Air bags7 18%
- Electrical system5 13%
- Steering5 13%
- Brakes4 10%
- Engine3 7.7%
- Fuel system3 7.7%
- Other or unknown3 7.7%
- Body and structure3 7.7%
- Vehicle speed control2 5.1%
Also reported: Electronic stability control (1), Exterior lighting (1), Interior lighting (1), Seats (1), Tires (1), Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (1).
Example complaints
Air bags: “I have a 2013 Sierra denali hd. I am very ocd with this vehicle as to I only drive it on week-ends, etc. Truck is stored in climate controlled garage. Just turned over 42k miles. I have a professional detailing service detail this truck. I picked up my truck today and was told that they found a crack in the dash located behind the instrument cluster. Only 6k miles out of warranty. How convenient for GM. I plan on talking to dealer that services my truck tomorrow and get their input.”
NHTSA complaint #10851520, filed 2016-03, 42,053 milesElectrical system: “My husband was driving home in traffic when a woman driving the opposite direction decided to pass a vehicle. He swerved to avoid a head on collision which meant he had to go off of the road. When he attempted to get back on the road the truck shot across to the other side of the road. The dps officer told my husband he hit a culvert and flipped 5- 6 times. Witnesses had to pull him out of the truck and had mentioned there was a slight fire that they put out. During all of this none of the airbags deployed. He went to the doctor the following day to get checked out.”
NHTSA complaint #10588319, filed 2014-05, 19,700 milesSteering: “The steering on the pickup truck sticks, locks up for a moment then frees itself. I have been having on and off issues since but the dealership is already trying to get out of any responsibility already stating this is out of warranty at this date. Salt lake valley Gmc has been aware of the issue since day one. This has become a saftey issue, the vehicle in question is not safe to drive at this time and I am left holding the bag for a mystery they cannot solve (or GM is covering up yet another problem) note this truck is the duramax 2500.”
NHTSA complaint #10721033, filed 2015-05, 33,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “At this occurrence the hood latch does not keep the hood tight when closed. The hood rattles at speeds over 35mph and appears as though it is going to open. As a result of attempting to sufficiently securing the hood, I subsequently dented the hood. I have had the body department at the local dealership look at it and they found that the hood latch needed to be adjusted. After another 2500 miles, this rattle has returned. …”
NHTSA complaint #10551218, filed 2013-11, 3,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
92% of the 36 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 3,000 and 33,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2013 GMC Sierra version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra 15 Hybrid 2WD | 6.0L 8-cyl · hybrid | CVT | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Sierra 15 Hybrid 4WD | 6.0L 8-cyl · hybrid | CVT | 20 | 23 | 21 | $3,200 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 13V544000Oct 30, 2015Equipment › Other › LabelsCovers: GMC Sierra 2013–2014, Chevrolet Silverado 2013–2014, Express 2013–2014 +1 more
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD, Chevrolet Express, and GMC Sierra HD vehicles, and model year 2013 GMC Savana compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles that fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety…
- 13V615000Dec 11, 2013Fuel system, dieselCovers: GMC Sierra 2012–2013, Chevrolet Silverado 2012–2013
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD vehicles, equipped with 6.6L diesel engines and dual fuel tanks. In the affected vehicles, the transfer pump which moves fuel from the rear tank to the…
- 13V001000Jan 2, 2013Power train › Automatic transmissionCovers: GMC Sierra 2013, Chevrolet Suburban 2013, Silverado 2013 +9 more
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT; Chevrolet Avalanche, Express, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, and Tahoe; and GMC Savana, Sierra HD, Sierra LD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles…
Recall details for the 2013 GMC Sierra → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 252 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10108645Jul 19, 2017Tires. This informational bulletin provides information on the temporary tire flat spotting condition.
- 10108599Jul 17, 2017Suspension. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to lube the rear leaf springs on vehicles with the condition of a squeak noise originating from the rear of the vehicle.
- 10113404Feb 8, 2017Fuel system. This 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 communicate to the…
- 10113364Jan 31, 2017Brakes. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its own at a full turn.
- 10113325Jan 12, 2017Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain, Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on at…
- 10100822Jul 11, 2016Engine. This informational bulletin provides the technician with what may happen to an engine due to lack of maintenance.
- 10078601Apr 4, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. This preliminary information communication advises the technician that the part restriction for the accessory dc power control module and the seal kit has ended.
- 10113889Mar 1, 2016Equipment. This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with a list of modules to check for communication with the scan tool, if the navigation radio does not display the current Hybrid…
- 10113888Mar 1, 2016Engine. This Preliminary Information communication provides steps the technician will uses to diagnose and repair vehicles that have low oil pressure after an oil change with the engine Regular Production…
- 10113887Mar 1, 2016Electrical system, Brakes. This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with the additional steps that are needed to help perform a successful brake bleed on the 2-Mode Hybrid with Regular Production…
Other model years of the GMC Sierra
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 61 | 35,000 | 0 | — | 20 | 54 · Typical | Falling |
| 2016 | 6 | 39,500 | 2 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 2015 | 53 | 2,750 | 6 | — | — | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2014 | 101 | 3,000 | 11 | — | — | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2013 | 39 | 7,250 | 3 | — | 21 | 76 · More | Falling |
| 2012 | 29 | 31,450 | 2 | — | 21 | 50 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 43 | 45,000 | 2 | — | 21 | 29 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2010 | 34 | 53,500 | 0 | — | 22 | 11 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2009 | 37 | 42,000 | 1 | — | 21 | 29 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2008 | 68 | 66,850 | 2 | — | — | 23 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2007 | 59 | 70,000 | 2 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2006 | 53 | 43,500 | 4 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2005 | 117 | 60,000 | 9 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2004 | 188 | 49,752 | 7 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2003 | 206 | 55,750 | 6 | — | 13 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2002 | 249 | 40,490 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 264 | 61,500 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2000 | 443 | 67,666 | 8 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1999 | 600 | 62,000 | 5 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 190 | 71,500 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 238 | 78,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1996 | 246 | 83,000 | 2 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1995 | 261 | 114,184 | 6 | — | 14 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1994 | 190 | 110,000 | 3 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1993 | 72 | 75,000 | 2 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1992 | 30 | 178,000 | 3 | — | 15 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1991 | 12 | 108,500 | 1 | — | 16 | — | Not enough data |
| 1990 | 18 | 115,832 | 1 | — | 15 | — | Stable |
| 1989 | 16 | 187,575 | 1 | — | 15 | — | Stable |
| 1988 | 6 | — | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All GMC Sierra model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2013 GMC Sierra have?
NHTSA recorded 39 consumer complaints for the 2013 GMC Sierra as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2013 GMC Sierra is reported most often?
Air bags is named most often, in 7 complaints (18% of the total), followed by electrical system with 5.
Has the 2013 GMC Sierra been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2013 GMC Sierra get?
The EPA rates the 2013 GMC Sierra (Sierra 15 Hybrid 2WD, 6.0L 8-cyl · hybrid) at 21 mpg combined, 20 city and 23 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,200 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2013 GMC Sierra reported?
Among the 36 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 7,250 miles and the middle half falls between 3,000 and 33,000 miles; 92% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.