Every 2023 GMC Sierra recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Engine and Engine Cooling · NHTSA 25V274000
Apr 24, 2025Engine and Engine Cooling:Engine:Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
- Risk
- Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.
Full recall details for 25V274000 →Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 24V674000
Dec 9, 2024Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Brake Fluid Low Warning: LampOver-the-air fix
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles. The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
- Risk
- Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447990.
Full recall details for 24V674000 →Latches/Locks/Linkages · NHTSA 24V060000
Jan 2, 2024Latches/Locks/Linkages:Tailgate:Latch
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with power-unlatching tailgates. The tailgate's electronic gate-release switch may short circuit due to water intrusion, which can result in the tailgate inadvertently unlatching while the vehicle is in park.
- Risk
- An unlatched tailgate may open while driving and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Owners are advised to check that the tailgate is closed and latched before driving. Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232426400.
Full recall details for 24V060000 →Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 22V903000
Aug 12, 2022Exterior Lighting:Lighting Control Module:SoftwareOver-the-air fix
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.
Full recall details for 22V903000 →
2023 GMC Sierra complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 545 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 GMC Sierra, reporting 11 crashes, 2 fires, 4 injuries. GMC has issued at least 1,261 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Engine214
- Power Train125
- Structure89
- Electrical System73
- Unknown Or Other57
- Fuel/Propulsion System37
Service bulletins by component
- Unknown Or Other (774)
- Electrical System (609)
- Equipment (469)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (442)
- Power Train (298)
- Engine (241)
Read GMC Sierra owner complaints and bulletins, every year
NHTSA defect investigations covering the 2023 GMC Sierra
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation lists this model year in 4 investigations. An investigation is not a recall; it is how NHTSA decides whether one is needed.
What people reported
Owners have filed 545 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 GMC Sierra. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Crash
“While out of Town driving back home Wheel lock up on my 3500hd dually 2023 gmc ..”
2023 GMC SIERRA 3500May 15, 2026 · TX
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11737984
Injury reported
“The contact owns a 2023 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed on several occasions, the pedestrian warning alert unexpectedly illuminated.”
2023 GMC SIERRA 1500Apr 28, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11734337
Injury reported
“I was driving on the interstate and had just exited to refuel. As I was re-entering traffic, I accelerated to merge, and suddenly, as I was about to pull in, I felt and heard a massive metallic crash, like the entire transmission had dropped.”
2023 GMC SIERRA 2500Nov 14, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11625329
Crash
“I have had an incident where my 2023 gmc 3500 hd was had left me stranded earler this week. i towed the new truck to a certified dealer and i haven't heard anything since then.”
2023 GMC SIERRA 3500May 8, 2026 · TX
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11736546
Crash
“The vehicle has experienced repeated incidents of sudden reduced engine power and loss of acceleration while driving.”
2023 GMC SIERRA 1500Feb 13, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11717754
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