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2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Complaints

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

534

Total

10

Crashes

5

Fires

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

Most Reported Components

ENGINE
290
STRUCTURE
84
OTHER
57
ELECTRICAL
52
BRAKES
29

Recent Complaints

ODI #11751367

SERVICE BRAKES — Filed 06/07/2026

Truck did not stop when applying brakes. Message displayed brake system failure and the breaks were spongy. The truck was towed to the dealer and required the master cylinder, gasket, and reservoir to be replaced with 23,403 miles. This appears to be an ongoing issue with GMC Sierra trucks and needs further investigation as this potential could be catastrophic. Also, as this appears to be an ongoing issue, owners should not be responsible for the cost associated with any repairs and should require an immediate recall.

ODI #11750654

UNKNOWN OR OTHER — Filed 07/10/2026

The upper part of the grill was rattling while I was on a 270 mile road trip. I stopped, inspected it, and found multiple mounting points cracked. I did not feel it was safe to continue driving with it being so loose so I installed four zip ties to continue my trip back home. Safety recall N242490120 had already been completed which means this is the second time the plastic clips on the grill have failed.

ODI #11750694

ENGINE — Filed 07/13/2026

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving uphill at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and failed to return to normal operation. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced; however, parts to repair the vehicle were unavailable. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 83,000.

ODI #11749272

STRUCTURE — Filed 04/29/2026

1 year after having the grill deflector piece being replaced on my 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X, under the recall. The new grill deflector became detached and flew off my vehicle. Clearly, the recall fix by GMC did not work.

ODI #11749086

POWER TRAIN — Filed 07/03/2026

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while merging onto the interstate at approximately 65 MPH, the rear wheels unexpectedly locked up without warning. The contact stated that the rear wheels remained locked for approximately half a second, causing a sudden reduction in speed and requiring the contact to pull over to the shoulder of the road. The vehicle was driven to a relative's residence and was then towed to a dealer. The dealer had not diagnosed the failure, and no repairs had been performed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was advised that there would be a follow-up. The failure mileage was approximately 32,000.

ODI #11748736

STRUCTURE — Filed 07/03/2026

On July 3,2026 I was driving my 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 on the highway at a speed of 70mph when the front chrome deflector flew off my vehicle. It tore paint off the hood, and also cracked my windshield. I searched online and noticed this had a safety recall for this issue. I see the recall was done in January 2026, AND has failed completely. I still have the service records of previous repair. GM is giving me issues on finding a remedy to fix this.

ODI #11748270

ENGINE — Filed 02/23/2026

My gmc sierra had no warning lights, on the way to work on the highway it started making noises which increase every mile .Vehicle just turned 60.049miles . Engine completely seized up , low oil pressure light on , vehicle shuts off , luckily making to the shoulder and off the road. Gm towing wasn't any help in middle of the winter with 0° outside that morning , they told me that it's not covered under warranty and it would take 3 hrs for towing to get to me and out of my packet cost . Dealer diagnosed issue , found code P0016 (crankshaft position-intake camshaft position not plausible) also found excessive amounts of metal in the oil. Vehicle was repaired and second engine was installed .

ODI #11746945

STRUCTURE — Filed 06/27/2026

The grill deflector near the hood flew off on the highway … took it to the dealership and they only have a recall for the Chrome 22 gmc sierra grill deflector for the same issue but not the elevation black ..no Warning lamps or lights it flew out of know where no warranty to cover it

ODI #11746779

STRUCTURE — Filed 06/07/2026

Bezel flew off on highway. Subsequently, dealer service had to replace both the bezel and grill bc of how it was attached. For some reason the vin was not included in a recall of 70K trucks that were same year make and model as mine. I would like to be included in the recall.

ODI #11746087

ENGINE — Filed 06/15/2026

Loud knocking noise started while motor is running. Took to dealer who confirmed the noise and inspected. Metal confirmed in the oil pan and throughout motor. Service advisor said a new motor will be needed and has sent info to GM. This vehicle was checked per the recall and passed the pico test. Oil was changed to new GM 0-40 by dealer.

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Complaints are filed by vehicle owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). They represent individual consumer experiences and do not necessarily indicate a widespread defect.

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