NHTSA Data Explorer

GMC Sierra 3500 Classic

Data refreshed June 26, 2026

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Complaints

4,482

Active records

Recalls

109

Active records

TSBs

5,221

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

11

Injuries

211

Crashes

314

Fires

75

Top reported issues — GMC Sierra 3500 Classic

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Condition issue

1,619

Braking behavior

1,314

Operating state

1,215

Driver assistance issue

610

Wiper/washer behavior

420

Reporting mechanism

413

Noise

337

Fluid issue

308

Vibration/harshness

277

Safety restraint issue

270

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

248

Engine behavior

194

Safety restraint behavior

193

Steering behavior

186

Performance issue

179

Lighting behavior

172

Thermal issue

172

Access/entry issue

112

Ride/handling behavior

97

Electrical issue

95

Powering on/off behavior

49

HVAC behavior

43

Starting behavior

35

Recent change

30

Smell

24

Infotainment behavior

16

Communication/network issue

4

Charging behavior

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2022 GMC SIERRA 3500

Filed Jun 22, 2026


The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds, there was a loud banging sound coming from the vehicle. The contact exited the vehicle and became aware that the front passenger’s side tire was inverted towards the engine compartment. Pictures of the damages were taken to a dealer, and the contact was informed that the control arm had snapped; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The…

2023 GMC SIERRA 3500

Filed Jun 19, 2026


275/65R20 - Goodyear Wrangler. This is the tire that came with the vehicle. It had approximately 32,000 miles. The tire separated and exploded. We installed the spare but one of the other tires is getting ready to explode. This is not normal wear and tear. This is out of the ordinary that tires on a new vehicle explode. We were on [XXX] when this happened. This tire is a death trap. This is forcing us to replace all 4 tires because we do not know what is going to happen. The…

2026 GMC SIERRA 3500

Filed Jun 16, 2026


Have been driving it on four separate occasions and the engine will start running rough and shut off leaving me with no power brakes or power steering. Once when I was going about 30 miles an hour the other three times when I was coming to a stop with a trailer on just took it in Kendall Chevrolet for the first time they are still working on it but unable to duplicate the problem this is a very serious safety concern for myself and possibly for others that have the same issue

2021 GMC SIERRA 3500

Filed Jun 12, 2026


The contact filed the complaint on behalf of the owner of a 2021 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that while the vehicle owner was driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver noticed that the rear wheels were attempting to lockup. The contact stated that the failure was noticeable while driving forward and while reversing. No warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with detached rear brake pads and detached rear emergency brake…

2024 GMC SIERRA 3500

Filed May 18, 2026


Transmission valve body failure contestant with Recall # N242454440. Dealer diagnosed valve body failure and corrective action of Valve body rebuild. I would like 2024 models to be included with this recall for proper repair per Special Coverage # N242454441.

2023 GMC SIERRA 3500

Filed May 15, 2026


Crash

While out of Town driving back home Wheel lock up on my 3500hd dually 2023 gmc .. vehicle had shudder effect and from 75 to 25 mph drasticly and engine reduced power light came on and wouldn’t come out of drive and then after stopping vehicle To cement parking safety block the vehicle had multiple codes for valve body and transmission failure relating to the na242454441 issue on previous year models and gmc is not working properly on a resolution but admitting that it is having the exact issue…

2023 GMC SIERRA 3500

Filed May 8, 2026


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. they mentioned my transmission will need to be fully replaced because valve body issues of solenoid a,e,f, are stuck open and closed codes on the 10 speed transmission upon researching my trucks history it was manufactured in 2022 and pulled out for sale october 2022 and i have seen. 242454441 special recall the same…

2024 GMC SIERRA 3500

Filed May 4, 2026


The control arm bearing appears to have failed without warning causing loss of steering control. This occurred at low speed on a street in [XXX] last night near a gas station, so the driver was able to drive to a safe location easily without risk to life. Had the failure happened at speed a possibly fatal collision would have been likely. The vehicle has been used for the past 8 months to drive to work and has not been subject to any stress. It has not been modified. The tow truck driver said…

2018 GMC SIERRA 3500

Filed Apr 30, 2026


The contact owns a 2018 Gmc Sierra 3500. The contact stated while operating the vehicle at an undisclosed speed the vehicle suddenly shutoff, the vehicle was coasted to side of the road. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V739000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) however, the VIN was not included in the recall repair. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed to be the fuel control module. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure…

2022 GMC SIERRA 3500

Filed Apr 29, 2026


While traveling at highway speed, the hood-mounted air vent (factory-installed component) on my 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 HD suddenly detached from the vehicle without warning. Upon separation, the vent was propelled backward, striking both the hood and the windshield. The incident occurred during normal driving conditions, with no prior indication of looseness, damage, or defect in the component. The force of the detachment caused damage to the hood and posed a significant safety risk, as the…

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Updated June 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.