This page covers 6 recalls, 510 owner complaints and NHTSA crash-test ratings for the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 draws a notably high complaint volume, with engine issues leading by a wide margin. Owners frequently report engine failures including complete seizure, sometimes while underway at highway speeds, along with loss of power, warning lights, and the engine failing to restart after shutdown. Several of these reports involve the truck being in motion when power was lost. The structure category is the second most-reported area, and a recurring specific complaint involves the front grille deflector separating from the vehicle at highway speeds, with multiple owners describing the piece flying off into traffic. Powertrain complaints round out the top three, with owners describing hesitation, loss of propulsion, and transmission-related warning prompts appearing on the dash. A smaller but notable thread involves door locks failing to respond to the key fob or interior controls, though that pattern appears less frequently than the engine and structural complaints.
510
Total Complaints
9
Crash-Related
6
Fire-Related
3
With Injuries
By System
The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 has 6 recalls, the most serious being a transmission control valve defect on diesel-equipped trucks that can cause the rear wheels to lock up without warning, raising the risk of a crash. Some trucks that received a prior repair for this issue may not have been fixed correctly and remain at risk. On 6.2L V8 gas engine models, internal engine components can fail and cause the engine to shut down while driving. On the exterior, trucks fitted with chrome front grille deflectors may lose those pieces onto the road if the attachment points fracture. Two lighting recalls round out the list: trucks with an accessory sport bar carry a high-mounted brake light that may not work and can also block the factory brake light behind it, and a software issue can cause daytime running lights to stay on when the headlights are active, creating glare for oncoming drivers.
At a glance
What can fail
The transmission control valve may not have been repaired correctly under a previous recall, causing it to fail and lock up the rear wheels.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect your vehicle and update the transmission control software at no charge.
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Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 6 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The connecting rod and crankshaft in the 6.2L V8 engine may have manufacturing defects that cause engine damage and failure.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect your engine and repair or replace it if needed. Passing engines receive higher viscosity oil, new oil filter, and manual updates.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fasteners holding the chrome front grille deflector in place may crack, causing the deflector to detach from the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will reinforce or repair all attachment points on the chrome front grille deflector at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The transmission control valve may fail, causing the rear wheels to lock up unexpectedly.
What the fix does
Dealers will install updated transmission control module software and repair or replace defective control valves as needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The daytime running lights stay on when the headlights are turned on, instead of turning off as required.
What the fix does
A dealer will update the body control module software, or the update will be sent remotely to your vehicle, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The accessory sport bar's high-mounted brake light may not work or may block the vehicle's factory brake light, so the vehicle may not have proper brake lighting.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the sport bar installation and provide correct wiring at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
