This page covers 2 recalls and NHTSA crash-test ratings for the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500.
The 2022 to 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 received an overall five-star rating from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program for US-market vehicles. In frontal crash testing, the truck earned four stars. Side crash protection was rated at five stars, while rollover resistance received four stars. Side pole crash testing resulted in a five-star rating. NHTSA applies these ratings across model years until a significant redesign occurs, so this assessment covers the entire 2022 to 2026 range.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 has two recalls, the more serious being a transfer case defect on 4WD and AWD models where the front or rear wheels can lock up unexpectedly, raising the risk of a crash. The second recall covers a missing or incorrect owner's manual, which means drivers may lack guidance on how to safely operate certain vehicle features.
At a glance
What can fail
A missing drivetrain component in the transfer case can cause the front and/or rear wheels to suddenly lock up without warning.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the transfer case and replace it if needed, at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Based on 6 tested variants; worst-case ratings shown.
At a glance
What can fail
The vehicle radio was not configured during manufacturing to automatically download the electronic owner's manual, which is required for occupant protection compliance.
What the fix does
Dealers will reset the vehicle radio to enable automatic download of the electronic owner's manual at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
