2015 GMC SIERRA 2500

6 recalls, 100 complaints - 2,945 TSBs - 3/5 safety rating

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR

Defect Description

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, and Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks. The roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.

Consequence

A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the left and right side RRAB modules, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 18, 2021. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy is available. Phase I owner notification letters were mailed on May... Read more

410,019 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR

Defect Description

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 GMC Sierra 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500, and Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 trucks. The roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator.

Consequence

If the end cap separates from the inflator, the compressed gas will escape and the end cap can be propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the RRAB modules on the left and/or right side, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on December 22, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. Note: GM ... Read more

9,279 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

Defect Description

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, 1500 Crew Cab Special Service, Tahoe Police Pursuit/Special Service, GMC Sierra 2500, and 3500 vehicles. The brake pedal pivot nut may loosen, causing the brake pedal to be loose or inoperative.

Consequence

If the brake pedal becomes loose or inoperative, the driver may be unable to stop the vehicle by using the brake pedal. Additionally, a loose pedal may also interfere with the accelerator pedal. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will add adhesive to the nut and reinstall the nut with increased tightness, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2018. 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... Read more

42,280 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Defect Description

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Subur... Read more

Consequence

A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadi... Read more

40,683 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Defect Description

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Poli... Read more

Consequence

A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Ca... Read more

3,640,162 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

Defect Description

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, and 3500 heavy duty trucks manufactured October 1, 2013, to February 1, 2016, 2015-2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicles (PPV) manufactured March 1, 2014, to February 1, 2016, and 2015-2016 GMC S... Read more

Consequence

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will add adhesive to the brake pedal pivot nut and reinstall with an increased torque, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for ... Read more

430,771 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

Complaint Statistics

100 total complaints 6 crashes 9 fires 3 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
EXTERIOR LIGHTING	26
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	12
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	8
POWER TRAIN	8
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	6
STEERING	5
ENGINE	5
AIR BAGS	4
VISIBILITY/WIPER	3
SERVICE BRAKES	3

Incident date: Mar 6, 2026

On February 18, 2026, while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle’s automatic emergency braking system activated unexpectedly. There were no vehicles, pedestrians, or obstacles present. The vehicle came to an abrupt stop, causing the tires to squeal and creating a hazardous situation. A secon... Read more

Incident date: Mar 6, 2026

The contact owns a 2023 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle unexpectedly shut off. After restarting the vehicle, the battery warning light was temporarily illuminated and the vehicle operated normally. The failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle w... Read more

Incident date: Aug 10, 2023

My vehicle, VIN [XXX] , was operating normally when a check engine light appeared, along with a message indicating engine malfunction and loss of power. I took the vehicle to an authorized Nissan dealership, Reed Nissan Orlando, where I was assisted by service advisor Aaron Berning. At the dealersh... Read more

Incident date: Aug 10, 2023

Transfercase fluid eaking observed at 38000 +- miles, this could lead to a binded transfercase thus damage transmission permanently

Incident date: Jun 17, 2025

The vehicle check engine light came on. Engine light is for a repair to the turbo charger. After looking online I noticed some of the 2017 and 2018 Chevy Trax cars are afftected however the VIN for my car is not included. I want to report the problem to see if my car can be checked to see if it's a ... Read more

Incident date: Mar 12, 2025

The contact owns a 2014 Lexus LS 460. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the ABS and several other warning lights illuminated, with a message to “Stop Driving Vehicle” displayed. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and det... Read more

Incident date: Nov 25, 2024

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V491000 (STRUCTURE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manuf... Read more

Incident date: Oct 2, 2024

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed that there was water leaking into the interior of the vehicle through the windshield exterior A-pillar trims. The contact then became aware that both A-pillar trims had detached.... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2024

Apparentlhy, many VSA Modulator Contol Unit on the ABS on the Honda accords from 2013-2017 have failures right now. My car has the same issue. Took it to the dealership and the guy working there even said this should be a recall. A lot of the honda accords have been having this same issue. All the w... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2024

Incident date: Mar 7, 2024

The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Highlander. While stopped at a gas station with the engine on, the contact's wife smelled an abnormal, burning odor coming from the vehicle without warning. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact's wife saw flames shooting from the dashboard near the infotainment sys... Read more

Fire 1 injured

Incident date: Nov 21, 2023

Recall ZA3 Heavy Duty Truck Transmission Dipstick. I received this recall one year ago in November 2022. I called my dealer to get it in for service, they told me those were on back order for 3-6 months. I kept checking back with them in May 2023, and also in August 2023 and was told both times part... Read more

Incident date: Sep 3, 2023

My 2009 Honda Pilot has 188,793 miles, I barely drive the vehicle and it need Piston Rings. I'm aware that this is a common problem with the 2009 Honda Pilots. I do not have $3,000. to just give to these people when Honda knows there is a problem with this vehicle.

Incident date: Dec 15, 2022

The same power steering issue that was recalled for many 2012 ford fusions happened to my car. The power steering system fault notification would flash on the dashboard and the advanced traction control light would also flash. The dealership stated that my car was not covered under that known recall... Read more

Incident date: Apr 16, 2023

The Tesla in vehicle navigation notified to turn the incorrect direction on to Canal Rd NW Washington, DC 20057 during one-way operation of the reversable parkway. The turn was notified from Clark Pl NW where there was no visual notification of the traffic being one-way. This culminated in a near he... Read more

Incident date: Apr 16, 2023

Incident date: May 1, 2023

On 5-19-23, while driving slowly in a residential neighborhood, (without any warning or prior incidence) my driver side headrest suddenly popped open hitting the back of my head. There is now an approximately three inch gap or opening at top of headrest. I was the sole occupant in the vehicle. I ... Read more

Incident date: Mar 6, 2023

The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop immediately and made an abnormal sound. Additionally, the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repai... Read more

Incident date: Dec 11, 2022

The contact owns a 2015 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated while her husband was driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle lost power steering and power braking functionality. The contact stated that her husband did not see any warning lights being illumin... Read more

Incident date: Nov 14, 2022

On November 14th, while commuting home from work, my transmission failed while I was stopped at a red light. After the light turned green, my car would not move when I pushed my foot on the gas. The engine would rev up but nothing would happen. I turned off the engine and re-started several times... Read more

Incident date: Nov 13, 2022

The contact owns a 2015 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH with the rear defroster activated, there was smoke coming from the window before the window cracked. The contact had taken the vehicle to a certified mechanic who determined that the rear defroster needed to be replaced... Read more

Incident date: Oct 21, 2022

Water intrusion from antenna ran down into my wires causing corrosion in my electrical harness. Truck will throw code p2138 and go into reduced power mode. Very dangerous when you are in traffic. Truck will not go over 15mph when this happens. This has been a problem intermittently since I have owne... Read more

Incident date: Oct 18, 2022

I was driving down the road after turning on the rear window defrost. The cab of the truck filled with smoke billowing from the back seat. I pulled over and turned the truck off. I got into the back seat to try to identify what was on fire, and noticed the lines of the rear window defrost system w... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Sep 15, 2021

While driving to work with my workers and I on HWY going 70 mph pickup just turned off on me and no longer started up. Took to Mechanic and said it was the Bosch CP4 failure. Metal debris flooded our entire high-pressure fuel system. Had to get replacement of fuel lines, fuel rails, pump and injecto... Read more

Incident date: Mar 27, 2022

Wife and daughter took the pickup to town. While returning home wife noticed a noise from the front end. She slowed down to turn and the whole tire with rotor came off the pickup causing the brake line to get ripped off and stating a fire. Damaged the running board and rocker panel along with the cv... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Mar 27, 2022

Fire

Incident date: Mar 27, 2022

Fire

Incident date: Jun 30, 2021

Headlights were about as bright as a candle while using high beams changed the bulbs and used a head light restoration kit and within a week headlight lenses were hazed over again high beams are no brighter than low beams

Incident date: Dec 11, 2021

I turned on my rear defroster. I smelled electrical burning and rear window shattered with my 6 month old in the back seat in her car seat. GM states there is a recall which can be referenced as N192220470. Speaking with customer service and dealership the recall is VIN specific and my vehicle is... Read more

Fire

Incident date: May 26, 2021

While exiting off ramp of the interstate my truck just completely shut down. After several towing bills to different mechanics to verify the problem, it was the cp4 pump system ! Over $13000 in repairs , towing , and rental fees

Incident date: Jul 28, 2020

At various intervals, all four door lock actuators have failed. first rear door failures occurred in July 2020. Front door lock actuators began failing Spring of 2021. Rear lock actuators were repaired at a contested (I was charged for 3 hours labor when truck was on site for two) cost of $801.86.

Incident date: Aug 18, 2018

The display of the intellink system acts erratic and eventually freezes up. It happens in all modes ( map, radio, phone, ….). The only way to reset is shut the truck off. GMC knows of the problem but their only solution is replace the radio and or replace the touch panel. This can be a safety ... Read more

Incident date: May 20, 2021

I was driving at approximately 40 MPH on a busy city street, I was going to be getting on the freeway where my speed would be in excess of 70MPH. Suddenly without any warning, my 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Duramax died. I had no power at all which means no steering, brakes, etc. I was able to get th... Read more

Incident date: Apr 17, 2021

DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AND MY CHANGE FUEL FILTER LIGHT CAME , AND WITHIN 20 MINUTES TRUCK WENT INTO LIMP MODE. PULLED OVER AND CHANGED FUEL FILTER BUT DIDN'T FIX THE ISSUE. TRUCK IS CURRENTLY AT DEALERSHIP WAITING TO FIND OUT DIAGNOSIS

Incident date: Mar 12, 2021

LOST POWER AT 60 MPH ON 5 LANE FREEWAY ON 6% GRADE WITH NO WARNING WHEN TURBO CHARGER VARIABLE VANE GOT STUCK. HAD TO NAVIGATE THROUGH 2 LANES OF TRUCKS TO GET INTO THE EMERGENCY PARKING LANE. COMPUTER LIMITED ME TO 15 MPH. COMPUTER DESIGNED TO DO THIS. NO ACCIDENT HAPPENED DUE TO SOME VERY COURTEOU... Read more

Incident date: Feb 13, 2021

I HAVE HAD THE VEHICLE FOR ALMOST 5 YEARS AND HAVE NEVER HAD AN ISSUE RUNNING THE REAR DEFROSTER OR REMOTE STARTING THE VEHICLE. IN JAN OF 2020, THE VEHICLE WAS RECALLED FOR REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER THERMAL EVENT (N192265660). I HAD THE RECALL COMPLETED ON 6/18/20 (SEE ATTACHED WORK ORDER). ON 02/11... Read more

Incident date: Feb 13, 2021

Incident date: Feb 5, 2021

2015 GMC SIERRA 2500 DURAMAX DRIVING EAST WITH THE FLOW OF TRAFFIC ON 80 REACHING THE SUMMIT TOWARDS TAHOE. WE SUDDENLY EXPERIENCE AT "CHANGE FUEL FILTER" WARNING WHICH ONLY LASTED APPROXIMATELY 20 SECONDS BEFORE THE MESSAGE THEN READ "DERATING". UPON THIS SECOND NOTIFICATION WE IMMEDIATELY LOST P... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2020

THE POWER STEERING GOES OUT WHEN TURNING. THIS IS HAPPENING MORE AND MORE FREQUENTLY. 2014 GMC TRUCKS HAVE A RECALL (#14743) ADDRESSING THIS POWER STEERING ASSIST ISSUE. GMC SAID THAT I NEED TO GET IT FIXED AT MY COST.

Incident date: Oct 16, 2015

SINCE DAY ONE WITH MY 2015 GMC 2500 THE TRANSMISSION HAS ACTED VERY WEIRD WHEN DRIVING. EVERY APPOINTMENT I HAVE MADE FOR SERVICE AT THE DEALER I HAVE COMPLAINED ABOUT THE SHUDDERING AND INCONSISTENT UPSHIFTING AND DOWNSHIFTING AND OF COURSE THE DEALER TELLS ME THAT THEY CANNOT FIND ANYTHING. NOW... Read more

Incident date: Jul 12, 2020

I WAS DRIVING IN MY CITY AND THE BRAKES WERE FINE PRIOR. I WAS COMING UP TO A STOP SIGN AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN MY BRAKE PEDAL WAS GOING TO THE FLOOR. I COULD NOT STOP WITHIN REASON. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS IN THE CROSSWALK OR I WOULD HAVE HIT THEM. I USED THE E-BRAKE AND MY EXHAUST BRAKE TO HELP SO ME SLO... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2016

GMC, I AM EMAILING YOU IN REGARDS TO SAFETY FEATURES OF OUR 2015 GMC SIERRA DENALI NOT WORKING PROPERLY. THE REAR SEAT BELTS DO NOT LOCK AND THEY DO NOT RETRACT WITHOUT ASSISTANCE. WE ASKED THE DEALERSHIP LOCALLY IF IT IS RECALL RELATED ISSUE AND THEY SAID WE WOULD HAVE TO PAY TO HAVE THEM FIXED.... Read more

Incident date: Oct 1, 2019

REAR PASSENGER SEAT BELT IS STUCK AND WILL NOT LET OUT SLACK OR TIGHTEN. CONSTANT. NO ACCIDENTS. IT WORKED PROPERLY WHEN WE BOUGHT THE VEHICLE. WE WERE UNAWARE OF ANY CHANGES OR OCCURRENCES THAT CAUSED IT

Incident date: Nov 6, 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 GMC SIERRA 2500. WHEN THE CONTACT AUTO STARTED THE VEHICLE, SMOKE APPEARED FROM THE REAR WINDOW AND A BURNING ODOR WAS NOTICED. THE CONTACT POWERED OFF THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED; HOWEVER, FIVE SECONDS LATER, THE REAR WINDOW SHATTERED WITHOUT WARNING OR AN IMPA... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Jul 28, 2019

THE CP4 FUEL PUMP IMPLODED AND SENT METAL SHARDS THROUGH MY VEHICLES ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM

Incident date: May 10, 2018

THE UNDERCOATING ON THE FRAME IS COMING OFF. THE FRAME IS ALREADY RUSTING. HOW LONG WILL IT BE BEFORE THE FRAME RUSTS THROUGH ? I TALKED TO ANOTHER PERSON WITH THE SAME TRUCK AND HE IS HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM.

Incident date: May 12, 2019

ON 5/12/19 THE CHECK BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT CAME ON, SO I LEFT OUT SIDE FACING STREET IN CASE I HAD TO JUMP TO TAKE TO DEALER ON MONDAY. I WENT IN THE HOUSE AND 1/2 HOUR LATER HEARD AND EXPLOSION AND WENT OUT AND THE TRUCK ENGINE COMPARTMENT WAS ON FIRE.

Fire

Incident date: May 12, 2019

Fire

Incident date: Mar 4, 2019

THIS TRUCK HAS HAD PROBLEMS WITH WATER GETTING INTO IT DURING HEAVY RAIN SINCE BOUGHT NEW. IT SEEMS TO OCCUR AT THE FRONT DOOR AREA NEAR THE WINDSHIELD. WHEN THE TRUCK IS OUTSIDE IN THE RAIN, THERE WILL BE WATER SOAKING ALL THE FLOOR BOARDS. THIS HAS LED TO STINKING ISSUES AND MOLD/MILDEW. THEY HAVE... Read more

Incident date: Feb 19, 2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 GMC SIERRA 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED TO FUNCTION. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE WIPER FUSE FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATE... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2015 GMC SIERRA 2500

2015 GMC Sierra 2500 PU/EC RWD

Category	Rating
Overall Rating	3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Frontal Crash	2 / 5 ★★☆☆☆
Frontal Crash, Driver	2 / 5 ★★☆☆☆
Frontal Crash, Passenger	2 / 5 ★★☆☆☆
Side Crash	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover	3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Rollover Risk	20.7%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	No
Lane Departure Warning	No

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2015 GMC SIERRA 2500

2,945 manufacturer communications from 1765 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	368
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	285
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	262
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	171
060000 ENGINE (PWS)	144
100000 POWER TRAIN	130
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY	120
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.	94

200000 WHEELS

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV).

350000 EQUIPMENT

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin updates the position of General Motors on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM has determined that wheel refinishing under warranty will no longer be performed.

200000 WHEELS

This bulletin updates the position of General Motors on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM has determined that wheel refinishing under warranty will no longer be performed.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information on submitting quality Photos of Various Vehicle Concerns to the GM Technical Assistance Center (TAC).

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou

350000 EQUIPMENT

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel pressure situation.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel pressure situation.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information on All hazmat parts being returned to the Warranty Parts Center (WPC) must be shipped using Central Transport. Hazardous materials should never be sent by air transportation to the WPC.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This Preliminary information communicates to have the dealer contact TAC with the transmission TUN number prior to transmission installation.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This Preliminary information communicates Diagnostic aids for a no start or DTC'S following a transmission replacement

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.

251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unwanted Stability Activation and/or a Service Stability message on the Driver Information Center. Technician may find a Diagnosti

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.

063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about fluid leaking from the brake caliper piston area found during a service of the vehicle. The substance is actually excess assembly grease from the calipe

190000 TIRES

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that some owners of Heavy Duty Trucks and Utilities may ask if they can lower their tire pressures. Tire pressures being set to the "Tire and Loading Label" w

100000 POWER TRAIN

This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

This Preliminary information communicates to dealers of a known issue with failed map update

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have rattle or ticking noise that is louder inside the vehicle than outside. The noise may also sound like a l

160000 STRUCTURE

This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Di

071000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a bump feel or clunk noise at a stop or on launch. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This preliminary information (PI) provides information om Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes (E4398, E4399, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491 or E6961).

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are found to have a back-up alarm inoperative during the Pre-Delivery Inspection. On trucks equipped with the Back Up Alarm (RPO 8S3), the

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

100000 POWER TRAIN

This bulletin advises the technician that the 6L50 (MYB), 6L80 (MYC) and 6L90 (MYD) Transmission Oil Filter and Seal Kit part number 24236933 is currently transitioning from a kit to the filter (24236517) and seal (24225347) being sold indi

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking

110220 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HAND HEATER:WIRING HARNESS

This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a radio backlighting will stay on even after the ignition has been turned off and the key has been removed for several minutes, e

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician that the part numbers for the internal wiring harnesses for the 8 speed RWD transmissions are not listed in the Electronic Parts Catalog. Technicians are to refer to the inf

020000 SUSPENSION

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer?s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the

200000 WHEELS

This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.

020000 SUSPENSION

This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.

010000 STEERING

This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.

200000 WHEELS

This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).

354800 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO)

This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician on diagnostic aids to help with the diagnosis and repair of 8 Speed Transmissions

100000 POWER TRAIN

This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician on diagnostic aids to help with the diagnosis and repair of 8 Speed Transmissions

350000 EQUIPMENT

This information bulletin advises the technician the difference between a welch cap leak and the output seal of the t-case or transmission leaking ATF, causing the customer concern of a Red Fluid Leak from Center of Vehicle Located by Rear

100000 POWER TRAIN

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of OnStar Inoperative after Importing Vehicle from Canada to the United States.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of OnStar Inoperative after Importing Vehicle from Canada to the United States.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information on General Motors Dealership Critical Equipment Requirements and Recommendations.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.

200000 WHEELS

This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on the Global Warranty Management (GWM) Warranty Parts Center (WPC) Parts Return Program.

200000 WHEELS

This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).

190000 TIRES

This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Preliminary information communicates additional information on how a LIN bus operates and diagnostic tips when working on a LIN bus.

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information on Warranty Administration a?? Required Operating Procedures - 8 Points (U.S. Only).

117100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER

This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin explains the difference in oil filters for gas engines with new oil pump control systems and the possibilities of what may happen using the incorrect filter.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This bulletin provides information on Warranty Administration a?? Required Operating Procedures - 8 Points (U.S. Only).

100000 POWER TRAIN

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician of a complaint of a sag or hesitation when accelerating. The concern is present when coasting at low speeds of less than 15 miles per hour and then aggressive

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician that TAC recommends the utilization of the GDS2 software to aid in diagnosing automatic transmission concerns. TAC is requesting the GDS2 session logs be sent in before the

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This technical bulletin provides information and a solution to a condition of Brake Pedal Moves or Self Applies at Full Turns.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on the proper use of the labor operation 0600014.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of OnStar Inoperative after Importing Vehicle from Canada to the United States.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of OnStar Inoperative after Importing Vehicle from Canada to the United States.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This informational bulletin advised the technician that the engine and related parts will be debited if found that the tech didn't properly prepare the engine block from dirt and debris in bolt holes or if found that the block was damaged b

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D

010000 STEERING

This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.

020000 SUSPENSION

This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.

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GMC SIERRA 2500 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the GMC SIERRA 2500 across all model years (1997, 2026).

117 Total Recalls

2,282 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

115 Reported Crashes

60 Reported Fires

3 Reported Deaths

GMC SIERRA 2500 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2026	1	14	View
2025	1	35	View
2024	4	135	View
2023	1	39	View
2022	3	53	View
2021	6	65	View
2020	9	107	View
2019	7	40	View
2018	5	46	View
2017	6	51	View
2016	5	77	View
2015 (current)	6	100
2014	2	39	View
2013	3	57	View
2012	3	39	View
2011	4	81	View
2010	5	11	View
2009	5	37	View
2008	3	78	View
2007	3	98	View
2006	3	78	View
2005	4	159	View
2004	4	175	View
2003	3	193	View
2002	4	164	View
2001	5	171	View
2000	3	63	View
1999	2	42	View
1998	3	19	View
1997	4	14	View
1994	0	2	View

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Model	Recalls	Complaints
SIERRA 1500	233	10,607	View
YUKON	224	6,198	View
SIERRA 3500	161	730	View
YUKON XL	157	2,899	View
SAVANA	142	448	View
SIERRA	133	4,904	View
ACADIA	84	7,520	View
JIMMY	71	3,791	View

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