2025 GMC SIERRA 2500
1 recalls, 38 complaints
26V530000 Aug 13, 2026
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Defect Description
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and GMC Sierra 2500 vehicles equipped with the enhanced towing option and 20-inch accessory tire/wheel package. The tire information label may state the incorrect rear tire pressure, resulting in underinflated tires and... Read more
Consequence
Driving with underinflated tires can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect, update the engine control module (ECM) software, apply a tire label overlay, inflate tires to the correct pressure, and perform a tire pressure monitor system (TPMS) re-learn process as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners... Read more
Complaint Statistics
38 total complaints
2 crashes 2 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 |
| POWER TRAIN | 4 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS | 3 |
| STEERING | 3 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 3 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 2 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 25, 2026
Incident date: Dec 5, 2025
My 2025 GMC Sierra 2500 experienced repeated electrical failures that caused complete battery drainage and multiple overnight no‑start conditions within the first year of ownership. These failures occurred in extreme desert heat, where temperatures in [XXX] reach 120°F. A vehicle that repeatedly ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Aug 25, 2026
Incident date: Dec 5, 2025
My 2025 GMC Sierra 2500 experienced repeated electrical failures that caused complete battery drainage and multiple overnight no‑start conditions within the first year of ownership. These failures occurred in extreme desert heat, where temperatures in [XXX] reach 120°F. A vehicle that repeatedly ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 25, 2026
Incident date: Dec 5, 2025
My 2025 GMC Sierra 2500 experienced repeated electrical failures that caused complete battery drainage and multiple overnight no‑start conditions within the first year of ownership. These failures occurred in extreme desert heat, where temperatures in [XXX] reach 120°F. A vehicle that repeatedly ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 27, 2026
Incident date: May 29, 2026
The contact owns a 2008 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver’s side air bags deployed; however, the vehicle was not involved in a crash. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact attempted to start the vehicle and the starter... Read more
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Jun 18, 2026
Incident date: Jun 17, 2026
The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while entering the vehicle, the front driver’s seat headrest deployed. The contact stated that during the failure the key was not in the ignition, and the vehicle was off. No injury was sustained. The cause of the failure was not... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Jun 18, 2026
Incident date: Jun 17, 2026
Windshield cracked majorly after being hit by a small rock on the highway. Even after having it replaced and the camera recalibrated, 7 safety warnings of the ADAS come on. Reportedly, the frontcamera has failed, which is concerning in a car that has less than 50k and is just about 4yrs old. I belie... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
May 2, 2026
Incident date: May 2, 2026
Power steering pump failed when decelerating after 9500 miles. When power steering pump fails, power assisted braking also fails. Upon deceleration, I could not turn the steering wheel at all or stop the vehicle without extreme pressure on the brake pedal. I narrowly avoided impact with a concrete b... Read more
STEERING
May 2, 2026
Incident date: May 2, 2026
Power steering pump failed when decelerating after 9500 miles. When power steering pump fails, power assisted braking also fails. Upon deceleration, I could not turn the steering wheel at all or stop the vehicle without extreme pressure on the brake pedal. I narrowly avoided impact with a concrete b... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 22, 2026
Incident date: Mar 24, 2026
2023 Subaru Ascent, under manufacturer basic warranty. Factory OEM battery has repeatedly failed. Voltage drops below 11.5V in normal use. Three documented failures in six weeks. SAFETY INCIDENT: Vehicle died on a public street and became completely immobilized. Brake warning light activated. Vehi... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 14, 2026
Incident date: Mar 13, 2026
On [XXX], while driving on a public highway, the vehicle shut off and came to a complete stop as I was going around a roundabout. I was in the inside lane, had just finished charging in Yuma, Az., and was just about to get back on the freeway heading back into California. Thankfully, there was no on... Read more
TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Apr 14, 2026
Incident date: Mar 13, 2026
LT275/65R20 126/123R M+S Bridgestone Dueler A/T Without warning the tread explosively separated at normal highway speed of 70 MPH while driving straight in the morning with an approximate outdoor temperature 75 degrees or less. The truck immediately and uncontrollably swerved into the left pass... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 5, 2026
Incident date: Feb 26, 2026
am writing again regarding serious safety concerns with my Chevrolet Equinox EV RS. This is my fourth attempt to contact Chevrolet, as my previous emails have not received a response. These issues present a significant safety risk and require immediate attention.The problems I am experiencing includ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 5, 2026
Incident date: Feb 26, 2026
am writing again regarding serious safety concerns with my Chevrolet Equinox EV RS. This is my fourth attempt to contact Chevrolet, as my previous emails have not received a response. These issues present a significant safety risk and require immediate attention.The problems I am experiencing includ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Mar 3, 2026
Incident date: Dec 27, 2025
Hi I bought a Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk 2018 at GM Motors (Old Bridge), I have on open recall and I take it to the dealer, Jeep Dodge Chrysler located at Bloomfiel, I talked to Tony the supervisor and they refused to fix it,this incident happened last July he told me come back in 6 months so in Decemb... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Dec 16, 2025
Sensor that believe the car to be overheating shut the car down while driving in on the highway.. turning the car off completely or powering it down 99%.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Dec 16, 2025
Sensor that believe the car to be overheating shut the car down while driving in on the highway.. turning the car off completely or powering it down 99%.
ENGINE
Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Dec 16, 2025
Sensor that believe the car to be overheating shut the car down while driving in on the highway.. turning the car off completely or powering it down 99%.
SEATS
Jan 29, 2026
Incident date: Dec 24, 2025
The front passenger seat sensor failed. Without the sensor properly detecting weight, the airbag will deploy no matter the weight of the front seat passenger. Tesla has fixed the sensor placement in newer models as the service tech told us this is a common issue in later models where the only fix is... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 10, 2026
Incident date: Oct 14, 2025
P0741 Error Codes - Torque Converter issue around 100k miles. Shuttering at low rpm between 2nd and 3rd gears. This is a known issue for owners of the 2020 model year. TCM software update and transmission oil change did not fix.
ENGINE
Jan 10, 2026
Incident date: Oct 14, 2025
My 2020 Kia Sportage continues to consume too much oil. There is not a leak detected where I park my car during work, nor in my garage. I need to add oil to the vehicle every other week.
SERVICE BRAKES
Dec 5, 2025
Incident date: Dec 5, 2025
The ABS Module (Part 68259556AD) on my 2016 Jeep Wrangler began failing about two years ago. When the ABS warning light turns on, both the ABS and traction-control systems stop functioning, creating a serious safety hazard: greatly increased stopping distance, reduced steering control under braking,... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Nov 7, 2025
Incident date: Nov 7, 2025
While driving my 2019 Honda Accord, after about five minutes on the road, multiple warning lights suddenly appeared on the dashboard. The emission system, brake system, power steering, TPMS, ACC, hill start assist, collision mitigation, and vehicle stability assist warnings all came on at the same t... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 26, 2025
Incident date: May 23, 2025
REPORT OF SUSPICION OF REMOTE CONTROL AND MANIPULATION OF VEHICLE COMPUTER BY UNKNOWN AND UNAUTHORIZED INDIVIDUAL(S). VEHICLE MODULES AND COMPONENTS ARE BEING DESABLED, ACTIVATED MAKING STARTING IMPOSSIBLE AND DRIVING UNSAFE. BATTERY IS BEING DISCHARGED, LIGHT BEING TURNED ON, ETC... THANK YOU FOR ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Oct 23, 2025
Incident date: Jun 17, 2025
All the systems are not working This is a very low mileage vehicle and has not been involved in any accidents. They are many owners reporting the same issue. This is a safety issue as it shuts off many of the safety features of this vehicle while driving. Honda claims it’s normal.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
Oct 8, 2025
Incident date: Sep 23, 2025
See attached document for complaint.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oct 8, 2025
Incident date: Sep 23, 2025
See attached document for complaint.
STEERING
Oct 7, 2025
Incident date: Sep 4, 2025
The contact owns a 2009 Saturn Vue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to turn and was inoperable while attempting to reverse. The dea... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Sep 5, 2025
Incident date: May 5, 2025
I was driving my morning commute to work, when I came upon a stop light. I was pressing the brakes and the brakes failed to engage which caused me to hit a car in front of me. I did not have any warnings that the brakes were defective. The warning on the dash did not indicate that there was anything... Read more
Crash
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 30, 2025
Incident date: Aug 29, 2025
The affected components are the electrical system, engine, and power train. In March 2025, my 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe displayed multiple warning lamps across the dash, including traction control and check engine lights. The vehicle shifted erratically and sometimes entered limp mode. I brought the ve... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 21, 2025
Incident date: Aug 11, 2025
The "Service 4WD" light came on in my 2017 Jeep Cherokee. The nearest dealership is 56 miles away. I took the vehicle to my mechanic, who is only 7 miles away. On the way to the mechanic, the "Service Shifter" warning light came on and all the lights on my shifter lit up. Once at the mechanic, ... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Jun 19, 2025
Incident date: Jun 17, 2025
After the update that should fix the car, it now has several issues. One Pedal Driving doesn't work. When using One Pedal Driving the car should stop when you release the gas. Now the car continues to roll. It is reporting "Brake Failure" and "Collision Detection Failure". Polestar is saying this is... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 10, 2025
Incident date: Jun 9, 2025
Replaced the RFH Hub twice in this vehicle do to water damage. 1st time under warranty, the 2nd out of pocket. Noticed the second time they replaced the Backlit light seal under an extended warranty (XL1 Warranty) where the water came in from. Both repair receipts enclosed and a picture of anothe... Read more
STEERING
May 30, 2025
Incident date: May 30, 2025
My 2016 Dodge Challenger has less then 38,000 miles. I don’t even drive it in the rain to keep it spotless. I have taken great care of it. It started making a knocking noise from underneath the car. Took it to the dodge dealership & found out the drive shaft is bad.If you google 2016 Dodge challen... Read more
SUSPENSION
May 30, 2025
Incident date: May 30, 2025
My 2016 Dodge Challenger has less then 38,000 miles. I don’t even drive it in the rain to keep it spotless. I have taken great care of it. It started making a knocking noise from underneath the car. Took it to the dodge dealership & found out the drive shaft is bad.If you google 2016 Dodge challen... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
May 23, 2025
Incident date: May 4, 2025
I was driving when a car pulled into a driveway. My car was not near this car and the brakes stopped very hard. At other times when the brakes should have stopped they did not. I had a major accident in Feburary and my safety features were on however the car did not stop when the other car turned i... Read more
Crash
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 9, 2025
Incident date: May 9, 2025
the radio malfunctions. it beeps constantly. it randomly changes inputs it won’t tune. the screen is severely dirty on inside so can’t clean it; thus making back up camera look smudged.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jan 7, 2025
Incident date: Jan 4, 2025
During driving, especially when it is cold outside, the Subaru Eyesight Pre-Collision system (automatic emergency braking) can be triggered by exhaust smoke from a vehicle in front of it. The braking system can be falsely activated, which could cause your vehicle to be hit from behind. There is no w... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Jan 7, 2025
Incident date: Jan 4, 2025
During driving, especially when it is cold outside, the Subaru Eyesight Pre-Collision system (automatic emergency braking) can be triggered by exhaust smoke from a vehicle in front of it. The braking system can be falsely activated, which could cause your vehicle to be hit from behind. There is no w... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2025 GMC SIERRA 2500
2025 GMC Sierra 2500 PU/CC 4WD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Frontal Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Frontal Crash, Passenger | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Side Crash | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Driver | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Side Crash, Passenger | 5 / 5 ★★★★★ |
| Rollover Risk | 0.0% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
GMC SIERRA 2500 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the GMC SIERRA 2500 across all model years (1997, 2026).
118
Total Recalls
2,295
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
121
Reported Crashes
59
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 | 15 | View |
| 2025 (current) | 1 | 38 | |
| 2024 | 4 | 141 | View |
| 2023 | 1 | 39 | View |
| 2022 | 3 | 54 | View |
| 2021 | 6 | 65 | View |
| 2020 | 9 | 108 | View |
| 2019 | 7 | 40 | View |
| 2018 | 5 | 46 | View |
| 2017 | 6 | 51 | View |
| 2016 | 6 | 77 | View |
| 2015 | 6 | 100 | View |
| 2014 | 2 | 39 | View |
| 2013 | 3 | 57 | View |
| 2012 | 3 | 40 | 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 |