2022 GMC Sierra 1500: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500: 6 recalls, 592 owner complaints.
Recalls
6 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #22V463000 · 2022 · 242 vehicles
What's wrong: General motors (gm) has decided that certain 2022 model year Chevrolet silverado, and GMC sierra vehicles equipped with an accessory sport bar. The accessory sport bar contains a high-mounted brake light that May not function. In addition, it May block the vehicle's existing high-mounted brake light. As such, these vehicles May fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 108, "lamps,…
Why it matters: An inoperative high-mounted brake light can reduce visibility to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the installation of the accessory bar and provide the correct vehicle wiring, if necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters advising owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 10, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 27, 2023.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #22V903000 · 2022 · 740,108 vehicles
What's wrong: The daytime running lights (drls) May not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Why it matters: Drls that do not deactivate as intended May result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023.
Transmission & drivetrain, Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #24V797000 · 2024 · 463,295 vehicles
What's wrong: The transmission control valve May fail and cause the rear wheels to lock-up.
Why it matters: Rear wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will install new transmission control module software, free of charge. Gm will provide a special coverage program to cover the repair of transmissions that are identified by the remedy software as containing a defective control valve. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #25V060000 · 2025 · 70,768 vehicles
What's wrong: The attachments that hold the front grille deflectors in place May fracture, resulting in grille detachment.
Why it matters: A detached front grille deflector May become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will reinforce or repair all attachment points on the chrome front grille deflector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners May call gm customer service for GMC at 1-800-462-8782. Gm's number for this recall is n242490120.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #25V274000 · 2025 · 597,571 vehicles
What's wrong: 2l v8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components May have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Why it matters: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification…
Transmission & drivetrain, Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #26V083000 · 2026 · 1,055 vehicles
What's wrong: The transmission control valve May fail and cause the rear wheels to lock up.
Why it matters: Rear wheel lock up increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicles and update the transmission control software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 5 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (237): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (69), warning light on (61), noise or vibration (46).
- Transmission & drivetrain (110): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (50), warning light on (41), stalls / loses power (23).
- Body & structure (104): the most common themes are door / lock issues (6), noise or vibration (6).
- Electrical (82): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (22), electrical failure (18), door / lock issues (17).
The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 has 592 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 33 Sierra 1500 model years for complaints (2.2× the average Sierra 1500 year). Complaints peaked in 2025 (266 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 39,400 miles. Neighboring years: 2021 (582 complaints, 7 recalls), 2023 (485 complaints, 3 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recalls for the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 problems?
Owners have filed 592 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (237), transmission & drivetrain (110), body & structure (104).
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