2025 GMC Sierra 3500: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2025 GMC Sierra 3500: 1 recall, 17 owner complaints.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #26V129000 · 2026 · 11,807 vehicles
What's wrong: The rear fuel pump May not transfer adequate fuel to the front tank, causing an engine stall.
Why it matters: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: The vehicle's engine control module (ECM) will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (4): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (3): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2).
- Body & structure (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Tires (2): the most common themes are tire tread / blowout (2).
The 2025 GMC Sierra 3500 has 17 owner complaints, ranking #16 of 31 Sierra 3500 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 19). Complaints peaked in 2025 (9 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 0 years old, at a median of 40,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2024 (50 complaints, 3 recalls), 2026 (5 complaints, 2 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2025 GMC Sierra 3500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2025 GMC Sierra 3500. 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 2025 GMC Sierra 3500 problems?
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (4), electrical (3), body & structure (2).
Where can I get a 2025 GMC Sierra 3500 repair manual?
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