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US recalls (12)
Air bags
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, and Sierra 3500 vehicles. The left-side or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A detached end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape and project the end cap or fragments of the inflator into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 24, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262557310. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 21, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 26V166.
Air bags
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, and Sierra 3500 Crew Cab vehicles. The left or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A detached end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape and project the end cap or fragments of the inflator into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right-side RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262549710. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 19, 2026.
Air bags
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2018 GMC Sierra 1500, 2019 Sierra 2500, 3500, Chevrolet Silverado 3500, and Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab vehicles. The left or right-side roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A detached end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape and project the end cap or fragments of the inflator into the vehicle, increases the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right side RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2025. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252513060.
Air bags: side/window, curtain
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2018-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra 2500, 3500 Crew Cab trucks. The left or right-side roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
Risk and remedy
Risk: 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. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC Customer Service at 888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N242474500.
Fuel system, diesel: storage, tank assembly
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra 2500, 3500 vehicles equipped with a dual fuel tank option. The rear fuel tank may collapse and prevent the fuel pump from transferring fuel to the front tank, resulting in an engine stall.
Risk and remedy
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and fuel pump module, replacing them as necessary. Dealers will also add a vent hose to the rear tank assembly. Repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim owner notification letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on March 15, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed June 21, 2023. 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 is N222368030.
Equipment: electrical, engine block heater
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500 and 2017-2019 GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with a Duramax diesel 6.6 liter engine and an optional engine-block heater cord. An electrical short-circuit may occur in the engine-block heater cable or in the terminals that connect the heater cable to the block heater.
Risk and remedy
Risk: An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace engine block heaters and heater cords. Vehicles that have this feature disabled as a remedy to the safety condition will be contacted and offered replacement block heaters and heater cords under a separate customer satisfaction program, free of charge. GM will provide free replacement block heaters and cords under a separate customer satisfaction campaign. For vehicles previously included in recall 19V-328, the heater cord will be replaced and rerouted, free of charge. Interim owner notifications were mailed on August 13, 2021. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on April 4, 2022. Customers may call GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 212329840.
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500 and Yukon vehicles equipped with either a 5.3L or 6.2L V8 engine. The output of the mechanical vacuum pump can decrease over time, decreasing the amount of vacuum/power brake assist.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A decrease in brake assist can increase the brake pedal effort and distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438. GM's number for this recall is N202300860.
Service brakes
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Unintended activation of the driveline-protection system will cause unintended braking on the wheel on the opposite side of the failed sensor, causing the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192261050.
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, vacuum
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade, 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles. The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.
Risk and remedy
Risk: As the vacuum level drops, the brake assist decreases, increasing braking effort, extending the distance required to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began October 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192268490.
Engine
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 4500, 5500 and 6500 vehicles and 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 vehicles and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with Duramax 6.6 liter diesel engines and an optional engine-block heater. The engine block heater cord or the terminals that connect the heater cord to the block heater may short circuit and fail.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A short-circuit may damage the engine components and increase the risk of fire.
Remedy: GM will contact owners, dealers will replace the engine block heater, free of charge. Additionally, in Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 vehicles, dealers will install a new rerouted heater cord. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-586-596-1733. GM's number for this recall is N182206310.
Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 GMC Sierra 3500 and Chevrolet Silverado 3500 trucks equipped with gasoline engines and dual fuel tanks. The fuel-level sensor in the front tank may stick in a low-level position, allowing the rear tank to overfill the front tank.
Risk and remedy
Risk: If the front tank overfills, the excess pressure may cause the front tank to expand and contact the driveshaft, possibly resulting in a hole in the tank. The hole will leak fuel, which in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: GM has notified owners, and dealers will replace the rear-tank fuel-pump module, inspect the front tank and, if necessary, replace the front tank, free of charge. The recall began July 30, 2019. GM's number for this recall is N182204190.
Seat belts: front, retractor
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 trucks. The front seat belt retractor assemblies were built with the incorrect torsion bar. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Risk and remedy
Risk: The seat belt retractors may not perform as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front seat belt retractor assemblies, free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's numbers for this recall are 17368, 17375, and 17376.
Canadian recalls (15)
Show 15 Canadian recalls
Airbag
2026-05-21 · campaign 2026-245 · 357 vehicles
Issue:
On certain trucks, the side curtain airbag inflators could be defective. As a result, the driver and/or passenger side curtain airbag inflator(s) could deploy without a crash. If this happens, parts could be propelled toward vehicle occupants.
Note: This recall is an expansion of Transport Canada recall no. 2026-129.
Safety Risk:
An airbag inflator that ruptures can create a risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
General Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to replace both side curtain airbag modules.
Airbag
2026-03-19 · campaign 2026-129 · 222 vehicles
Issue:
On certain trucks, the side curtain airbag inflators could be defective. As a result, the driver and/or passenger side curtain airbag inflator(s) could deploy without a crash. If this happens, parts could be propelled toward vehicle occupants.
Safety Risk:
An airbag inflator that ruptures can create a risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
General Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to replace both side curtain airbag modules.
Airbag
2025-06-25 · campaign 2025-352 · 169 vehicles
Issue:
On certain trucks, the side curtain airbag inflators could be defective. As a result, the driver and/or passenger side curtain airbag inflator(s) could deploy without a crash. If this happens, parts could be propelled toward vehicle occupants.
Safety Risk:
An airbag inflator that ruptures can create a risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
General Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to replace both side curtain airbag modules.
Airbag
2024-10-10 · campaign 2024-595 · 240 vehicles
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the side curtain airbag inflators could be defective. As a result, the driver and/or passenger side curtain airbag inflator(s) could deploy without a crash. If this happens, parts could be propelled toward vehicle occupants.
Safety Risk:
An airbag inflator that ruptures can create a risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
General Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace both side curtain airbag modules.
Electrical
2024-05-24 · campaign 2024-294
Issue:
On certain trucks, the repairs completed by a General Motors dealer during recall N192220470 (Transport Canada recall no. 2019-325) or customer satisfaction program no. N192270330 may not have been completed properly. As a result, a second repair is required. Additionally, certain trucks may not have had the updated parts installed during production.
On certain trucks equipped with a power sliding rear window, the rear defroster wiring could overheat and melt.
Safety Risk:
Wiring that overheats and melts can create the risk of a fire.
Corrective Actions:
General Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to replace the contact cover for the sliding rear window. The dealer will also update the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) software, if necessary. If the rear window or sliding glass assembly are damaged, they will be replaced.
Fuel system
2023-02-02 · campaign 2023-040 · 570 vehicles
Issue:
On certain trucks equipped with a diesel engine and dual fuel tanks, the rear fuel pump may not transfer enough fuel to the front tank. If this happens, you may notice an engine hesitation and the check engine light may turn on. The engine could also stall suddenly while driving, and you may not be able to restart it.
Safety Risk:
A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a dealership to inspect the rear fuel tank and fuel pump module, and replace them if necessary. The dealer will also add a fuel tank vent hose.
Electrical
2021-07-01 · campaign 2021-407
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a small coolant leak could cause the engine block-heater cable to short circuit while plugged in.
Note: This recall only affects trucks equipped with a 6.6 L diesel engine and an optional block-heater power cable. This recall replaces Transport Canada Recall # 2019-204. All vehicles repaired under that recall require a second repair.
Safety Risk:
A short circuit could cause damage to engine components and create the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
General Motors will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development. Do not use your engine-block heater until the repairs are performed.
Brakes
2020-10-01 · campaign 2020-459
Issue:
On certain vehicles, there could be a reduction in power brake assist due to a decrease in output from the vacuum pump. This could cause a hard brake pedal and create an increase in brake pedal effort that is required to stop the vehicle.
Note: This is an expansion of Transport Canada Recall 2019-324.
Safety Risk:
A sudden increase in brake pedal force could lead to an increase in stopping distance. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to reprogram the electronic brake control module.
Brakes
2019-10-24 · campaign 2019-533
Issue:
On certain vehicles, there may be an error in the electronic-brake control module software. This could cause the driveline-protection system to activate when a wheel-speed sensor fails. If this happens, the brakes could apply and cause the vehicle to pull to one side.
Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with four-wheel drive, a 5.3-L engine, and a 3.08 ratio rear axle. The problem can only occur when the vehicle is in four-wheel drive or automatic mode, and travelling at a speed between 66 and 97 km/h (41 and 60 mph). A wheel-speed sensor failure will cause the electronic stability control (ESC) and anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning lights to turn on, and a "Service StabiliTrak" message to display.
Safety Risk:
A vehicle that suddenly pulls to one side could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to update the electronic-brake control module software. General Motors advises that using two-wheel-drive mode can eliminate the risk until the recall repair is completed.
Other
2019-08-21 · campaign 2019-420
Issue:
This recall is for aftermarket replacement rear window glass produced by Vitro Automotriz. Certain rear window glass may not have been properly tempered. If the window breaks, the glass may separate into large pieces instead of very small ones.
Note: This is a voluntary recall that is not being conducted under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Safety Risk:
Glass that breaks in to large pieces could create a risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify consumers by mail and instruct them to inspect the designation code marked on the rear window glass. Products affected by this recall have the designation “DOT 287” along with the lettering “VMR” (Replacement Market) and a date code that is before July 2019. This information is printed on the bottom corner of the glass. Consumers should contact Vitro's customer service at 1-412-995-6457 or argbacklites@vitro.com to arrange for replacement of the glass.
Brakes
2019-06-28 · campaign 2019-324
Issue:
On certain vehicles, there could be a reduction in power brake assist due to a decrease in output from the vacuum pump. This could cause a hard brake pedal and an increase in brake pedal effort to stop the vehicle.
Safety Risk:
A sudden increase in brake pedal force could lead to an increase in stopping distance. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to reprogram the electronic brake control module.
Electrical
2019-06-28 · campaign 2019-325
Issue:
On certain trucks equipped with a power sliding rear window, the rear defroster circuit could overheat. This could cause melting, smoke or, in rare instances, a fire.
Safety Risk:
A fire could create a risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealer to replace the covers for the buss bar and contacts for the rear sliding window. If the rear window or sliding glass assembly are damaged due to a problem with the rear defroster, they will also be replaced.
Electrical
2019-04-26 · campaign 2019-204
Issue:
A problem with the engine-block heater cable or the terminals that connect the heater cable to the block heater could cause a short circuit.
Note: This problem only affects trucks equipped with a Duramax diesel 6.6 litre engine and the optional engine-block heater cable.
Safety Risk:
A short circuit could cause damage to engine components and create the risk of a fire.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to either replace the engine-block heater or replace both the engine-block heater and cord, depending on the model. Do not use your engine-block heater until the repairs are performed.
Fuel system
2019-02-08 · campaign 2019-055 · 495 vehicles
Issue:
On certain 3500 series trucks, the level sensor in the front fuel tank may malfunction. In rare cases, the front fuel tank may over-fill and expand, causing it to contact the driveshaft. Operators may hear a grinding or knocking noise if this happens. This could create a hole in the tank and cause a fuel leak. Note: This problem only affects cab and chassis models equipped with a gasoline engine and dual fuel tanks.
Safety Risk:
Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, creates the risk of a fire.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to have the rear-tank fuel-pump module replaced. Dealers will also inspect the front tank and replace if necessary.
Seats and restraints
2017-09-15 · campaign 2017-445 · 320 vehicles
Certain double-cab pickup trucks equipped with a manual passenger side frontal airbag “ON/OFF” switch may not comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) 209 – Seat Belt Assemblies. The front passenger seat belt retractor assembly may not be equipped with the correct torsion bar. If the front passenger airbag is manually turned off and inadvertently left off with an adult in the front passenger seat, this condition could increase the risk of injury to the front passenger in the event of a crash. Correction: For unsold vehicles, dealers will replace both the driver and passenger retractors, and for sold vehicles, dealers will replace the passenger retractor.
Owner complaints (371)
Owners filed 371 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 GMC Sierra (10 crashes, 3 fires, 6 injuries reported).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Power train | 137 | |
| Engine | 81 | |
| Electrical system | 52 | |
| Service brakes | 50 | |
| Steering | 36 | |
| Unknown or other | 31 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 15 | |
| Suspension | 12 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2018 GMC Sierra.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/RC 4WD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/RC RWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/CC 4WD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/CC RWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Hybrid PU/CC RWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/EC 4WD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/EC RWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 2500 PU/RC 4WD | 4★ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 2500 PU/RC RWD | 4★ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 2500 PU/CC 4WD | 4★ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 2500 PU/CC RWD | 4★ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 2500 PU/EC 4WD | 4★ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 2500 PU/EC RWD | 4★ | 4★ | 5★ | 3★ |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 3500 PU/RC RWD | – | – | – | – |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 3500 PU/RC 4WD | – | – | – | – |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 3500 PU/CC RWD | – | – | – | – |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 3500 PU/CC 4WD | – | – | – | – |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 3500 PU/EC 4WD | – | – | – | – |
| 2018 GMC Sierra 3500 PU/EC RWD | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2018 GMC Sierra version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Sierra 15 Hybrid 2WD 5.3 L Automatic 8-spd | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Sierra 15 Hybrid 4WD 5.3 L Automatic 8-spd | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Sierra C15 2WD 4.3 L Automatic 6-spd | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Sierra C15 2WD 5.3 L Automatic 8-spd | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Sierra C15 2WD 5.3 L Automatic 6-spd | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Sierra C15 2WD 5.3 L Automatic 6-spd | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Sierra C15 2WD 6.2 L Automatic 8-spd | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,850 |
| Sierra C15 Cab Chassis 2WD 5.3 L Automatic 6-spd | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Sierra K15 4WD 4.3 L Automatic 6-spd | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Sierra K15 4WD 5.3 L Automatic 8-spd | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Sierra K15 4WD 5.3 L Automatic 6-spd | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Sierra K15 4WD 5.3 L Automatic 6-spd | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
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