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2023 GMC Sierra Reliability & Recall Report

Based on 4 NHTSA recalls and 553 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required. The counts include both the light-duty (1500) and the heavy-duty (2500/3500) pickups, which NHTSA lists under the same model name.

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44/100

High Reported Activity — 2023 GMC Sierra

The 2023 GMC Sierra shows high recall and complaint activity in NHTSA data. Review the issues below and have a thorough pre-purchase inspection done by an independent mechanic.

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4
NHTSA Recalls
4 recalls on record
553
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
11
Crash Reports
2 fire reports
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NHTSA Recalls — 2023 GMC Sierra (4)

All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized GMC dealer at no charge to the owner.

🔧 Latches/Locks/Linkages: Tailgate: Latch
An unlatched tailgate may open while driving and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised to check that the tailgate is closed and latched before driving. Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed…
NHTSA #24V060000
🔧 Exterior Lighting: Lighting Control Module: Software
DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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. Owners may…
NHTSA #22V903000
🔧 Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Brake Fluid Low Warning: Lamp
Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024….
NHTSA #24V674000
🔧 Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine: Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical
Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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…
NHTSA #25V274000
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Most Common Problems — 2023 GMC Sierra

Based on 553 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.

Engine
155
Power Train
123
Structure
84
Electrical System
56
Unknown Or Other
38
Engine And Engine Cooling
22
Steering
14
Service Brakes
11
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GMC Sierra — Complaints by Year

A spike means more owner complaints were filed for that model year. The 2023 model year is highlighted.

2017 481 complaints 2018 371 complaints 2019 726 complaints 2020 614 complaints 2021 663 complaints 2022 672 complaints 2023 553 complaints 2024 533 complaints 2025 157 complaints 2026 96 complaints

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✅ Best model years: 2025, 2026 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.

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Frequently Asked Questions — 2023 GMC Sierra

Is the 2023 GMC Sierra reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2023 GMC Sierra has 4 recall campaigns and 553 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated recall or complaint activity — review the details and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2023 GMC Sierra have?
The 2023 GMC Sierra has 4 NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include: see recall details above. All recalls are repaired free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 GMC Sierra?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2023 GMC Sierra are: Engine, Power Train, Structure, Electrical System. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2023 GMC Sierra safe to buy?
The 2023 GMC Sierra has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 4 recalls are completed at a dealer. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year GMC Sierra should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the GMC Sierra are: 2025, 2026. These show the lowest complaint rates.
How we score this: The score starts at 100 and subtracts points for the number of NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints filed for this model year, and for complaints that report crashes or fires. Newer model years get a small bonus because they have had less time to collect reports. These are raw counts and are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, so popular models tend to have more recalls and complaints. Complaints are unverified owner reports. This grade is not a prediction about any individual vehicle and is not an inspection: check a specific car’s VIN for open recalls and get an independent pre-purchase inspection.
Data source: All recall and complaint data is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public API. Data is cached and refreshed every 7 days. Recall and complaint counts reflect data available at the time of last cache update. For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit NHTSA.gov/recalls.