The verdict
A mixed-report full-size truck, strong on value and held back by efficiency.
Overall 2.44 (C+) across 10 graded subjects. Its strongest is value & market position at 2.95 (B-), its weakest efficiency & range at 0.13 (F). 8 of 10 subjects grade at C− or better.
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- Efficiency & Range
- Cost of Ownership
- Performance & Powertrain
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10 scored model years · 2017–2026
Subject scores by year
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| Year | Performance | Efficiency | Safety | Space | Cost | Reliability | Tech | Use-case | Driving | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 60 | 33 | 62 | 72 | 44 | 61 | 73 | 71 | 62 | 72 |
| 2025 | 60 | 33 | 62 | 72 | 46 | 63 | 72 | 69 | 62 | 73 |
| 2024 | 60 | 31 | 62 | 72 | 46 | 59 | 74 | 68 | 62 | 74 |
| 2023 | 60 | 31 | 60 | 72 | 45 | 59 | 74 | 68 | 62 | 70 |
| 2022 | 59 | 30 | 68 | 71 | 47 | 60 | 70 | 66 | 61 | 69 |
| 2021 | 58 | 36 | 43 | 70 | 55 | 49 | 56 | 65 | 60 | 63 |
| 2020 | 58 | 37 | 42 | 72 | 55 | 57 | 58 | 63 | 62 | 65 |
| 2019 | 57 | 30 | 37 | 71 | 56 | 53 | 55 | 61 | 61 | 65 |
| 2018 | 54 | 39 | 41 | 71 | 54 | 58 | 43 | 58 | 66 | 64 |
| 2017 | 54 | 39 | 37 | 71 | 61 | 57 | 43 | 58 | 65 | 64 |
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Academic Probation · NHTSA safety recalls
Dec 17, 2025Equipment adaptive/mobility: wheelchair restraints/securement: latch/anchorPlease refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Defect
Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Risk
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
NHTSA campaign 25V876000 ↗86 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Feb 5, 2026Filed by Rollx VansFiled as SIERRA 1500
35 recalls on other model years of the Sierra 1500 (2017–2024, 2026)
Sep 24, 2026Air bags: side/window: curtain: inflatorThe left-side or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500, GMC Sierra 2500/3500 vehicles, and 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 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
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 are expected to be mailed November 9, 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 N262569920. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 24, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V611000 ↗Manufacturer no. N2625699201,559 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500May 21, 2026Air bagsThe left-side or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
Defect
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
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.
NHTSA campaign 26V325000 ↗Manufacturer no. N2625573104,315 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jun 24, 2026Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500May 7, 2026Power train: transfer case (4-wheel drive)A component missing from the drivetrain transfer case may cause the front and/or rear wheels to lock up without warning to the driver.
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with four-wheel (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and certain 2015-2020 Suburban, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Yukon, Yukon XL, and Tahoe vehicles. A component missing from the drivetrain transfer case may cause the front and/or rear wheels to lock up without warning to the driver.
Risk
Front or rear wheel lockup increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transfer case assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262557620. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 7, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V289000 ↗Manufacturer no. N26255762066 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified May 18, 2026Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Mar 19, 2026Air bagsThe left or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
Defect
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
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.
NHTSA campaign 26V166000 ↗Manufacturer no. N2625497102,819 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Apr 16, 2026Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Feb 26, 2026Equipment: other: owners/service/other manualGeneral Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, âOccupant Protection.â
Defect
General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, âOccupant Protection.â
Risk
Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic ownerâs manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V114000 ↗Manufacturer no. N2525404305,861 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Apr 16, 2026Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Feb 12, 2026Power train: automatic transmission: control module: software · Power train: automatic transmission: fluid/lubricant: valves/valve bodyThe transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock up.
Defect
General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, 3500, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles that may have been repaired incorrectly under recall 24V797. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock up.
Risk
Rear wheel lock up increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and update the transmission control software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252516560. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 12, 2026.
NHTSA campaign 26V083000 ↗Manufacturer no. N2525165601,055 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Mar 6, 2026Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Jun 26, 2025Air bagsThe left or right-side roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
Defect
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
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.
NHTSA campaign 25V432000 ↗Manufacturer no. N2525130601,658 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jul 18, 2025Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Apr 24, 2025Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanicalThe connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Risk
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 the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.
NHTSA campaign 25V274000 ↗Manufacturer no. N252494000597,571 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jun 18, 2025Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Feb 6, 2025Structure: body: bumpers: active shutters/grillThe attachments that hold the front grille deflectors in place may fracture, resulting in grille detachment.
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with chrome front grille deflectors. The attachments that hold the front grille deflectors in place may fracture, resulting in grille detachment.
Risk
A detached front grille deflector may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
NHTSA campaign 25V060000 ↗Manufacturer no. N24249012070,768 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Mar 17, 2025Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Oct 24, 2024Power train: automatic transmission: control module: software · Power train: automatic transmission: fluid/lubricant: valves/valve bodyThe transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock-up.
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with diesel engines. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock-up.
Risk
Rear wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, GMC customer service at GMC 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242454440.
NHTSA campaign 24V797000 ↗Manufacturer no. N242454440463,295 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Dec 12, 2024Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Oct 10, 2024Air bags: side/window: curtain: inflatorThe left or right-side roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
Defect
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
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.
NHTSA campaign 24V756000 ↗Manufacturer no. N2424745002,061 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Nov 8, 2024Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Sep 12, 2024Service brakes, hydraulic: brake fluid low warning: lamp · Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: electric: control module: softwareThe electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles. The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk
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. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447990.
NHTSA campaign 24V674000 ↗Manufacturer no. N242447990449,671 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Oct 25, 2024Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Dec 8, 2022Exterior lighting: lighting control module: softwareThe 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."
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. 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."
Risk
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 contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.
NHTSA campaign 22V903000 ↗Manufacturer no. N222386380740,108 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jan 23, 2023Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Jun 30, 2022Exterior lighting: brake lightsGeneral 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, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Defect
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, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk
An inoperative high-mounted brake light can reduce visibility to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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. Owners may contact GM's customer service on 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.. GM's recall number for this recall is N222368110.
NHTSA campaign 22V463000 ↗Manufacturer no. N222368110242 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jan 27, 2023Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Dec 16, 2021Tires: temporary/emergency spare tireThe 17" spare tire provided with the vehicle is not compatible for use with the accessory wheels, which can cause the anti-lock brake system (ABS) to not function properly under certain conditions.
Defect
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2021 GMC Sierra 1500 and Silverado 1500 vehicles equipped with certain accessory road tires and a 17" spare tire. The 17" spare tire provided with the vehicle is not compatible for use with the accessory wheels, which can cause the anti-lock brake system (ABS) to not function properly under certain conditions.
Risk
An ABS system that does not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will provide a new 17" spare tire and wheel assembly that is compatible with the accessory wheels, free of charge. Dealers will also apply a new spare tire information label, and provide owners with an owner's manual insert clarifying which spare tire to use with the accessory road tires and with the 17" original tires. Owner notification letters were mailed February 7, 2022. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212346510.
NHTSA campaign 21V985000 ↗Manufacturer no. N212346510626 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Feb 7, 2022Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Jun 3, 2021Tires · Tires: sidewallThe affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Risk
Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 25, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212336230.
NHTSA campaign 21V423000 ↗Manufacturer no. N212336230896 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jun 25, 2021Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Feb 25, 2021TiresThe affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Risk
Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
NHTSA campaign 21V115000 ↗Manufacturer no. N21232905033,838 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Mar 22, 2021Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Dec 23, 2020Seat belts · Seat belts: critical fastenersIncorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.
Risk
If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8785, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202322230.
NHTSA campaign 20V811000 ↗Manufacturer no. N202322230470 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jan 29, 2021Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Dec 17, 2020Seat belts · Seat belts: critical fastenersThe seat belt brackets may not be secured to the seat frame in the front-row center seating position.
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, 2021 Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe and GMC Yukon XL and 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The seat belt brackets may not be secured to the seat frame in the front-row center seating position.
Risk
If a seat-belt bracket is not secured, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the front-row center seat position, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect left-side and right-side front-row center seat-belt bracket attachments and reassemble it correctly as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 26, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202314670.
NHTSA campaign 20V792000 ↗Manufacturer no. N202314670624,216 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Jan 26, 2021Filed by General Motors, LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Nov 5, 2020TiresThe vehicles may have been manufactured with Continental tires that were overcured.
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5, GMC Acadia and Chevrolet Traverse vehicles and 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The vehicles may have been manufactured with Continental tires that were overcured.
Risk
Overcured tires may experience a carcass break in the sidewall resulting in a sudden air loss or could develop a belt edge separation which could lead to partial or full tread/belt loss. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect vehicles and replace tires that have DOT number and production mold number combinations identified by Continental, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202319030.
NHTSA campaign 20V684000 ↗Manufacturer no. N2023190307,516 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Dec 17, 2020Filed by General Motors LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Oct 22, 2020Power train: driveline: driveshaftOne of the driveshaft joints may not have been properly welded, causing the driveshaft to separate while the vehicle is moving.
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 and 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 trucks. One of the driveshaft joints may not have been properly welded, causing the driveshaft to separate while the vehicle is moving.
Risk
If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N202314870.
NHTSA campaign 20V650000 ↗Manufacturer no. N20231487042 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Dec 10, 2020Filed by General Motors LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Oct 1, 2020Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuumThe output of the mechanical vacuum pump can decrease over time, decreasing the amount of vacuum/power brake assist.
Defect
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
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.
NHTSA campaign 20V603000 ↗Manufacturer no. N20230086014,620 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Nov 11, 2020Filed by General Motors LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Jul 30, 2020Air bags: side/window: curtain: inflatorThe diffuser component of the Roof-Rail Air Bag (RRAB) inflator may not have been properly crimped to the inflator and could separate from the inflator during air bag deployment.
Defect
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5 and XT6, Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500 and Traverse and GMC Acadia and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The diffuser component of the Roof-Rail Air Bag (RRAB) inflator may not have been properly crimped to the inflator and could separate from the inflator during air bag deployment.
Risk
If the diffuser separates from the inflator during deployment, RRAB performance may be degraded, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect RRAB modules, free of charge. The recall began September 3, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N202305380.
NHTSA campaign 20V446000 ↗Manufacturer no. N202305380769 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Sep 3, 2020Filed by General Motors LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Feb 27, 2020Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliperThe bolts used to attach the front and/or rear brake calipers may have not been heat treated and may break under load.
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The bolts used to attach the front and/or rear brake calipers may have not been heat treated and may break under load.
Risk
Broken caliper bolts can reduce brake performance or interfere with wheel rotation and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake caliper bolts, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202294420.
NHTSA campaign 20V116000 ↗Manufacturer no. N20229442020,352 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Mar 23, 2020Filed by General Motors LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Jan 30, 2020Service brakes, hydraulic: power assistThese vehicles received updated software for the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM). This software has an error, and as a result, the vehicle's electronic brake assist may be disabled. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. These vehicles received updated software for the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM). This software has an error, and as a result, the vehicle's electronic brake assist may be disabled. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk
A loss of electronic brake assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began February 24, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192268091.
NHTSA campaign 20V055000 ↗Manufacturer no. N192268091148,055 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Feb 24, 2020Filed by General Motors LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Dec 12, 2019Electronic stability control (esc) · Service brakes · Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: abs warning lightDue to an Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) software error, the vehicle's Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Antilock Brake System (ABS) may become disabled. Furthermore, if this specific error occurs, the vehicle's diagnostics will not illuminate the instrument cluster ESC and ABS malfunction warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Cadillac CT6, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. Due to an Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) software error, the vehicle's Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Antilock Brake System (ABS) may become disabled. Furthermore, if this specific error occurs, the vehicle's diagnostics will not illuminate the instrument cluster ESC and ABS malfunction warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 126, "Electronic Stability Control" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk
If the driver operates the vehicle unaware that ESC and ABS are not functioning, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192268090.
NHTSA campaign 19V889000 ↗Manufacturer no. N192268090463,995 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Feb 4, 2020Filed by General Motors LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Dec 12, 2019Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cablesThe battery positive (B+) cable rings may have been manufactured with excessive glue, potentially causing an intermittent electrical connection between the B+ cable and alternator.
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks. The battery positive (B+) cable rings may have been manufactured with excessive glue, potentially causing an intermittent electrical connection between the B+ cable and alternator.
Risk
An intermittent electrical connection between the B+ battery cable and the alternator could cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash. The intermittent connection could also lead to electrical arcing, which could generate sufficient heat to damage surrounding material, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for the presence of glue or other contamination at the B+ cable attachment to the alternator and clean the connection and reattach the B+ cable connection, as necessary. If arcing has damaged the cable, nut, or alternator, the dealer will replace the damaged components. All services will be performed free of charge. GM issued owners an interim notification on February 4, 2020. GM issued second notice and the recall began March 9, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192273510.
NHTSA campaign 19V888000 ↗Manufacturer no. N192273510350,371 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Mar 9, 2020Filed by General Motors LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Nov 21, 2019Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pumpThe fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system.
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system.
Risk
Over-pressurization can crack the fuel pump and cause leaks, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192283991.
NHTSA campaign 19V837000 ↗Manufacturer no. N192283991502 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Dec 18, 2019Filed by General Motors LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Nov 14, 2019Seat belts: pretensionerWhen the front seat belt pretensioners deploy, hot gas may vent through an opening in the pretensioner bracket, possibly igniting the carpet.
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, and 2020 Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Sierra 2500, and Sierra 3500 vehicles equipped with carpet floor covering. When the front seat belt pretensioners deploy, hot gas may vent through an opening in the pretensioner bracket, possibly igniting the carpet.
Risk
A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will close off the opening in the pretensioner bracket, free of charge. The recall began December 13, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192270600.
NHTSA campaign 19V814000 ↗Manufacturer no. N192270600556,399 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Dec 13, 2019Filed by General Motors LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Oct 24, 2019Electronic stability control (esc) · Service brakes · Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: wheel speed sensor/tone ringIf 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.
Defect
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
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.
NHTSA campaign 19V761000 ↗Manufacturer no. N192261050652,967 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Dec 11, 2019Filed by General Motors LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Sep 6, 2019Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuumThe amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.
Defect
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
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.
NHTSA campaign 19V645000 ↗Manufacturer no. N1922684903,456,719 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Oct 8, 2019Filed by General Motors LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Dec 6, 2018Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator moduleThe passenger-side frontal air bag module may have been damaged during assembly, possibly resulting in the air bag not inflating properly in the event of a crash.
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab and GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab vehicles. The passenger-side frontal air bag module may have been damaged during assembly, possibly resulting in the air bag not inflating properly in the event of a crash.
Risk
In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate properly can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N182198820.
NHTSA campaign 18V868000 ↗Manufacturer no. N182198820154 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Dec 18, 2018Filed by General Motors LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Aug 3, 2017Child seat: tether: connector/clipThe owner's manual for the affected vehicles may be missing instructions on how to use the tether anchorage and child restraint anchorage systems. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks. The owner's manual for the affected vehicles may be missing instructions on how to use the tether anchorage and child restraint anchorage systems. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Risk
If the instructions are missing from the owner's manual, the child seat may be installed incorrectly and not be properly secured, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will provide a corrected insert for the owners manual, free of charge. The recall began on September 25, 2017. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 17307.
NHTSA campaign 17V487000 ↗Manufacturer no. 1730729,647 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Sep 25, 2017Filed by General Motors LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Jul 10, 2017Air bags: frontal · Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive · Seat belts: pretensionerWhile being previously remedied for recall 16V-651, the affected vehicles may not have received the complete software update necessary to remedy the recall condition. Without the update, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Suburban and Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles, and 2015-2017 GMC Sierra HD 2500 and 3500 vehicles. While being previously remedied for recall 16V-651, the affected vehicles may not have received the complete software update necessary to remedy the recall condition. Without the update, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
Risk
A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 17287.
NHTSA campaign 17V437000 ↗Manufacturer no. 1728740,683 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Aug 4, 2017Filed by General Motors LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500Sep 8, 2016Air bags: frontal · Air bags: frontal: sensor/control module-inactive · Seat belts: pretensionerIn the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
Defect
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
Risk
A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 16007.
NHTSA campaign 16V651000 ↗Manufacturer no. 160073,640,162 vehicles potentially affected (all models in the campaign)Owners notified Oct 13, 2016Filed by General Motors LLCFiled as SIERRA 1500
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall database, model years 2017–2026. Recalls are listed by model year as the manufacturer filed them; whether a specific car is affected depends on its VIN — check a VIN at nhtsa.gov ↗. NHTSA model names matched to this page: SIERRA 1500.
Detailed scoring by subject
1Performance & PowertrainOne of the Sierra 1500's weakest categories.2.05C
Volume SLT/Elevation trim ships with the 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 rated 355 hp; range extends from 310 hp (2.7L TurboMax standard on Pro/SLE) through 420 hp (6.2L V8 on AT4/Denali/Denali Ultimate/AT4X), plus the 305-hp 3.0L Duramax I6 diesel available across most trims.
5.3L V8 peaks at 383 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm. Diesel Duramax leads the range at 495 lb-ft and 2.7L TurboMax is 430 lb-ft — meaningful torque options across the lineup for a half-ton.
Instrumented tests of the mechanically identical Silverado 1500 with the 5.3L V8/10-speed put 0–60 mph at 6.5–7.0 s; the 6.2L V8 Denali Ultimate/AT4X runs low-5-second times, and the 3.0L Duramax lands near 8 s but with strong midrange.
5.3L V8 and 6.2L V8 deliver the smooth, low-effort torque expected of a modern GM small-block — no turbo lag, minimal harshness under load; Duramax I6 is uncommonly refined for a diesel. The 2.7L TurboMax has some coarse notes at higher revs but strong low-end. Overall a step above the outgoing generation and competitive with F-150.
GM's 10L80/10L1000 10-speed automatic — shared with F-150 and Ram — shifts crisply and holds gears intelligently under tow/haul mode; occasional hunting between closely-spaced gears at part-throttle cruise is the primary complaint. Duramax diesel is paired to a well-calibrated 10-speed with negligible lag.
Best-in-class-adjacent 13,300 lb conventional tow when properly equipped with the 5.3L V8 and Max Trailering Package, matched by the 3.0L Duramax. AT4X and Denali Ultimate rate lower due to off-road gearing and equipment mass.
Best-case payload of ~2,240 lbs on lighter Pro/SLE 2WD configurations; most retail Elevation/SLT/Denali trims land 1,700–2,000 lbs, and off-road AT4X is lowest at ~1,510 lbs. Competitive but trails F-150 (up to ~2,455) at the peak.
GM's ProGrade Trailering suite is among the most comprehensive on any half-ton: integrated trailer brake controller, tow/haul mode, up to 14 camera views including Transparent Trailer, hitch guidance with hitch-view zoom, jackknife alert, trailer light test, tire pressure/temperature monitoring for trailer tires, and Sierra-exclusive MultiPro tailgate with kick-out step for hitch access. myGMC trailering app tracks maintenance and mileage per trailer profile.
4WD is optional across every trim and standard on AT4, AT4X, Denali Ultimate and select Denali configurations; two-speed transfer case with 4-Auto (Autotrac) available on higher trims, terrain-response modes on AT4/AT4X, and front/rear electronic locking differentials on AT4X. Only a small step below 'standard everywhere' scoring bands because base Pro/SLE remain 2WD by default.
AT4X delivers genuine full-size off-road credibility: Multimatic DSSV spool-valve dampers, front and rear electronic locking differentials, 33-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires, skid plates, and ~11.2 in. ground clearance with revised approach/departure angles. AT4 provides a lighter version (2-inch lift, single-speed transfer case terrain modes). Not quite Raptor-class (no wide-body / long-travel suspension) but competitive with Ram 1500 Rebel and F-150 Tremor tier.
Four distinct powertrains — 2.7L TurboMax I4, 5.3L V8, 6.2L V8, and 3.0L Duramax I6 diesel — cover economy, mainstream torque, top-power, and long-haul-efficiency needs. No hybrid, PHEV, or EV in the Sierra 1500 lineup (Sierra EV is a separate model), which caps the score below F-150 (PowerBoost hybrid) and Ram 1500 (Ramcharger EREV/REV BEV).
2Efficiency & RangeThe Sierra 1500's lowest-graded category.0.13F
EPA combined figure for the mainstream 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 4WD Crew Cab (Elevation/SLT volume trim). Powertrain lineup and EPA ratings are carryover from the 2024 mid-cycle refresh, unchanged for 2025; 3.0L Duramax I6 diesel remains the efficiency standout at 24–26 MPG combined, 2.7L TurboMax splits the difference at 19–20 MPG.
EPA city figure for 5.3L V8 4WD volume trim; Dynamic Fuel Management cylinder deactivation helps but city driving is where the naturally-aspirated V8 gives up the most vs. hybrid rivals (F-150 PowerBoost 22 city 4x4 / 25 city 2WD, Tundra i-Force Max 19 city 4WD).
EPA highway rating for the volume 5.3L V8 4WD trim; the 3.0L Duramax 2WD posts a class-leading 30 MPG highway for a full-size gas/diesel truck, giving the Sierra 1500 a strong highway ceiling if buyers step up to diesel.
Standard 24-gallon fuel tank on volume trims × 17 MPG combined yields ~408 mi. The optional 28-gallon extended-range tank (standard on some trims) meaningfully improves range, and the 3.0L Duramax with the 28-gal tank routinely exceeds 650 mi in real-world use.
EPA estimate for volume 5.3L V8 4WD configuration at 15,000 mi/yr on regular fuel. The Duramax diesel cuts fuel spend substantially, while the 6.2L V8's premium requirement pushes annual cost above the V8 baseline despite similar MPG.
The volume 5.3L V8 and standard 2.7L TurboMax both run on regular 87-octane unleaded, and the 3.0L Duramax runs on widely-available ULSD, so mainstream Elevation/SLT/AT4/Denali buyers avoid a premium-fuel penalty. The 6.2L V8 (standard on Denali Ultimate and AT4X and optional on AT4/Denali) recommends 91-octane premium, and the Duramax adds a modest per-gallon diesel premium plus DEF top-ups. Slightly below the 80+ tier because two of the four available engines carry higher-cost fuel needs, but the mainstream configuration is regular-fuel friendly.
3SafetyMid-pack among this car's ten categories.2.19C
Current-generation Sierra 1500 Crew Cab 4WD (structurally shared with Silverado 1500 and unchanged for 2025) is rated 4 stars overall by NHTSA — 4-star frontal, 5-star side crash, 3-star rollover. Regular/Double Cabs are 4 stars overall as well.
The 2025 Sierra 1500 (identical structure to Silverado 1500) is not a Top Safety Pick. Good in original moderate overlap and roof strength, but Marginal in the updated moderate overlap test due to rear-passenger belt kinematics/injury measures, and Acceptable in the updated side test. Headlight ratings and headlight-standard availability also block the award.
GM ProGrade Safety became standard across the 2024 refresh and continues on every 2025 Sierra 1500 trim (Pro, Elevation, SLE, SLT, AT4, AT4X, Denali, Denali Ultimate): automatic emergency braking, forward collision alert, front pedestrian braking, lane keep assist with lane departure warning, IntelliBeam auto high beams, and following distance indicator. Adaptive cruise, blind-zone alert with lane change alert, rear cross-traffic alert, and HD Surround Vision remain optional on Pro/Elevation (Driver Alert Package) and standard from SLT/AT4 up.
IIHS front crash prevention on the Silverado/Sierra 1500 platform earns Advanced daytime vehicle-to-vehicle results with functional pedestrian detection, but nighttime pedestrian and lower-speed pedestrian scenarios trail best-in-class Ford/Toyota systems. Behavior is competent rather than class-leading.
Blind Zone Alert with Lane Change Alert and Rear Cross Traffic Braking are available but optional on Pro/Elevation (Driver Alert Package) and standard from SLT and above. Advanced Trailering extends blind-spot coverage along an attached trailer's length on properly equipped trucks — a genuine strength, but base trims miss out.
Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning is standard fleet-wide, but true hands-on lane centering is only offered as part of Super Cruise on Denali/Denali Ultimate/AT4X. Base LKA is reactive/oscillatory in reviews — pulls the truck back into lane rather than centering it smoothly.
Full-speed-range adaptive cruise with stop-and-go is standard on SLT and above and available on Pro/Elevation via the Driver Alert Package; it integrates cleanly with Super Cruise on Denali/AT4X. Highway behavior is smooth, but gap tuning and resume are less polished than BlueCruise-equipped F-150s.
Super Cruise — hands-free highway driving with automatic lane changes and trailering support — is available on Sierra 1500 Denali, Denali Ultimate, and AT4X for 2025. GM's system covers 750,000+ miles of mapped divided highway in North America and is one of only two mature hands-free systems available in a full-size truck (alongside Ford BlueCruise on F-150).
LED headlights with IntelliBeam auto high beams are standard on all 2025 Sierra 1500 trims; Denali adds adaptive matrix-LED elements. IIHS ratings on the shared Silverado/Sierra platform have returned Marginal to Acceptable results depending on trim/beam configuration — competent but not class-leading.
Sightlines are typical for a modern full-size truck — tall belt line, deep hood, thick A/B/C pillars, and rear headrests can obscure the interior mirror. HD Surround Vision with up to 14 camera views (standard Denali, optional AT4/SLT) plus transparent-trailer view meaningfully compensate at low speeds; base Pro/Elevation trims rely on a rearview camera only.
Crew Cab (dominant body style) offers ~65 in rear shoulder room with wide-opening rear doors, exposed lower LATCH anchors on outboard positions, and three top tethers. Center position is belt-only; the flat rear floor and generous legroom make rear-facing installs and three-across attempts easier than most rivals.
4Space & ComfortOne of the Sierra 1500's strongest categories.2.89B-
Volume Crew Cab with front bucket seats carries five; the 40/20/40 front bench available on Pro/Elevation and standard on Double Cab lifts capacity to six.
Manufacturer-published front headroom for the 2025 Sierra 1500 Crew Cab; carryover of 4th-gen T1XX package.
Manufacturer-published front legroom for the 2025 Sierra 1500 Crew Cab; unchanged in the 4th generation.
Manufacturer-published second-row headroom for the volume Crew Cab configuration.
Crew Cab second-row legroom sits among the class leaders alongside the Ford F-150 SuperCrew.
Volume Crew Cab pairs with the 5'8" Short Box; the 6'7" Standard Box (Crew Cab option, Double Cab standard) and 8'2" Long Box (Regular Cab) are available.
Cargo box volume of the volume Crew Cab Short Box configuration; longer boxes provide up to 89.1 cu ft on the Regular Cab Long Box.
MultiPro six-function tailgate remains a standout utility feature standard from SLT and above; deep center console (with lockable storage on Denali), generous under-rear-seat bin, and available CarbonPro composite bed on AT4X and Denali Ultimate round out a strong storage package. F-150's Pro Power Onboard and stowable interior work surface still edge it on innovation.
Elevation/SLT front buckets are broadly supportive with standard heated/ventilated fronts on SLT+; Denali steps up to perforated leather with 16-way power and massage (Alpine Umber optional), and Denali Ultimate adds semi-aniline hides and power-folding rear headrests. Crew Cab rear bench is spacious and well-cushioned; Double Cab rear seating is tighter.
On-road ride is composed and well-damped, aided by Adaptive Ride Control (magnetic dampers) standard on AT4X and Denali Ultimate; base leaf-sprung rear axle across the lineup runs firmer than the coil-sprung Ram 1500 and remains busier over broken pavement, particularly unladen.
The 2022+ interior refresh added upgraded sound insulation and standard active noise cancellation; acoustic-laminated front side glass on SLT and above yields a hushed highway cabin comparable to F-150 XLT/Lariat, if a touch behind Ram Limited's plush 1500.
Premium-oriented lineup: heated front seats and heated steering wheel standard from Elevation, heated/ventilated fronts plus dual-zone climate on SLT, heated rear outboard seats and tri-zone climate on Denali, and 16-way massaging front seats plus power-folding rear headrests on Denali Ultimate. Remote start with climate is standard across the range.
5Cost of OwnershipOne of the Sierra 1500's weakest categories.1.08D
2025 is the second year of the 2024 mid-cycle refresh (updated interior with 13.4" touchscreen, larger 12.3" gauge cluster, revised front fascia). Regular Cab was dropped for 2024, so Pro Double Cab 2WD is the entry point. Sierra carries a modest premium over the mechanically-identical Silverado 1500 WT (~$41,795 comparable), positioning it mid-band for full-size half-tons.
Sierra 1500's volume trims skew richer than F-150 XLT or Ram Big Horn because GMC's mix leans heavily on Denali (~25%+ of Sierra sales) alongside SLT/Elevation. A typical 2025 Elevation or SLT Crew Cab 4WD with 5.3L V8, package uptake, and popular options lands in the low-$60Ks — appreciably higher than F-150 XLT SuperCrew (~$53K) and reflective of Sierra's Premium positioning. AT4X and Denali Ultimate stretch the ladder well past $80K.
Sierra 1500 5-year maintenance and repair sits mid-pack for full-size gas trucks — parts are commodity and dealer service is widely available, but the Denali/AT4-heavy mix drives more premium wear items (larger wheels/tires, adaptive dampers on Denali Ultimate, off-road brakes on AT4). Duramax 3.0L diesel variants add scheduled DEF service. Slightly above F-150 due to trim mix; below luxury/HD trucks.
Sierra 1500 holds value slightly better than Silverado 1500 due to Denali halo demand, and roughly on par with F-150. Well behind Toyota Tundra and Tacoma on residuals but above Ram 1500 and typical mainstream trucks. Duramax diesel variants and Denali/AT4X trims retain best; 2025's refreshed interior helps residual against the pre-refresh 2022–2023 cars.
GM standard bumper-to-bumper coverage — the industry floor for full-size trucks, matching Ford, Ram, and Toyota but well behind Hyundai/Kia's 5/60 coverage. GMC's Premium positioning does not translate into any warranty advantage over the mechanically-identical Silverado 1500.
GM standard powertrain coverage — segment floor for full-size trucks, matched by Ford/Ram/Toyota but far behind Nissan Titan's 5/100k and Hyundai's 10/100k. Duramax 3.0L diesel emissions components carry federally-required 8-year/80,000-mile coverage.
GMC includes 1 complimentary first-visit maintenance (oil change/tire rotation/inspection), plus 5-year/60,000-mile OnStar Guardian Safety Suite (crash response, roadside), 3-year/36,000-mile courtesy transportation, and 3-month OnStar Premium + Connected Services trials. Denali trims add elevated concierge perks. Meaningfully behind Toyota's 2-year ToyotaCare on Tundra, but slightly ahead of Ford's zero-maintenance F-150 package.
$60,000 volume-trim price minus its estimated resale value after 5 years (61% retained, or about $36,600) leaves about $23,400 in depreciation. Add the projected $7,200 in 5-year maintenance and repairs, and owning this vehicle for 5 years costs about $30,600 in total.
6Reliability & QualityMid-pack among this car's ten categories.2.25C
2025 is the second year of the 2024 mid-cycle refresh, so first-year software/interior kinks have had a year to shake out — a modest maturity bump versus 2024. Consumer Reports has continued to rate the Sierra/Silverado 1500 at or below average for predicted reliability, with recurring complaints around 5.3L/6.2L V8 lifter failures (DFM/AFM), 10-speed shift quality, and infotainment glitches. J.D. Power VDS lands near the segment average — well behind the F-150.
GMC sits mid-pack in J.D. Power VDS and Consumer Reports brand rankings — better than a few domestic rivals but well behind Toyota/Lexus and Honda. Multi-year brand scores hover near the industry average.
The T1XX Sierra 1500 has accumulated a substantial stack of NHTSA recalls across the 2019+ generation (tailgate latch, brake booster, seat-belt anchor, ABS software, 6.2L crankshaft/connecting-rod campaign in 2024) plus repeated TSBs for 10-speed shift shudder and infotainment. 2025 production benefits from post-fix status on the L87 crankshaft campaign (24V-599 targeted 2021–2024 build), so year-specific recall exposure is meaningfully lower than the immediate prior years, though the overall platform record remains busy.
Sierra's engine lineup is a mixed bag: the 3.0L Duramax I6 diesel has earned a solid durability reputation, but the 5.3L L84 and 6.2L L87 V8s with Dynamic Fuel Management have well-documented lifter/camshaft failures, and the L87 was subject to the 2024 crankshaft/rod recall (2025 build addresses the manufacturing defect). The 10-speed Hydra-Matic has prior shudder TSBs. The 2.7L Turbo HO has improved post-2022 but lacks long-term high-mile data.
GMC leans hard into premium materials to justify the price premium over Silverado — the volume Denali/AT4 trims that dominate the mix (2024 interior refresh with 13.4" screen, 12.3" cluster) use real open-pore wood, brushed aluminum, quilted leather, and high-quality switchgear. Denali Ultimate is genuinely luxury-tier. Base Pro/Elevation trims retain hard plastics but represent a small share of sales.
Fort Wayne and Silao assembly has produced generally consistent panel gaps and trim alignment, and 2025 benefits from a full year of manufacturing maturity on the 2024-refresh interior. The platform still has scattered complaints about interior rattles, tailgate alignment, and infotainment lag, but initial-quality signal for 2025 is modestly better than for the 2024 launch year.
Buick-GMC dealers combined with shared Chevrolet service infrastructure yield near-nationwide coverage, with roughly 1,500 GMC franchises in the US. Service satisfaction is average — not class-leading like Lexus but comfortably above sparse networks like Rivian.
Massive parts commonality with Silverado 1500, Tahoe, Yukon, and Escalade means abundant OEM and aftermarket support, competitive DIY pricing, and quick nationwide fulfillment. Repair costs run mid-tier — cheaper than Ram's higher-labor cabin and cheaper than European rivals but higher than a base F-150 due to Denali-tier trim parts.
7Technology & InfotainmentOne of the Sierra 1500's strongest categories.2.91B-
13.4-inch color touchscreen is standard on the volume Elevation trim and above, carried over from the 2024 mid-cycle refresh; base Pro trim gets a 7-inch display.
Google Built-In interface introduced with the 2024 refresh is generally quick and logical with useful physical shortcut keys retained; 2025 is year two so a few first-year software wrinkles are ironed out, but reviewers still note occasional map-panning lag and some functions buried deeper than the pre-refresh menu structure.
Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto are standard across every trim including the base Pro, matching best-in-class truck practice.
Google Built-In brings Google Assistant natural-language voice control and Google Maps as the native navigation on 13.4-inch-equipped trims — one of the strongest OEM voice/nav stacks in the segment, though the ecosystem is still relatively new versus the more mature Google integration in Polestar/Volvo.
Six-speaker system standard; 7-speaker Bose Premium Series available on Elevation/AT4/SLT and standard on Denali and above — solid but not class-leading for a premium-positioned truck.
12.3-inch reconfigurable full-digital driver display is standard on Elevation and above with multiple layouts and native-nav integration; base Pro retains an analog cluster with a smaller info screen.
GM Ultifi software platform supports whole-vehicle OTA updates and has delivered infotainment/feature refreshes to 2024–2025 Sierra 1500 vehicles, but through 2025 the cadence and scope of meaningful feature drops still trails Tesla, Rivian, and Ford Power-Up.
myGMC app covers remote start, lock/unlock, locate, and vehicle status; core connected features work with a trial then require a paid OnStar Vehicle Access Plan or Connected Services subscription, and no true phone-as-key on this platform.
Multiple USB-C ports front and rear, wireless charging on Elevation and above, and 120V bed/cab outlets available; onboard AC power capability trails F-150 PowerBoost hybrid since the gas/diesel Sierra lacks a large inverter.
Keyless open/start standard on Elevation and above with remote vehicle start and the MultiPro power tailgate available/standard on upper trims; no phone-as-key offered on the volume trim.
Available HD Surround Vision with up to 14 camera views including Transparent Trailer for towing, rear parking sensors standard on upper trims, and front sensors available — one of the strongest parking/trailering camera suites in the full-size truck segment.
Color HUD is limited to Denali Ultimate and AT4X trims and not available on the volume Elevation/SLT configurations most buyers choose.
8Use-Case FitMid-pack among this car's ten categories.2.64C+
Crew Cab (volume body) delivers 43.6 in rear legroom and 40.1 in rear headroom with wide-opening rear doors and a flat rear floor that eases three-across attempts and rear-facing installs. Exposed lower LATCH anchors on outboard positions with three top tethers; the center position is belt-only. The main friction is the tall step-in of 4WD trims (kids need help climbing in) and top tethers routed behind flip-up rear cushions.
GM ProGrade Safety (AEB, forward collision alert, front pedestrian braking, lane keep assist, IntelliBeam) is standard on every 2025 trim, but the safety credentials trail rivals families notice: NHTSA 4-star overall (frontal 4, rollover 3) and IIHS Marginal on the updated moderate-overlap front test with no TSP award. Adaptive cruise and blind-zone alert are optional on the family-priced Pro/Elevation trims (Driver Alert Package) — standard only from SLT and up.
Crew Cab offers stretch-out second-row space (43.6 in legroom), active noise cancellation and acoustic front side glass (SLT+) for a hushed highway cabin, and dual-zone climate on SLT stepping to heated rear outboard seats and tri-zone climate on Denali. Leaf-sprung rear axle keeps ride composed but not plush versus Ram 1500's coil-sprung setup, and no PowerBoost-style onboard inverter for road-trip gear.
GM's 10L80 10-speed automatic and torque-rich 5.3L V8 make in-town progress smooth and low-effort, and Super Cruise handling of stop-and-go highway removes commute strain on Denali/AT4X trims. But the ~231.7-in Crew Short Bed length, tall step-in, and truck-scale forward blind zones make grocery-run and parking-lot duty meaningfully harder than any SUV or midsize truck — that's the ceiling for a full-size half-ton daily driver.
17 MPG combined on the volume 5.3L V8 4WD (EPA 15/20) yields ~$3,100/yr in fuel at 15,000 mi/yr on regular unleaded — expensive per commuting mile and behind Ford F-150 EcoBoost (20 combined) and PowerBoost hybrid (25 combined). Consumables (oil, tires) are mainstream, and the 3.0L Duramax at 24–26 MPG combined dramatically improves the equation for buyers who upgrade, but the volume V8 is not commuter-cheap.
Crew Short Bed measures ~231.7 in with a ~47-ft turning circle — full-size truck proportions that struggle in tight urban lots. HD Surround Vision with up to 14 camera views and rear parking sensors (standard SLT+, available lower) is one of the segment's best low-speed aids and covers the tall belt line and thick A-pillars; base Pro/Elevation buyers get only a rearview camera.
13,300-lb max conventional tow (5.3L V8 or 3.0L Duramax w/ Max Trailering Package) and up to 2,240-lb max payload on Pro/SLE 2WD land near the top of the half-ton class — a small step behind F-150's 13,500/2,440 peaks but well above Ram 1500 (~11,550) and Tundra (~12,000). Bed choices span 5'8"/6'7"/8'2" across cab options, and four powertrains (2.7L TurboMax, 5.3L V8, 6.2L V8, Duramax I6 diesel) match load to job.
Silverado/Sierra 1500 platform is a fleet mainstay with a well-proven 5.3L V8 and 10-speed drivetrain and an equally established 3.0L Duramax I6, and CR reliability trends for the 2024–2025 refresh recovered from the T1XX launch-era wrinkles. Consumer Reports predicted reliability is average for the class, and there have been recent recalls (transmission control module, brake booster on some builds), but nothing that undermines fleet confidence — Sierra tilts more retail-luxury than the Silverado but shares its work bones.
MultiPro six-function tailgate (standard SLT+) is a genuine work advantage — inner gate step, workstation, easy-access surface — and available CarbonPro composite bed on AT4X/Denali Ultimate resists dents/rust. ProGrade Trailering includes an integrated brake controller (standard on most trims), 14 camera views, trailer profiles and TPMS. 120V bed and cab outlets available but capped around 400 W — no PowerBoost-scale onboard inverter for jobsite power. GM's upfit ecosystem is broad but narrower than Ford Pro.
Quiet highway cabin (active noise cancellation standard, acoustic side glass SLT+), supportive seats (16-way with massage on Denali/Denali Ultimate), and Adaptive Ride Control on AT4X/Denali Ultimate deliver strong all-day comfort. Range spans ~408 mi (5.3L V8 4WD, 24-gal tank) to ~476 mi with the optional 28-gal tank and ~672 mi with the 3.0L Duramax + 28-gal tank. Super Cruise (Denali, Denali Ultimate, AT4X) is one of only two mature hands-free highway systems available in a half-ton and materially reduces fatigue on mapped divided highways.
AT4X delivers legitimate full-size off-road credibility: Multimatic DSSV spool-valve dampers, front and rear electronic locking differentials, 33-in Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires, ~11.2-in ground clearance, skid plates, and hill-descent control — Rebel/Tremor-class territory. AT4 provides a lighter package (2-in factory lift, terrain modes) and 4WD is optional across the lineup. 120V outlets and available roof rails support basecamp use; the lack of a PowerBoost-scale inverter caps the score short of Ford's adventure setup.
Three bed lengths (5'8"/6'7"/8'2") ranging from 62.9 to 89.1 cu ft, fold-flat rear seats over a deep under-seat bin (with lockable option on Denali), MultiPro tailgate that eases loading long/awkward items, extensive OE and aftermarket rack/hitch/tonneau ecosystem, and available CarbonPro composite bed for wear resistance. Doesn't quite match F-150's Mobile Office worksurface as a gear-focused innovation, but the utility ceiling is very high.
9Driving ExperienceMid-pack among this car's ten categories.2.21C
Sierra 1500 rides on GM's T1 platform shared with Silverado 1500; the coil-sprung rear (adopted in the 2024 refresh and carried into 2025) is a step up in composure over the leaf-spring predecessor but body-on-frame mass and long wheelbase keep it behind the Ram 1500's air-sprung platform. Volume SLT is secure but unremarkable; Denali's optional Magnetic Ride Control and Denali Ultimate/AT4X Adaptive Air Ride noticeably tighten body control, lifting the model average modestly above the Silverado twin thanks to broader luxury-trim availability.
Electric power steering is stable and light-effort but numb, matching the Silverado 1500 setup with only minor tuning differences by trim. On-center precision is adequate for a full-size truck; feedback is largely absent. 2025 model year brings no steering-system changes.
Four-wheel discs deliver linear, confidence-inspiring pedal feel; instrumented 60–0 mph stops for Sierra/Silverado 1500 Crew Cab typically fall in the 130–140 ft range depending on tire and mass. No hybrid regen calibration to complicate feel; fade resistance is solid for the class.
The volume 5.3L V8 (355 hp) mated to GM's 10-speed automatic delivers refined, well-calibrated response with imperceptible Dynamic Fuel Management transitions; the optional 6.2L V8 (420 hp) adds urgency and the 3.0L Duramax I6 diesel (305 hp / 495 lb-ft) is exceptionally smooth. The 2.7L TurboMax I4 (310 hp / 430 lb-ft) offers strong torque but occasional low-rpm lag. 2025 carries the powertrain lineup over unchanged from 2024.
V8s produce a pleasant muted rumble under load and are quiet at cruise; the Duramax diesel is one of the smoothest oil-burners in the class with minimal cabin intrusion. Denali trims add acoustic laminated glass and extra insulation lifting cabin hush above Silverado; the 2.7L TurboMax I4 is the roughest choice but sees limited volume mix.
GM spec sheet lists 2025 Sierra 1500 Crew Cab Short Box curb-to-curb turning diameter at 46.4 ft, unchanged from 2024 and matching the Silverado 1500 twin. Mid-pack for the full-size truck segment — tighter than F-150 SuperCrew but wider than the Hummer EV's 4-wheel-steer 37 ft.
Post-2024 refresh interior (carried into 2025) brings a standard 12.3-in digital cluster and 13.4-in touchscreen from SLE up, plus optional 15-in head-up display; SLT and up get 10-way power seats with lumbar, and Denali/Denali Ultimate offer massage and 16-way front seats. Commanding tall H-point with excellent forward sightlines; physical HVAC knobs retained. Multi-Pro tailgate aids cargo ergonomics. Pro trim keeps the older 7-in center screen and pre-refresh cockpit, dragging the base slightly.
Volume SLT/SLE trims are capable and comfortable workhorses without much enthusiast appeal; the 6.2L V8 and AT4X off-road package inject genuine character (Multimatic DSSV dampers, front/rear e-lockers, upgraded 2025 skid plates), and Denali Ultimate's rear-axle steering adds novelty. Model-average lands modestly below F-150 (58), reflecting a narrower enthusiast lineup than F-150 Raptor.
10Value & Market PositionThe Sierra 1500's best-graded category.2.95B-
The 2024 mid-cycle refresh carried into 2025 makes even mid-trims well-equipped: SLE and up get the 13.4-inch Google built-in touchscreen, 12.3-inch digital cluster, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, GMC Pro Safety Plus (AEB, lane keep, blind-spot, adaptive cruise on most trims), LED lighting and heated cloth/leatherette seats. Notably better tech content than a Ram Big Horn or F-150 XLT at similar money, though the base Pro remains a fleet-focused stripper.
You pay a clear GMC premium in 2025: SLT opens near $53K and Denali Ultimate approaches $84K, running roughly 5–10% above equivalent Silverados that share the same platform, engines and hardware. Denali Ultimate's open-pore wood/full-leather interior genuinely justifies the ask against Ram Limited, but mid-range trims offer weaker bang-for-buck than a comparably equipped F-150 XLT or Silverado LT.
Very broad 2025 lineup: eight trims (Pro, SLE, Elevation, SLT, AT4, AT4X, Denali, Denali Ultimate), three cab styles (Regular on Pro only, Double, Crew), three bed lengths (5.8, 6.6, 8.0 ft), four powertrains (2.7L TurboMax I4, 5.3L V8, 6.2L V8, 3.0L Duramax I6 diesel) and 2WD/4WD. Only the F-150 matches this configurability in the segment, and the Duramax diesel plus AT4X off-road spec remain meaningful differentiators.
Sierra 1500 remained a top-three full-size truck by US volume in 2025 CY — roughly 275K–290K units, trailing F-Series (~730K) and Silverado 1500 (~500K) but well ahead of Ram 1500, Tundra and Titan. Sales have been steady since the 2019 redesign and 2024 refresh, with Denali/Denali Ultimate carrying an outsized share of transactions.
GMC's "Professional Grade" positioning and the Denali sub-brand carry genuine cachet in the full-size truck market, with above-average loyalty and consistently stronger resale than the mechanically identical Silverado. Denali Ultimate is the aspirational nameplate that pulls buyers up from Chevy and cross-shops against Ram Limited Longhorn and F-150 Platinum/Limited.
GM ran aggressive Sierra 1500 incentives through the 2025 model year — cash allowances of $2,500–$6,000, subvented GM Financial APR/lease programs, competitive-conquest bonuses and healthy dealer stock. Buyers routinely transacted $3–6K below MSRP on mainstream trims outside of AT4X and Denali Ultimate, and end-of-cycle discounting on 2025 leftovers accelerated as the 2026s arrived. Incentives lag Silverado slightly (GMC protects margin) but remain meaningful.
T1XX-platform Sierra 1500 launched for MY2019, received a major 2022 Denali/Denali Ultimate interior overhaul, and the 2024 mid-cycle refresh (standard 13.4-inch screen, revised front fascias, expanded Super Cruise availability) that carried into MY2025 essentially unchanged. In 2025 the truck sits one year post-refresh — current tech and styling, with a next-gen replacement not expected until ~2028.
Reviewers consistently praise the Denali Ultimate's segment-leading interior (Car and Driver and MotorTrend called it the best cabin in a mainstream pickup for 2025), the Duramax diesel, and Super Cruise hands-free driving. Sierra rarely wins all-around full-size shootouts (F-150 typically takes them, Ram wins ride/luxury) but frequently makes podium finishes and top-recommended lists. No NACTOY or MotorTrend Truck of the Year wins for the current generation.