2022 GMC Sierra 1500
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Engine is the leading concern among 588 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 4th highest complaint count among 26 Sierra 1500 model years with reports.
Of the 2022 reports, 10 involved a crash and 5 involved a fire. 3 people were injured.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Power train, automatic transmission, control module, softwareFeb 12, 2026
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.
Rear wheel lock up increases the risk of a crash.
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.
Campaign 26V083000 on NHTSA.gov
Engine and engine cooling, engine, hard parts internal/mechanicalApr 24, 2025
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.
Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
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.
Campaign 25V274000 on NHTSA.gov
Structure, body, bumpers, active shutters/grillFeb 6, 2025
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.
A detached front grille deflector may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Campaign 25V060000 on NHTSA.gov
Power train, automatic transmission, control module, softwareOct 24, 2024
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.
Rear wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
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.
Campaign 24V797000 on NHTSA.gov
Exterior lighting, lighting control module, softwareDec 8, 2022
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."
DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Campaign 22V903000 on NHTSA.gov
Exterior lighting, brake lightsJun 30, 2022
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."
An inoperative high-mounted brake light can reduce visibility to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.
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.
Campaign 22V463000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints
588 reports, newest first.
Structure, Dec 3, 2024
Top Grill piece attached to hood blew off in the wind.
Electrical system, Other or unspecified, Dec 3, 2024
Infotainment system volume shot up full blast on its own with no operator control or influence. The volume of music was so high that it was hard to concentrate on driving while trying to reduce the volume and could not. Had to pull over on the side of the road and shut off vehicle to get the volume to go down. This could be a potential safety risk when driving at higher speeds causing the driver to not concentrate on the road and other surrounding vehicles. I reported issue to dealership and have not had it looked at yet as it has only happened one time. The volume indicator flashed on the screen and showed the volume indicator bar going up to full blast. No other indicators or warning were present at the time.
Other or unspecified, Nov 27, 2024
The tailgate is randomly opening during driving. I had some equipment fall out on a busy four lane road, I only knew because I had my window down and heard some clanging. I looked out my rear mirror to see tools going all over the road. I had to go back and close a lane with the truck and clean up everything in traffic before a crash was caused. It happened recently again, but luckily, my camper shell kept the gate up this time even though it was unlatched. I thought maybe the key fob, which has a button to open the tailgate, was being pressed. However, I just tested it in the parking lot, and the key fob does not work when moving (as it shouldn’t). No codes are being shown on the dashboard. The tailgate is actuated electronically by the computer, and there is no mechanical link or handle to open it.
Structure, Nov 27, 2024
Upper grille trim piece flew off.
Structure, Nov 27, 2024
As I was driving down the highway, the top piece of the grill flew off, went airborne, and almost struck the vehicle behind me. When I got home, I looked to see what caused this to happen. The piece was secured by flimsy plastic clips which had broken off. This is a complete manufacturing defect which is on GMC Sierra 1500s years 2022 to present and needs to be recalled. It's happening to a huge number of people based on the reports on Facebook groups.
Engine, Nov 25, 2024
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that her son had called while pulled over to inform her that the vehicle was driving rough with the check engine and several other unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine had failed and needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the dealer had since closed, and the vehicle was then towed to Marty's GMC (5 Kingston Collection Way, Kingston, MA 02364); who confirmed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not yet been repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and opened a case. The failure mileage was 78,000.
Other or unspecified, Nov 21, 2024
The trim piece above the grill and below where the hood sits when closed failed/cracked at all attachment points (8 clips and 2 screws). This happened at highway speeds. The trim piece which is approximately 4-5 ft long and 3-4 in wide flew above the hood, struck the windshield and then flew behind the vehicle and may have struck another vehicle or motorcycle rider. This is a dangerous situation that could have injured or killed a motercycle rider if it had struck them. Apparently, based upon postings in forums and speaking with repair shops and the dealership this has happened a lot with this particular piece.
Power train, Nov 15, 2024
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly shifted into a higher or a lower gear, the contact stated that when this occurs the vehicle will aggressively jerk into either the higher or lower gear, and the vehicle experiences reduced acceleration to approximately 30 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed. The contact was informed that there was a leak in a backflow valve that was responsible for the failure experienced. The contact stated that the failure had occurred five times was provided different causes for the failure, even though the contact stated that the failure was the same failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000.
Other or unspecified, Nov 14, 2024
The volume of my stereo went to 100% max volume, the only way to turn it down was to continue to turn the dial as it continued to go up in volume. Once I was able to get out of traffic and pull over I turned off my vehicle and opened my door to turn it off but when I restarted it happened again. I tried restarting again and waiting longer between and it went back to normal volume control. This has happened twice since, my hands aren’t on any controls when it happens.
Structure, Nov 14, 2024
I was driving on the highway at approximately 65mph and the upper top moulding suddenly broke off, flew across my truck hitting my windshield, before landing in traffic. I had not had any previous damage to my truck prior to this incident. I am concerned this is a widespread issue that is creating an undue burden on the owners and potentially create unsafe conditions to nearby vehicles/pedestrians. I took my truck to the dealership as I have a warranty, but they refused to cover the cost of replacement.
Other or unspecified, Nov 9, 2024
The stereo turned all the way up and the sound buttons on the steering wheel plus the manual volume button were not responsive and it would not turn off. I turned the truck off and it still was on for 15 minutes. I turned it from Sirius XM to FM and then the volume worked but it hurt my ears and should never happen again.
Power train, Nov 8, 2024
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while attempting to park the vehicle inside a parking lot, the contact attempted to shift to park(P); however, the shifter handle fractured, and the vehicle remained in drive(D). The contact restarted the vehicle and the message that the "Vehicle in Gear" message was displayed. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was advised that the shifter cable had seized the transmission and the gear shifter handle needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 35,000.
Structure, Nov 8, 2024
I was driving down the highway at approximately 60 mph, and the upper front trim from above the grill flew off, struck, and cracked my windshield. Based on my research, this is a very common problem and a serious safety concern for drivers of 2022-2024 GMC Sierras. It is also a safety issue to the general public for anyone traveling or walking near this vehicle when this condition occurs. There was also an article published on gmauthority website about this common issue as well as multiple Reddit posts and GM Forums.
Electrical system, Nov 1, 2024
The tailgate unlatches without being activated.
Engine, Nov 1, 2024
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the engine was making an abnormally loud knocking sound. The contact stated that the engine would run quietly and then begin making the knocking sound intermittently. The knocking sound had increased in loudness over time. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who identified the failure as normal. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 25,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Structure, Other or unspecified, Oct 31, 2024
The upper molding the the grille broke off while driving at high speed and likely caused issues for following cars. After researching the issue, this is a common problem with owners of this model. It is $1,500 to get replaced.
Structure, Oct 30, 2024
As I was driving down the road the front upper lip of my grill blew off and hit my windshield and then flew into car behind me. Looked online and this is a very common theme with GMC built in 2021 & 2022.
Suspension, Oct 29, 2024, crash
vehicle has approximately 45k miles, We were 2.5 hours away from home on a paved highway driving 55mph and the front passenger side ball joint failed and upper control arm separated also Instantly no brakes causing an accident . This is very dangerous and is going to kill people , we are lucky we didn't roll . I'm now afraid this will happen to the other side? chevy will not take the responsibility to fix it , our extended warranty only covered the upper control arm and not any of the other parts that had damage due to the ball joint . it was a 2.5 hour tow as well . Also the tow truck driver said within a week this was the 4th Chevy truck with the same issue 2 of them Rolled . Side note , As I looked into this I haver found other of this same model vehicle to have the same problem , one that it happened at around 40k miles he fixed it then it happened again on the other side at around 50k miles on the same vehicle . There needs to be a recall , Chevy has other models that have had this recall but no recall for my vehicle? links to related proof there is a big problem [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Latches/locks/linkages, Oct 28, 2024
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the tailgate independently opened. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer to schedule an appointment however, the vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 20,500.
Structure, Oct 22, 2024
Grille trim piece came detached while driving on freeway damaging hood. Could have flown off and hit another vehicle. Took truck to dealership and it was replaced under warranty. Seems to be a known defect, lots of other people with same issue on Reddit.
Other or unspecified, Oct 18, 2024
The top part of the grill flew off while driving down the freeway and almost hit another car. Look at forums this is a very common issue and GMC needs to recall it.
Structure, Oct 18, 2024
On October 10 about 9am driving out of town on vacation for not reason at all my 2022 Sierra 1500 front upper lip of my grille broke off on freeway and we could not find it.
Structure, Oct 16, 2024
Driving down the road at 60 mph, the front upper grill piece just came off, flew up into the windshield and then over the cab of the truck and landed in the street. This is a known defect on these trucks and has happened in 100's of cases. When it happens it makes you react as if you had hit something with the truck, if there had been anyone behind me it could have also caused damage or made them react badly to something flying thru the air. When it happened to me I was prepared for it since I had read online of it happening to so many people. The cause is that its build with really flimsy, very thin tabs that just cant hold up to the wind speed and use needed for being mounted in the front of the vehicle.
Electrical system, Oct 15, 2024
Rear tailgate would randomly fall down without any key fob buttons being hit. Did some Google searches and it sounds like it is VERY common. There is a faulty tailgate switch that will randomly drop the tailgate which could cause damage if you have a bike rack on or things could fall out of the truck bed while driving if it isn't noticed that the tail gate has dropped
Structure, Oct 15, 2024
Front upper grill trim piece flew off truck causing a safety hazard for myself and others behind me. Flimsy tabs had broken and wind ripped the trim off.