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.
Engine, Feb 8, 2026
54k miles. Crankshaft failure. Truck shut off and put in neutral while driving with no codes on dash. Got a text saying to service engine and transmission immediately. On a side note, it is bullshit that you can't put the truck in neutral to get it off the road. The dealership is also doing a great job covering it and offering a loaner.
Power train, Electrical system, Engine, Feb 6, 2026
To start off my truck has been to the dealership multiple time for the camera. After third time in the shop they fixed that issue. Then the infotainment started acting up after about 4 times in the shop it was fixed. They gave me the prescribed fix for the engine recall in november. Engine passed the test. Then 3 weeks ago the engine siezed up from the crank and bearings on the interstate doing 70 pulling a trailer in traffic. Leaveing me and my dad in the middle of the interstate. I had to have it towed 2 hours to my house. After the prescribed engine fix. They replaced the motor in 3 days. Great right? No they did not test drive long enough. Or they would have felt the shudder that developed after the new engine went in. It is now about to go back to the shop. Because of the shudder at low rpm and im haveing electrical issues again as well . My remote start also stopped working after the engine replacement.
Power train, Feb 4, 2026
1) Component/System & Availability for Inspection Transmission control system. When shifting into reverse, the CHECK ENGINE lamp flashed and a “Transmission Service” warning appeared. Dealer retrieved DTC P07B4 and documented: “DIAGNOSIS OF ENGINE/CHECK ENGINE LAMP - CUSTOMER STATES WHEN SHIFTING IN REVERSE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON FLASHING AND WARNING MESSAGE ON FOR TRANSMISSION SERVICE. CHECK AND ADVISE. NOTE: CUSTOMER DOES NOT FEEL ANY ISSUE WHEN DRIVING. SAVI CODE P07B4.” The component remains installed and is available for inspection upon request. 2) Safety Risk A transmission control malfunction can lead to unpredictable shifting or loss of propulsion, posing risk during reversing, crossing traffic, or merging. 3) Reproduced/Confirmed by Dealer? Yes. Dealer confirmed the condition and stored code P07B4 consistent with my report. 4) Inspected by Others? Inspected by an authorized GM dealer. No inspections by police/insurance/others. 5) Warning Lamps/Messages & Onset Yes. The CHECK ENGINE lamp began flashing immediately when shifting into reverse, with a “Transmission Service” message. I did not feel drivability issues at that moment. Addendum — Link to GM Safety Recall N242454440 GM Safety Recall N242454440 addresses excess wear of a transmission control valve that degrades hydraulic pressure, causes harsh shifting, and—rarely—momentary rear‑wheel lock‑up during a downshift. The remedy is a TCM software update that monitors valve performance and detects wear ~10,000 miles before a potential event; if detected, the transmission is limited to 5th gear and warning messages appear. My transmission warnings and DTC indicate a transmission control/pressure concern consistent with the recall subject. I request that NHTSA consider this complaint related to N242454440 and ensure appropriate recall remedy and coverage. (GM service bulletin/stop‑delivery and NHTSA filings corroborate these details.)
Engine, Feb 3, 2026
I purchased my vehicle in June 2025. In January of 2026 the vehicle would sometimes shut down at red lights, requiring me to restart. No engine codes would pop up. On Jan. 16th, 2026, I exited my vehicle and heard a “cow bell clunking” coming from the engine area. I scheduled a service, and I was informed that the issue was part of the GM recall for 6.2L engines. This concerned me, because my vehicle had already had the “remedy” for the recall (changing engine oil type) prior to me purchasing it Certified Pre-Owned, and the engine still failed. The dealer I brought the truck to did a full engine (and appropriate parts) replacement as part of the open recall.
Power train, Feb 3, 2026
I was driving my 2022 gmc Sierra with the 6.2 engine 10 speed transmission and I was at at a red light, the light turned green and I went to go and I could feel my rear wheels lock up and then it released went into limp mode was not shifting gears correctly and I had no reverse
Engine, Feb 1, 2026
after i had the car inspected per thier recall on potential engines issues, the car passed and was told no issues. 6 months later driving on highway with family during rush hour and suffered complete engine failure going 70 mph. Lucky not to have been hit from behind. scary to be on highway like that. It was freezing outside. Dont understand being told car is fine and then this happens.
Engine, Fuel/propulsion system, Jan 27, 2026
On November 16, while driving on the highway, my GMC vehicle suddenly lost engine power without warning. I was forced to stop in traffic, creating a dangerous situation and putting my life at risk. The vehicle required towing and has remained at the dealership since that date. The dealership determined that the engine requires replacement. Repairs have been significantly delayed, including an incorrectly ordered replacement engine, and the vehicle remains out of service more than two months later. This defect caused a sudden loss of power while driving and presents a serious safety concern.After the incident, I contacted the dealership immediately. Diagnostic appointments were scheduled and then canceled by the dealership twice, which delayed inspection and repair. I was only able to leave the vehicle at the dealership on December 12 due to these delays.
Engine, Jan 26, 2026
My vehicle stop running as I approached a traffic signal and failed to restart, it happened at a heavy traffic intersection during morning commute,I had the vehicle towed to Dealership that same day (01-22-2026). Later that evening the dealership called to inform me that the motor was blown and had ordered a new one.the mileage is approximately 39,285.
Other or unspecified, Jan 24, 2026
Onstar module is not working
Power train, Electrical system, Engine, Jan 24, 2026
My TAILGATE kept opening randomly and ENGINE WAS MAKING CLUNKING SOUND initially. Lost many tools on the highway once when it opened. Dealership told me my truck is not covered under a recall for both issues, even though other similar vehicles are. I refused to pay anything to have it fixed. They claimed my truck “wasn’t built in the factory that has recalls”. A month later the STARTER AND BATTERY burned up when I started up the truck, something locked up it sounded like. Eventually it started but didn’t sound right. A few days later the engine finally blew up. I paid out of pocket for everything for that trip. It’s currently back at the dealer being repaired with a new engine for the recall but GMC refuses to pay for the initial clunking/starter/battery and the tailgate issues. I’ve encored so many charges with tows and rentals from all these issues. I would like full reimbursement for everything.
Structure, Jan 23, 2026
I was driving on the interstate when the hood deflector blew off suddenly and unexpectedly damaging my hood and hitting the windshield. This vehicle was recalled for this part defect last year and the fix was applied by the dealer. It appears that some sort of adhesive was applied to the retainers but they still ultimately failed. This was a very dangerous situation that could have ultimately caused an accident. I am reporting this so that the approved repair can be reviewed. This part should have been replaced, not simply placing adhesive on the defective part. The past safety recall # was N242490120.
Other or unspecified, Jan 17, 2026
The front chrome grille deflector came off 9-10 months after the dealership inspected it.
Other or unspecified, Jan 17, 2026
Driving down the road, the radio volume will randomly rapidly increase to full volume. There is no way to turn the volume down. This is very startlingly and can lead to an accident due to the driver panicking and trying to turn off the radio or turn the volume down. It has happened approximately 5 times since I have owned the vehicle. Thie first time was when the vehicle was only a few months old. It happens so infrequently that it cannot be reproduced. It has not been confirmed nor inspected by a dealer. There is no warning as to when it might happen, nor any similar circumstances when it happens. The only solution I have found is to stop, turn off the vehicle and open the door for a minute or two, which is difficult to do in traffic.
Other or unspecified, Jan 16, 2026
My telematics onstar unit went bad at 37,200 miles. No onstar, no SOS, no hands free driving, etc. I paid roughly 3k for the extended subscription servies for three years. Like many others who have this problem, dealer/GM will not replace the faulty unit even though I still had time left on my on my subscription. Apparantly its a common problem.
Electrical system, Structure, Jan 14, 2026
Setting in a parking lot and the tailgate fell open and hit another car. The tailgate was closed and has fell open 3 more times while the vehicle is in park and one time it was powered off.
Engine, Jan 13, 2026
Complete engine failure, at 57,000 miles, was driving approximately 75 mph on the I-15 in Utah outside of St. George, and the left lane, engine turned off, was able to pull safely in a shoulder in a canyon with my family, my wife, my kids [XXX] and [XXX] old. Vehicle was towed that evening at 7 PM to the dealership, where it was diagnosed with completed engine failure. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Power train, Engine, Jan 13, 2026
2022 GMC AT4 w/ 6.2L V8 was my retirement gift to myself at a cost of $70k. I have had 2(two) engine failures! Of course they failed in the middle of rush hour traffic when no one wants to be kind. Since the wheels will NOT rotate once the failure has occurred, I was stuck in middle of traffic for 2 hours awaiting a tow truck. Not even 3k miles after the 2nd engine failure I was told by the dealership that I now need a transmission replacement. As a loyal GM customer, GM has to do better.
Power train, Jan 9, 2026
Just after merging from I-65 North to 264 East at 65 mph in Louisville KY on November 14th, the display indicated to "press start" and the engine stalled. I was only able to get the vehicle about 3 inches off of the left side of the yellow line before running out of inertia. I was stuck there for 2 hours while waiting for a tow truck. The first truck could not lift my vehicle because with the engine off, the electric shifter would not move out of park. A second tow truck was called with dolly's and then a 3rd tow truck was required to block traffic. During this 2 hour period several cars swerved left of the yellow line and I was in fear for my life. The traffic was so heavy that I was trapped between the concrete median wall and the left lane. I called 911 to ask for a safety vehicle to shield me from traffic, but they never arrived as promised.
Electrical system, Service brakes, Jan 7, 2026
Lost brakes and couldn’t stop the truck
Structure, Jan 7, 2026
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V060000 (Structure), but the failure occurred. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the top deflector shield detached from the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 13,100.
Power train, Engine, Jan 7, 2026
I had a lifter fail which is a well known problem for these GM engines. The lifter caused the cam shaft to be damaged because of the lobes being shaved off. Now I’m being told that it will be over $10,000 fix a 3 year old truck.
Power train, Jan 1, 2026
70mph with cruise control on, truck shifted from drive to neutral uncomanded. There were no indications of the issue before it happened. The dealer has the truck and I havent heard back from them yet. From my limited research, this is a common problem for these trucks.
Power train, Dec 28, 2025
Driving home with kids from snowboarding and check engine light comes on. “Power reduced, drive carefully” well I’m in 4 wheel drive the roads aren’t great and I have my kids in the truck. We were safe. Now? I am nearly getting ran off the road there aren’t any exits from the freeway. Kids are terrified. Able to limp home all the while with crying kids. Hook up scanner and it’s p1098. A little research tells me it’s a coolant control valve. Which is known problem from gmc so much so that the company issued an extended warranty to cover. No recall? No just let people experience this event across the country in a truck that is billed as safe and reliable by the company that sells them. This is a complete joke. The part is on national backorder because the problem is so prevalent. So now I have a truck that is inoperable. 52k miles and it’s a 2022. Someone needs to investigate this company as soon as possible.
Engine, Dec 27, 2025
Radiator is leaking where plastic meets metal. Leaking coolant at upper corner driver side. This is crazy for a 70k truck. It is a known problem. Dealer refused to submit a claim to GM. I am seeing people get theses replaced. It has been an issue since coolant control Valve was replaced.
Other or unspecified, Dec 26, 2025
Tailgate opened on its own while driving, creating a safety hazard where items inside could have fallen out. The tailgate was secured prior to driving.