Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 11/01/2026
High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 3.7× the fleet median for that category across the 2588 model-years tracked on this site.
506Complaints
3Recalls
5Crashes
2Fires
2Injured
0Deaths
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Engine (42.3% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
Engine complaints here are 3.7× the median for that category across the 2588 model-years tracked on this site.
An open NHTSA investigation (RQ26003, opened Oct 2026) covers Structure:body, but no recall has been issued for it yet.
3 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 3 rest on owner reports alone.
Complaint category
Reports
Official status
Reference
Engine
214 · 42.3%
Recalled
Recall 25V274000
Power Train
91 · 18%
No official action
—
Structure:body
84 · 16.6%
Under investigation
RQ26003
Electrical System
63 · 12.5%
No official action
—
Fuel/propulsion System
37 · 7.3%
No official action
—
Engine And Engine Cooling
23 · 4.5%
Recalled
Recall 25V274000
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Percentages are the share of the 506 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
Recalls — 3 campaigns
Exterior Lighting:lighting Control Module:software
DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: YES
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:brake Fluid Low Warning: Lamp
Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: YES
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical
Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park itPark outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“I started my truck on [XXX] and after driving less than 3 miles the check engine light came on and then light for traction control…”NHTSA complaint 11642593 — filed 02/13/2025 · ENGINE
“Traveling on the interstate at highway speeds of 75mph and the engine spun a bearing resulting in complete engine failure.”NHTSA complaint 11642134 — filed 02/12/2025 · ENGINE
“At 28,000 miles and driving at highway speed, the 6.2L engine suddenly seized.”NHTSA complaint 11641845 — filed 02/10/2025 · ENGINE
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500?
Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 214 of 506 NHTSA complaints (42.3%), followed by power train (91), structure:body (84), electrical system (63). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 have?
506 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 11/01/2026. Of those, 5 involved a crash, 2 involved a fire, and 2 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 22V903000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500's reported problems?
3 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. NHTSA has an open investigation (RQ26003) into structure:body that has not led to a recall. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 11/01/2026.
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