2023 GMC Sierra 1500: problems, recalls and reliability
3 recalls and 485 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is engine (34% of complaints).
Data updated weekly · 58 new complaints in the last 90 days · latest recall Apr 2025
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 485 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“6.2L engine lost power and failed at highway speed with no warning lamp or prior indication of failure. Engine recall/Pico test and oil viscosity change performed by dealer at 40,000 miles. Engine failed at 45,868 miles.”Owner report · Engine · Sep 2026
“Driving vehicle at approximately 70 mph when a semi truck passed me going the opposite direction. The upper grille deflector / molding section of my front end grille blew off and landed into on coming traffic. I understand a recall was issued for the same problem on the 2022 models, but not the 2023 model.”Owner report · Structure · Sep 2026
“Chrome grille deflector the upper front of grille came off in highway at highway speed hitting windshield scratching hood & car behind.”Owner report · Structure · Sep 2026
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“A trim piece under my hood and above my grille on my 2023 GMC Sierra SLT 1500 flew off and over my windshield this morning during a heavy wind and rain storm. There was no previous damage to the front of my vehicle.”Owner report · Structure · Sep 2026
“Code P1098 came up today 80k on the truck. Coolant Control Valve failure. Second time this has failed, first at 45k. Speed reduction activated.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Sep 2026
“Upper bezel of front grille blew off driving down the hwy landing in oncoming lane of traffic. This is a known problem to GMC on late produced 2022 model year and issued a safety recall #XXX to replace the bezel and reinforce mounting points. I bought my 2023 GMC XXX and it was made in [XXX] so good chance it was made in 2022 and I could of had one of the faulty grilles. If not GMC still has a problem with upper grilles detaching while driving. I have talked to my dealer and GMC customer satisfaction with no help offered. I have bought a new grille and installed it. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)”Owner report · Structure · Sep 2026
“The contact owns a 2023 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the engine seized, causing the vehicle to stall and lose motive power in the middle of the interstate. The vehicle was unable to restart and was towed by OnStar service. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was scheduled to be repaired by the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure by the dealer.”Owner report · Engine · Sep 2026
“The contact owns a 2023 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the front grille shutter detached. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the shutter had detached due to defective retention clips. The contact was informed that the entire front grille assembly needed to be replaced. The dealer associated the failure with a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 123,500.”Owner report · Structure · Sep 2026
“The front upper grill broke and flew off the truck at highway speeds nearly causing a wreck. Zero previous damage. Simply broke at the connecting points without cause. . Pretty unreasonable for a 75000 dollar truck to have the upper grill just dislocate itself and nearly cause a major wreck at highway speeds”Owner report · Structure · Sep 2026
“The contact owns a 2023 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH with her children in the rear seats, the top of the chrome front grille detached and damaged the windshield. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V060000 (STRUCTURE); however, the VIN and the model year was not included in the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 51,350.”Owner report · Structure · Sep 2026
When filing, owners marked a crash in 5 of these complaints and injuries in 2 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 3 campaigns
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."
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.
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."
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.
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.
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.
Trouble codes owners mention
OBD-II codes that appear in NHTSA complaints about this car.
How other years compare
Counts are not adjusted for time on the road here - see all Sierra 1500 years ranked fairly for the age-adjusted comparison.
Check your exact Sierra 1500 by VIN
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Is the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 reliable?
NHTSA has 485 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns on record for the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500. The most complained-about area is engine (34% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 49,780 miles or less.
Does the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 have open recalls?
3 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning service brakes, hydraulic. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.