2010 GMC Sierra: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 34 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is structure (23% of complaints).
Data updated weekly · latest recall Sep 2010
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 34 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“2010gmc sierra. Consumer writes in regards to takata airbag safety recall. The consumer stated the dealer advised the dashboard would need to be replaced at the expense of the owner, due to a crack. The dealer advised the dashboard would more than likely disintergrate while repairing the airbag. The consumer stated upon recieving the initial letter about the airbag, there was no crack, but the parts were unavailable to complete the recall repair. The consumer stated if the recall had been completed in a timely manner the crack would not have yet formed. The consumer stated the manufacturer should be responsible for the repair in it entirety.”Owner report · Air Bags · Aug 2021
“The contact owns a 2010 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while the son was driving approximately 75 mph, the driver and passenger side curtain airbags erroneously deployed and the vehicle shut off. During the incident, no crash had occurred to cause the failure. The contact stated that her son sustained bruising to the right side of his face however, no medical attention was required. The vehicle would not restart and was towed to the local dealer. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 125,000.”Owner report · Air Bags · Jun 2021
“Cracked dash between passenger air bag and defroster, created a rattle service manger at gay gmc said they all crack $800 but they would replace for $400 I have extended coverage $100 deductible gmc has a big problem of product defect not from wear. I want it replaced at no cost”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Jan 2016
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“Engine lifter issue/low oil pressure problem relates to having the lifters replaced. The 5.3 vortec engine has afm (active fuel management). Dealer wants $5800 to fix the lifter issue, while estimates to replace the engine with necessary parts runs between $6900 and $7200. Is this a manufacturer problem? Truck has 52,000 miles and has been serviced at regular intervals. Truck was parked when the issue became evident during the startup. Truck is now at the dealer (towed) awaiting repair.”Owner report · Engine · Dec 2015
“The truck was parked in my driveway when I got in and started the ignition. As soon as I did, the plastic dashboard cracked at the passenger side air bag. One week later, same situation, as I started the ignition, the dash cracked above the driver's side instrument panel. The cracks have continued to grow since initially appearing. I have a safety concern that the passenger air bag will not deploy as intended since the integrity of the dashboard has failed, and further concern that if the air bags do deploy, that the dash has become so brittle that there will be sharp chards of plastic in the passenger compartment as the dash is shattered into pieces from the impact of a crash.”Owner report · Air Bags · Sep 2015
“Vehicle has cracked dash in area of passenger air bag which could possibly cause shrapnel if airbags are deployed. This problem is common and there are thousands of people with this crack in the exact same area as mine. Contacted gm and they refuse to acknowledge a problem. *tr”Owner report · Structure · Apr 2015
“Tl* the contact owns a 2010 gmc sierra. While driving at approximately 15 mph, the rear driver side leaf spring fractured and punctured a tire after driving over a pothole. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 79,000.”Owner report · Suspension · Mar 2015
“Tl* the contact owned a 2010 gmc sierra. The contact stated that shortly after parking, the vehicle caught fire. A fire report was filed and no injuries were sustained. The vehicle was destroyed and towed back to the contact's residence. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000.”Owner report · Electrical System · Mar 2015
“The dash is my truck has started to crack. From research on the internet I see this is a fairly common occurrence. The dealer said it is not covered although I have an extended warranty. I am unsatisfied with gm and feel this crack dash could be a hazard if an accident were to occur. I would love a compromise from gm to at least offer to pay some of the cost of replacement, if not all of it. *tr”Owner report · Structure · Oct 2014
“The dash board on my 2010 gmc has cracked in several areas, including at the passenger airbag. I have strong concerns that the dash will break apart in an accident if the airbag were to deploy and possibly injure occupants in the cabin. The plastic is very brittle and could easily cut someone. *tr”Owner report · Air Bags · Sep 2014
When filing, owners marked a crash in 3 of these complaints and injuries in 10 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
MARATHON IS RECALLING CERTAIN SEAT COVERS, BRAND SUPERHIDES WITH PART NUMBERS 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, AND 630, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE SEAT COVERS ARE MADE OF HEAVIER THREAD AND ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH SEATS CONTAINING SIDE AIRBAGS. THE HEAVIER SEAT COVER COULD INTERFERE WITH FULL DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAG IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Remedy: MARATHON WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND REPLACE THE SEAT COVER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MARATHON AT 1-800-735-2769.
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Is the 2010 GMC Sierra reliable?
NHTSA has 34 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2010 GMC Sierra. The most complained-about area is structure (23% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2010 GMC Sierra problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 54,500 miles or less.
Does the 2010 GMC Sierra have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning equipment. 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.