2024 GMC Sierra
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 207 of 357 complaints (58%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 463 in 2023 to 357 in 2024.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2024 Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,100–5,550 | 3,100–5,150 | 3,100–5,150 | 3,300–5,150 | 3,100–5,150 | |
| Combined MPG | 14–26 | 15–26 | 15–25 | 15–26 | 15–25 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 13–23 / 16–30 | 14–24 / 17–29 | 14–23 / 16–29 | 14–23 / 16–29 | 14–23 / 16–28 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 394–620 | 396–585 | 399–601 | 399–601 | 402–601 | |
| Complaints filed | 574 | 463 | 357 | 119 | 108 | |
| Recalls issued | 6 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 5 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 9 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 3 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 21 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 15 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2024 GMC Sierra have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2024 GMC Sierra?
Engine: 207 of 357 NHTSA complaints (58%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2024 GMC Sierra get?
EPA rates it 15–25 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2024 GMC Sierra?
EPA estimates $3,100–$5,150 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (26)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 16 mpg | 20 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 496 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 546 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 16 mpg | 20 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 506 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 16 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 495 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic 10-spd | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 23 mpg (high) | 29 mpg (high) | 25 mpg (high) | $3,600 | 399 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 524 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 524 g/mi |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 6.2L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | $4,850 | 539 g/mi |
| Configuration 9 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 6.2L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 14 mpg (low) | 17 mpg | 15 mpg (low) | $5,150 (high) | 590 g/mi |
| Configuration 10 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 6.2L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 14 mpg (low) | 16 mpg (low) | 15 mpg (low) | $5,150 (high) | 601 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 18 | Automatic 10-spd | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 23 mpg (high) | 27 mpg | 24 mpg | $3,750 | 416 g/mi |
| Configuration 20 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | 14 mpg (low) | 17 mpg | 15 mpg (low) | $4,150 | 580 g/mi |
| Configuration 21 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD | 14 mpg (low) | 17 mpg | 15 mpg (low) | $4,150 | 580 g/mi |
| Configuration 22 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 18 mpg | 22 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 (low) | 450 g/mi |
Show 12 more configurations
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 11 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 546 g/mi |
| Configuration 12 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 546 g/mi |
| Configuration 13 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 533 g/mi |
| Configuration 14 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 18 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 553 g/mi |
| Configuration 15 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 20 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 511 g/mi |
| Configuration 16 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 18 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 558 g/mi |
| Configuration 17 | Automatic 10-spd | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 19 mpg | 20 mpg | 19 mpg | $4,700 | 524 g/mi |
| Configuration 19 | Automatic 10-spd | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 21 mpg | 23 mpg | 22 mpg | $4,050 | 471 g/mi |
| Configuration 23 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 17 mpg | 21 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,300 | 470 g/mi |
| Configuration 24 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 17 mpg | 18 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 513 g/mi |
| Configuration 25 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 17 mpg | 20 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 488 g/mi |
| Configuration 26 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 16 mpg | 17 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 542 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 207 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 69 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 21 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 42 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 13 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 32 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 31 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 23 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Other | 31 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (4)
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL · Campaign 25V274000 · Apr 24, 2025
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
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.
SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY; SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE · Campaign 25V015000 · Jan 17, 2025
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV and 2024-2025 GMC Sierra EV pickup trucks. The bolt that secures the rear center seat belt assembly to the seat structure may not have been properly tightened.
Consequence: An improperly secured seat belt assembly may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: GM will tighten the bolt that attaches the center seat belt assembly to the rear seat structure, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory and, therefore, no owner letters will be mailed. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242489901.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE · Campaign 24V755000 · Oct 10, 2024
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 GMC Sierra EV vehicles. The front turn signal lights and parking lights may be too similar in brightness, making it difficult to see the front turn signals when they are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: Front turn signals that are difficult to see may not clearly indicate the driver's intentions to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the headlamp multipurpose LED driver (MLD) module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 4, 2024. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N242474560.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM · Campaign 24V320000 · May 9, 2024
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Cadillac Lyriq, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Chevrolet Silverado EV, GMC Hummer EV SUV, and GMC Sierra EV vehicles. The electric motors in the rear drive units may have insufficiently insulated wires that can contact each other, resulting in a loss of drive power.
Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear drive unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; Hummer customer service at 1-800-732-5493; or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242447080.