2025 GMC Sierra
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 56 of 119 complaints (47%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Electrical include more crash reports (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 357 in 2024 to 119 in 2025.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2025 Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,100–5,150 | 3,100–5,150 | 3,300–5,150 | 3,100–5,150 | |
| Combined MPG | 15–26 | 15–25 | 15–26 | 15–25 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 14–24 / 17–29 | 14–23 / 16–29 | 14–23 / 16–29 | 14–23 / 16–28 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 396–585 | 399–601 | 399–601 | 402–601 | |
| Complaints filed | 463 | 357 | 119 | 108 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 4 | 2 | 5 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 5 | 5 | 3 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 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 2025 GMC Sierra have?
2 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 2025 GMC Sierra?
Engine: 56 of 119 NHTSA complaints (47%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2025 GMC Sierra get?
EPA rates it 15–26 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 GMC Sierra?
EPA estimates $3,300–$5,150 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (25)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 10-spd | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 23 mpg (high) | 29 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (high) | $3,450 | 399 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 18 mpg | 21 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,300 (low) | 468 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 17 mpg | 21 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,300 (low) | 470 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 | 8 | 5.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 16 mpg | 20 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 507 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic 10-spd | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 22 mpg | 26 mpg | 24 mpg | $3,750 | 428 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic 10-spd | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 21 mpg | 24 mpg | 23 mpg | $3,900 | 450 g/mi |
| Configuration 8 | 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 9 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 17 mpg | 18 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 516 g/mi |
| Configuration 10 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 17 mpg | 19 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 496 g/mi |
| Configuration 15 | 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) | 593 g/mi |
| Configuration 16 | 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 24 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD | 14 mpg (low) | 16 mpg (low) | 15 mpg (low) | $4,150 | 592 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 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 16 mpg | 17 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 538 g/mi |
| Configuration 12 | 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 13 | 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 14 | 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 17 | 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 18 | 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 19 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 526 g/mi |
| Configuration 20 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 18 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 549 g/mi |
| Configuration 21 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 535 g/mi |
| Configuration 22 | 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 23 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | 15 mpg | 18 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 551 g/mi |
| Configuration 25 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 70 MPGe | 59 MPGe | 64 MPGe | $1,200 | 0 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 56 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 25 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 25 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 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 (2)
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR: · Campaign 25V876000 · Dec 18, 2025
Defect: Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Consequence: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
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.