CarRecallWatchThe 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 263 complaints with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 2 fires, 13 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (146 reports).
2007 GMC Sierra 1500 recalls
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin
Certain 2007 full-size GM trucks and SUVs have a passenger-side frontal airbag inflator that uses non-desiccated phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate propellant.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin
Certain 2007 to 2009 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles have a passenger-side frontal air bag inflator that uses non-desiccated phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate propellant.
Most common 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 problems
Problem areas named in the 263 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 146 |
| Electrical System | 22 |
| Engine | 19 |
| Structure | 17 |
| Service Brakes | 16 |
| Unknown Or Other | 14 |
| Suspension | 12 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 8 |
| Steering | 7 |
What owners report
air bags warning
I was in a rollover accident on June 26th 2025 in my boyfriends 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 where we flipped 5 and a half times. The wheel separated from the rim. I will upload photos since I am unsure how to explain how the wheel damage is. During the crash the drivers air bags deployed but the passengers did not. When we finally landed we ended up on the roof. My boyfriend tried to unbuckle my seatbelt but it would not release. He ended up cutting my seatbelt and then at that time (approx 3 min after we landed) the passenger airbag deployed striking my boyfriend in the back, neck and head. Which knocked him out for approx 1 hour. My boyfriend had several open lacerations to his back, neck, head a
Driving on Interstate at a speed of 65, truck lost power. Check engine light and all lights on dash appeared I initially mistakenly reported the wrong mileage of 160k. My vehicle only has 135k miles on it
Driving on Interstate at a speed of 70 when truck lost power. Check engine light came on and other lights on dash came on also. 2007 with 160k miles original barely driven. This year should be a part of the Class Action Suit
The truck in question has LESS than 163k miles and burn a quart of oil a day, loss of power. There HAS been a recall on this SAME MOTOR 5.3 but while this year was ACKNOWLEDGED it was NOT a part of a recall EXCEPT for passenger side air bag that was replaced at dealership and damaged dash in process. Not it is NON DRIVE ABLE due to oil pressure issues
2007 GMC Sierra 1500 questions
Does the 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2007 GMC Sierra 1500: Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 GMC Sierra 1500?
Based on 263 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (146), Electrical System (22), Engine (19).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.