CarRecallWatchThe 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 284 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 3 fires, 11 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (113 reports).
2011 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 air bag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
The front passenger air bag inflator in these vehicles uses phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate propellant, which can degrade after long exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and repeated temperature cycling.
Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire
Certain plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers installed in these vehicles may become clogged, so the extinguisher may not discharge as expected or may require excessive force to activate.
Most common 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 problems
Problem areas named in the 284 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 113 |
| Unknown Or Other | 72 |
| Structure | 45 |
| Power Train | 25 |
| Electrical System | 17 |
| Engine | 16 |
| Steering | 10 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 10 |
| Suspension | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 |
What owners report
ABS Randomly turns on with the traction control light⦠All windows except for driver window will not go down and sometimes it does not unlock or lock sometimes. It started the beginning of 2022 and has got worst over the years. It is available for inspection. Safety has been and issue because whenever it rains it can lose control on the road havenât had the money to fix it so donât really drive it right now.
Vehicle experienced a catastrophic mechanical failure characterized by a percussive "shotgun blast" noise from the rear chassis, followed by an immediate, total loss of braking power (pedal to the floor) and a violent loss of directional stability. This incident represents an aggravated safety failure of known GMT900 platform defects. The technical chain of causality began with the factory exhaust manifold fasteners suffering a metallurgical shear, a universal defect documented under GM Bulletins 19-NA-218, PIP5075, and PIP4701. This shear created a high-velocity, high-heat exhaust leak directed at the brake master cylinder and vacuum assembly. This "heat soak" event compromised the engine-m
The door handle broke off on the driver side the passenger side door handle will not open the door the outside handles are loose and the rear back driver and passenger side will not open their doors.
Frame falling apart the coating peeled off was going to clean it to recoat it but the metal is so far gone took it to a frame shop only to find out it's not drivable anymore GM have to do better with the coating for this trucks
2011 GMC Sierra Frame Failed Pennsylvania State Inspection due to Driver Side Frame Rust/hole. The section of the frame must be replaced due to rust(Improper coating... The truck has only 69700 miles on the odometer.
2011 GMC Sierra 1500 questions
Does the 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2011 GMC Sierra 1500: Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin; Passenger air bag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments; Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire; Suspension:Rear:Axle:Spindle; Suspension:Rear:Axle:Spindle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 GMC Sierra 1500?
Based on 284 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (113), Unknown Or Other (72), Structure (45).
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 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.