CarRecallWatchThe 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 343 complaints with NHTSA, including 11 crashes, 13 fires, 12 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (100 reports).
2016 GMC Sierra 1500 recalls
Side Curtain Airbag Inflator Can Rupture or Shed Parts
The roof rail airbag inflator on the left or right side may have an end cap that detaches, or the inflator housing may rupture.
Side Curtain Airbag May Fail in a Crash
The roof-rail curtain airbag inflator on these trucks can have its end cap separate, or its sidewall can rupture.
Curtain airbag inflator end cap can detach and fly out
The roof-rail curtain airbag inflator end cap on certain 2015-2016 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickups may separate from the inflator.
Wheel Sensor Fault Can Cause Sudden Pull to One Side
A failed wheel-speed sensor can cause the vehicle's software to activate the driveline-protection system while driving between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode.
Reduced brake assist can lengthen stopping distance
Over time, the vacuum pump that supplies brake assist may produce less vacuum than it should.
Front Air Bags and Seatbelt Pretensioners May Not Deploy in a Crash
Some vehicles may not have received the complete software update from an earlier air bag recall.
Front airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy in a crash
Certain 2014 Buick, Chevrolet vehicles have a software issue in the air bag sensing and diagnostic module.
Front Control Arm Welds Can Fail, Causing Loss of Steering
Certain large SUVs and pickups from 2016 have front upper control arms that may have inadequate welds near the control arm bushing.
Most common 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 problems
Problem areas named in the 343 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 100 |
| Power Train | 84 |
| Electrical System | 54 |
| Engine | 39 |
| Steering | 38 |
| Unknown Or Other | 35 |
| Suspension | 15 |
| Air Bags | 12 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 9 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 8 |
What owners report
TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED ABOUT 13 MONTHS OR SO AFTER PURCHASING AND WAS ALREADY OUT OF WARRANTY.
Steering tried returning to center loss of electrical power service stabilitrack message service brake assist message engine tried to die had to disconnect battery to reset.
air bags on my truck still dont work and i was not told by sales person that the safety features didnt work on truck before purchase. Dealership has worked on it twice and the last tech airbags were working and they are not still same symbol saying airbag not working
Paint is failing and delaminating from both rear doors around windows and also the truck bed.
The vehicle stopped dead in traffic and would not restart. No warning lights. This is a huge safety hazard. Had to be towed to a dealership. The dealership and other diesel shops said the issue is a known catastrophic CP4 fuel pump failure. The fuel pump shreds and metal shavings are found throughout the fuel system. Requires a full fuel system replacement...quotes have been obtained from GM dealership and local diesel mechanics, ranged from $15,000-$17,000. There is a known fix and could have been solved by replacing the fuel pump with an alternative one, without putting us in a dangerous situation. There is also a settled class action lawsuit directly associated to this fuel pump and iss
2016 GMC Sierra 1500 questions
Does the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500: Side Curtain Airbag Inflator Can Rupture or Shed Parts; Side Curtain Airbag May Fail in a Crash; Curtain airbag inflator end cap can detach and fly out; Wheel Sensor Fault Can Cause Sudden Pull to One Side; Reduced brake assist can lengthen stopping distance. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 GMC Sierra 1500?
Based on 343 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (100), Power Train (84), Electrical System (54).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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.