CarRecallWatchThe 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 602 complaints with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 5 fires, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (241 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 recalls
Rear Wheels Can Lock Up, Raising Crash Risk
Certain pickups from model years 2020 to 2022 may have been repaired incorrectly under an earlier recall (24V797).
Engine may fail unexpectedly, raising crash risk
Certain 2021 full-size Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC SUVs and pickups equipped with the 6.2L V8 gas engine may have a connecting rod or crankshaft with a manufacturing defect.
Grille Deflector Can Break Loose, Creating Road Debris
The chrome front grille deflector can come loose because the attachment points that hold it in place may fracture.
Rear Wheels Can Lock Up, Raising Crash Risk
Certain 2020-2021 GM full-size pickups and SUVs equipped with diesel engines may have a transmission control valve that can fail.
Daytime Running Lights May Stay On With Headlights, Reducing Visibility
Certain Cadillac, Buick, Chevrolet and GMC vehicles may have daytime running lights that do not turn off when the headlights are on.
Accessory Sport Bar May Block or Disable Brake Light
Certain 2022 full-size pickups equipped with an accessory sport bar may have a high-mounted brake light that does not work, and the sport bar may block the vehicle's existing high-mounted brake light.
Most common 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 problems
Problem areas named in the 602 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 241 |
| Power Train | 113 |
| Structure | 107 |
| Electrical System | 83 |
| Unknown Or Other | 76 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 31 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 29 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 29 |
| Service Brakes | 28 |
| Lane Departure | 15 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The transmission shuddered, and the vehicle drove abnormally rough. In addition, the transmission shifted abnormally hard. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure was not duplicated. The manufacturer was contacted and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 78,950.
I was driving on a highway when the front grill deflector flew off of my vehicle and broke my driver's side windshield wiper. The incident scared me and made me jump and I'm not sure where the part went after it flew over my wind shield but it could have hit the car behind me. The part in question was part of recall 25V060. I took the vehicle to the dealership, and they said they had already completed the recall in June of 2025 and that GMC would not cover the cost of fixing it. I see there is a new query for this exact problem RQ26003.
After the recall was completed for the propulsion update and oil weight of 0-20 to 0-40 the truck started experiencing engine jerking and noise while driving. The MPG decreased significantly after the engine was replaced at 22k miles, driving on the interstate cruise control at 80mph the engine seized and I was almost smashed by a simi-truck. No steering, no power whatsoever. I was pulling on the steering wheel to get the truck off the freeway and out of the way. Fast forward around 70k miles, all the while I could deal with loss of MPG after engine replacement. No problems. Then came the recall and reflashing of the firm/software and a few months later I was making an u-turn when all a sudd
Coolant control valve failure per code P1098. Known issue with a special bulletin from Duramax which claims this should be a covered replacement for this year make and model. However, dealer claims VIN is not covered
Recall n242490120 was corrected on 6/10/25. Grill has since blown off while driving ,couldnât retrieve it, and caused a chip on my windshield. Recall was for front grille deflector. Dear Learship that repaired it said they were only authorized once to repair and it would be out of pocket expense to repair again.
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (19.8% rollover risk) |
| 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/EC 4WD | Not rated | n/a | 5 | 4 (19.8% rollover risk) |
| 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/RC 4WD | Not rated | n/a | 5 | 4 (19.8% rollover risk) |
| 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/CC 2WD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (19.1% rollover risk) |
| 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/EC 2WD | Not rated | n/a | 5 | 4 (19.1% rollover risk) |
| 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/RC 2WD | Not rated | n/a | 5 | 4 (19.1% rollover risk) |
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 questions
Does the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500: Rear Wheels Can Lock Up, Raising Crash Risk; Engine may fail unexpectedly, raising crash risk; Grille Deflector Can Break Loose, Creating Road Debris; Rear Wheels Can Lock Up, Raising Crash Risk; Daytime Running Lights May Stay On With Headlights, Reducing Visibility. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500?
Based on 602 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (241), Power Train (113), Structure (107).
How safe is the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2022 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.