CarRecallWatchThe 2018 GMC Sierra 2500 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (8 reports).
2018 GMC Sierra 2500 recalls
Side Curtain Airbag Inflator May Rupture or Detach
The side roof-rail curtain airbag inflator on certain trucks may have an end cap that detaches, or the inflator casing may rupture.
Rear diesel tank can collapse, causing engine stalls
On certain 2017-2018 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 trucks equipped with a dual fuel tank option, the rear fuel tank may collapse.
Engine block heater cord can short and cause fire
Certain 2017-2018 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 trucks with the optional engine-block heater cord may develop an electrical short circuit in the heater cable or in the terminals that connect the cable to the block heater.
Engine block heater cord can short and cause fire
The engine block heater cord, or the terminals connecting it to the engine block heater, may short circuit and fail.
Front Seat Belts May Not Work as Intended in a Crash
Certain front seat belt retractors were built with the wrong torsion bar, so the belts may not perform as designed during a crash.
Most common 2018 GMC Sierra 2500 problems
Problem areas named in the 35 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 8 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 |
| Equipment | 4 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Tires | 3 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
What owners report
GM Duramax L5P diesel engine electrical connector for #4 fuel injector. This failure caused the Diesel exhaust brake, which controls downhill speed, to disengage, extreme shaking of the vehicle, emissions system warning and speed limiting. This occurred while descending a steep grade while towing a 34 feet long, 10,000 pound trailer. This is a known issue with this diesel engine and documented in GM Technical Service Bulletin 23-NA-027. Inspection and repair at a GM dealership confirmed a known issue with the #4 injector pigtail connector caused by improper wire routing and interference wit the Sound Shield and Valve Cover Heat Shield This was a sudden failure of the #4 pigtail connect
The component that failed is the rear glass. Yes, it is available for inspection. The rear glass defogger stopped working and melted the tabs off of the glass and burned the tabs cover. The problem has been confirmed by the dealership and i was advised there is already a recall for this but apparently my vin does not fall under the recall.
Service Trailer Brake System Warning From time to time, this warning goes off in the vehicle and when it does, it does it constantly. When the warning is dismissed, it does it again seconds later. If it is not dismissed, it does it again seconds later. It is a persistent three ding double chiming that is not only constant, the vehicle is doing it without a trailer connected to it. The GM dealerships we have been to regarding this issue do not know how to fix it since the warning is as intermittent as it is persistent. Once one of the dealerships was finally able to observe the warning themselves, we were told because it does not cause the check engine light to come on, they are not given a
The contact owns a 2018 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was determined that the fuel pump control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000.
Metal in the fuel filter and throughout the fuel system, 38 codes on the computer just in 2 weeks after a full service again at the dealer. All service has been preformed at A GMC Dealer since truck was serviced. 1. P026D - Fuel injection Quantity âAâ Higher then expected 2. P06CC - cylinder 8 incorrect 3. P133F - cylinder 8 glow plug offset exceeding learning limits None stop this is happening since [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
2018 GMC Sierra 2500 questions
Does the 2018 GMC Sierra 2500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2018 GMC Sierra 2500: Side Curtain Airbag Inflator May Rupture or Detach; Rear diesel tank can collapse, causing engine stalls; Engine block heater cord can short and cause fire; Engine block heater cord can short and cause fire; Front Seat Belts May Not Work as Intended in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 GMC Sierra 2500?
Based on 35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (8), Electrical System (7), Fuel/Propulsion System (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 GMC Sierra 2500 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.