CarRecallWatchThe 2019 GMC Sierra 2500 has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 32 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (9 reports).
2019 GMC Sierra 2500 recalls
Roof Airbag Can Detach or Rupture, Spraying Debris
Certain pickup trucks may have a defect in the left-side or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator.
Roof Airbag Inflator May Detach or Rupture
The left or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
Roof-Rail Airbag Inflator May Rupture or Detach
The left or right side roof-rail airbag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
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.
Most common 2019 GMC Sierra 2500 problems
Problem areas named in the 32 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Engine | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Tires | 2 |
| Equipment | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
What owners report
On 07/10/2026 at approximately 1:10 a.m., the parked and unoccupied vehicle caught fire while turned off. The vehicle had not been driven for several hours. A neighbor was awakened by the horn/alarm and popping noises, observed fire near the passenger-side cab/engine area, and called 911. The fire rapidly spread throughout the cab, engine compartment, rocker-panel areas, wheel wells, and truck bed, creating an explosion hazard and threatening a nearby occupied residence and garage. The fire department extinguished the blaze, but the vehicle was completely destroyed. Before the fire, the vehicle had experienced recurring coolant warnings, a DEF-system warning, and delayed starting associated
UI Bulletin #161b is for years 2020 and beyond. But my 2019 is having the same exact issue and the GM dealer will not cover the work as stated in the UI Bulletin #161b
The contact owned a 2019 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the rear fuel tank had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,580.
My center console wires for the charging pad broke and shorted out causing wires to burn and short the whole system out
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated that while her husband was driving 30 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, there was an abnormal sound coming from the front of the vehicle, and the vehicle lost power unexpectedly. The contact stated that her husband was able to pull over to the right side of the road while waiting for tow truck assistance. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not towed an independent mechanic or dealer to be diagnosed. The engine was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V047000 (FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufactu
2019 GMC Sierra 2500 questions
Does the 2019 GMC Sierra 2500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2019 GMC Sierra 2500: Roof Airbag Can Detach or Rupture, Spraying Debris; Roof Airbag Inflator May Detach or Rupture; Roof-Rail Airbag Inflator May Rupture or Detach; Side Curtain Airbag Inflator May Rupture or Detach; Rear diesel tank can collapse, causing engine stalls. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 GMC Sierra 2500?
Based on 32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (9), Engine (6), Service Brakes (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 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.