CarRecallWatchThe 2019 GMC Sierra 3500 has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (4 reports).
2019 GMC Sierra 3500 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 3500 problems
Problem areas named in the 13 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Equipment | 2 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that while attempting to switch lanes, the side-view cameras failed to operate as needed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed with a disconnected wire from the side-view cameras. The wire had poor connection, which caused the cameras to fail due to low voltage. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the part to repair the vehicle was no longer manufactured. The failure mileage was 53,004. The VIN was unavailable.
Approximately Nov 15, 2024 is when the issue started. At approximately 44,000 miles the truck experienced a catastrophic oil coolant failure causing oil and coolant to mix. It is available for inspection. The incident happened suddenly as the truck was being driven. When pressing on the accelerator, the truck hesitated to move on several occasions. The issue was confirmed by an authorized GMC service center. The truck has been inspected by the authorized GMC service department. The warning light came on after the damage was done. There was no other sign of an issue. It wasn't until the next day when the truck was started, that the warning light appeared. No leaks of any kind.
The contact owned a 2019 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that while driving during a rain storm at approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle hydroplaned. The contact stated that the vehicle swerved to the right and then to the left. The contact stated that the vehicle drove off the road and down an embankment. The contact stated that he drove over a mound, and the vehicle was launched into the air, and, according to the police report, he traveled approximately 100 feet. The contact stated that the vehicle landed on the front end. The force of the crash had bent the vehicle frame behind the engine. The contact stated that as the vehicle's front end crashed into the ground, his forward momentum se
The contact owned a 2019 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle went into âEngine Power Reduced Modeâ and the contact attempted to pull over to the side of the road, but the contact stated that the battery went dead and the vehicle shutoff. The contact shifted to park(P) and attempted to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to restart, and smoke started coming from under the hood. The contact stopped attempting to restart the vehicle, and exited the vehicle and raised the hood, and the vehicle was on fire in the engine compartment on the left side of the firewall. The contact stated that there was gray and white smoke coming fro
I purchased my vehicle in 2019. Since then, I have had several issues. I've had to replace the coolant reservoir, DEF heater/pump and twice changed the number 8 injector plug. The warning light came on just after the warranty went out. The code reader read the ambient sensor and no sensor.
2019 GMC Sierra 3500 questions
Does the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500: 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 3500?
Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (4), Electrical System (3), Equipment (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2019 GMC Sierra 3500 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.