Are there airbag recalls for the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500?

Yes. Recall 13V315000, reported in 2013, covers 2014 Sierra trucks built between June 4 and June 30, 2013, for a passenger air bag module weld issue. A separate 2016 recall (16V651000) applies to later model years (2015-2017) and does not cover the 2014 model.

How many airbag complaints does the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 have?

NHTSA lists 31 airbag complaints for this model year, which make up about 4% of the 854 total complaints filed for the 2014 Sierra 1500.

Did the airbag problems cause any injuries or fires?

NHTSA data shows 12 injuries and 12 crashes linked to airbag complaints for this model year, with no fires reported.

Is the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 worse than other years for airbag complaints?

Compared to other years, the 2014 model's airbag complaint share of 4% is much lower than the 2010 (41%) and 2011 (37%) model years, though the 2014 model still has 31 individual complaints on file.

2014 GMC Sierra 1500 Airbags Problems

NHTSA lists 31 airbag complaints for the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500, about 4% of its 854 total complaints for the year, tied to 12 crashes and 12 injuries. A 2013 recall (13V315000) covers a passenger air bag module weld defect on trucks built in June 2013, which overlaps this model year.

Airbags complaints: 31; 4% of 854
Crashes reported: 12
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 12
Median mileage: 52,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical airbag symptoms owners report

Front airbags fail to deploy during head-on or frontal collisions at speeds around 40 to 65 mph, sometimes leaving drivers with whiplash, concussions, or cuts requiring medical attention.
Airbags fail to deploy in side-impact or T-bone crashes, with owners reporting injuries and needing surgery afterward.
Some owners describe the driver's side air bag deploying abnormally, with smoke or the airbag itself falling loose rather than inflating properly.
One owner reported the airbag system activating without full deployment during a rear-end chain collision, filling the cab with white smoke.
Crashes tied to these complaints occurred across a wide mileage range, with one incident recorded at a median mileage of 52,000 miles for this problem area.

When 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 airbag complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 28, 2014, latest Dec 1, 2023.

31 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2014 to Dec 2023; peak Dec 2016 (2).

Airbags recalls for the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500

NHTSA 16V651000Sep 8, 2016Airbags3,640,162 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
Risk: A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 16007.
NHTSA 13V315000Jul 19, 2013Airbags843 vehicles
Air bags
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Silverado trucks manufactured June 1, 2013, through June 30, 2013; and model year 2014 GMC Sierra trucks manufactured June 4, 2013, through June 30, 2013. Welding on the passenger airbag inflator may fracture when the airbag is deployed, allowing some gas from the air bag inflator to vent behind the instrument panel, instead of into the air bag.
Risk: As a result the air bag may not fully inflate, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: General Motors will notify owners and dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on August 23, 2013. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-866-694-6546 and GMC at 1-866-996-9463. GM's recall number is 13230.

Airbags complaints by Sierra 1500 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201087 (41%)
2011133 (37%)
201246 (32%)
201344 (27%)
201431 (4%)
201542 (5%)
201614 (4%)
20176 (1%)
20188 (2%)
20197 (1%)
20206 (1%)
20216 (1%)
20223 (1%)
20232 (0%)
20242 (1%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

Are there airbag recalls for the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500?: Yes. Recall 13V315000, reported in 2013, covers 2014 Sierra trucks built between June 4 and June 30, 2013, for a passenger air bag module weld issue. A separate 2016 recall (16V651000) applies to later model years (2015-2017) and does not cover the 2014 model.
How many airbag complaints does the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 have?: NHTSA lists 31 airbag complaints for this model year, which make up about 4% of the 854 total complaints filed for the 2014 Sierra 1500.
Did the airbag problems cause any injuries or fires?: NHTSA data shows 12 injuries and 12 crashes linked to airbag complaints for this model year, with no fires reported.
Is the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 worse than other years for airbag complaints?: Compared to other years, the 2014 model's airbag complaint share of 4% is much lower than the 2010 (41%) and 2011 (37%) model years, though the 2014 model still has 31 individual complaints on file.