2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Electrical System Problems
Owners filed 83 electrical system complaints for the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500, 14% of all 585 complaints that year, with a median failure mileage of 51,000. Two related recalls (22V903000, 22V463000) address body control module software and sport bar wiring.
- Electrical System complaints
- 83
- 14% of 585
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 2
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 51,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical electrical symptoms owners report
- Radio and infotainment volume suddenly spikes to maximum and will not respond to steering wheel or dash controls for a period of time before resetting.
- Smoke and sparks appeared from the radio console and vents while driving at low speed, followed by a cabin fire.
- Dashboard displays glitch, Bluetooth fails to connect, and the electrical system appears to shut off randomly while driving, forcing the driver to pull over.
- Power step running boards fail to open or close correctly, sometimes triggered along with other electrical malfunctions.
- Owners report the engine control module (ECM) failed early and dealers could not locate a replacement part.
- Some owners note recall parts for exterior lighting issues (campaign 22V903000) were on backorder for extended periods.
When 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 electrical complaints were filed
First complaint Mar 27, 2022, latest Sep 15, 2026.
Electrical System recalls for the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500
- NHTSA 22V903000Dec 8, 2022Electrical System740,108 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Exterior lighting:lighting control module:software
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.
- NHTSA 22V463000Jun 30, 2022Electrical System242 vehicles
Exterior lighting:brake lights
General Motors (GM) has decided that certain 2022 model year Chevrolet Silverado, and GMC Sierra vehicles equipped with an accessory sport bar. The accessory sport bar contains a high-mounted brake light that may not function. In addition, it may block the vehicle's existing high-mounted brake light. As such, these vehicles may fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk: An inoperative high-mounted brake light can reduce visibility to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the installation of the accessory bar and provide the correct vehicle wiring, if necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters advising owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 10, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 27, 2023. Owners may contact GM's customer service on 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.. GM's recall number for this recall is N222368110.
Electrical System complaints by Sierra 1500 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many electrical complaints does the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 have?
- NHTSA lists 83 electrical system complaints for the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500, which is 14% of the 585 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500?
- Yes. Recall 22V903000 covers a body control module software update, and recall 22V463000 covers wiring for an accessory sport bar's brake light. Neither is a do-not-drive or park-outside recall.
- At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on the 2022 Sierra 1500 is 51,000 miles.
- Did the electrical problems cause any crashes or fires?
- NHTSA data for this component and year records 1 crash, 2 fires, and 1 injury among the complaints.