How common are structure and body complaints on the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500?

NHTSA shows 106 complaints in this area, which is 18% of the 585 total complaints filed for the 2022 Sierra 1500.

Is there a recall related to structure and body issues on the 2022 Sierra 1500?

Yes, recall 25V060000 covers chrome front grille deflectors whose attachment points may fracture and cause the deflector to detach.

At what mileage do these structure and body problems typically show up?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 34,500 miles for this problem area.

What is the most reported structure and body complaint on this truck?

The most frequently described issue in sample complaints is the multifunction tailgate opening on its own while driving, often with no warning to the driver.

Have these issues caused any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records list 1 crash and 1 injury tied to complaints in the Structure & Body area for the 2022 Sierra 1500.

2022 GMC Sierra 1500 Structure & Body Problems

NHTSA lists 106 Structure & Body complaints for the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500, 18% of its 585 total complaints that year, with a median failure mileage of 34,500 miles. A related recall (25V060000) covers front grille deflector attachments that can fracture.

Structure & Body complaints: 106; 18% of 585
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 34,500 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Multifunction tailgates open on their own while the truck is moving, including on highways and over speed bumps.
Owners report no chime, alert, or dashboard warning when the tailgate has come open, so cargo can fall out unnoticed.
Some describe the dash-mounted tailgate release button being pressed accidentally, dropping the tailgate at intersections or while towing.
A separate case involved a piece of the front grille detaching and striking the windshield while driving.
Dealers in several cases replaced an electrical switch on the tailgate but the self-opening problem returned.

When 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 1, 2023, latest Sep 17, 2026.

106 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2023 to Sep 2026; peak Oct 2024 (11).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500

NHTSA 25V060000Feb 6, 2025Structure & Body70,768 vehicles
Structure:body:bumpers:active shutters/grill
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with chrome front grille deflectors. The attachments that hold the front grille deflectors in place may fracture, resulting in grille detachment.
Risk: A detached front grille deflector may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reinforce or repair all attachment points on the chrome front grille deflector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may call GM customer service for GMC at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242490120.

Structure & Body complaints by Sierra 1500 model year

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

201047 (22%)
201164 (18%)
201230 (21%)
201333 (20%)
201449 (6%)
201541 (5%)
201616 (4%)
201713 (3%)
201812 (4%)
201920 (3%)
202013 (3%)
202122 (4%)
2022106 (18%)
202389 (19%)
202430 (8%)
20253 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are structure and body complaints on the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500?: NHTSA shows 106 complaints in this area, which is 18% of the 585 total complaints filed for the 2022 Sierra 1500.
Is there a recall related to structure and body issues on the 2022 Sierra 1500?: Yes, recall 25V060000 covers chrome front grille deflectors whose attachment points may fracture and cause the deflector to detach.
At what mileage do these structure and body problems typically show up?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 34,500 miles for this problem area.
What is the most reported structure and body complaint on this truck?: The most frequently described issue in sample complaints is the multifunction tailgate opening on its own while driving, often with no warning to the driver.
Have these issues caused any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records list 1 crash and 1 injury tied to complaints in the Structure & Body area for the 2022 Sierra 1500.