2022 GMC Sierra 3500 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
93/100
#2 most-complained of 16 Sierra 3500 years
The 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 ranks 2nd worst out of 16 model years, with a Complaint Index of 93 and an Avoid verdict. NHTSA lists 31 complaints, 3 recalls, 3 crashes, and 5 injuries, led by electrical system problems.
- Complaints
- 31
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 3 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 5 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System8 (26%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires6 (19%)
- Transmission & Powertrain6 (19%)
- Other5 (16%)
- Brakes4 (13%)
- Structure & Body4 (13%)
- Engine3 (10%)
- Airbags2 (6%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras2 (6%)
- Visibility & Wipers2 (6%)
What owners report
- Electrical system faults cause dash lights to flicker, drive modes to switch on their own, and the truck to become unable to start or jump-start.
- Trailer brake controllers fail to activate the trailer's brakes even though rear brake lights work, sometimes triggering a "Check Trailer Wiring" message.
- Rear tires have experienced blowouts or tread separation while towing, in one case around 31,000 miles.
- Front and rear parking sensors were delayed for installation due to supply chain issues, leaving buyers without promised equipment.
- The check engine light illuminates intermittently with reduced power and performance reported near 68,000 miles.
- Airbags failed to deploy and seat belts did not restrain occupants during a rear-end and side-impact crash.
2022 GMC Sierra 3500 recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 24V797000Oct 24, 2024Transmission & Powertrain463,295 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:fluid/lubricant:valves/valve body
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with diesel engines. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock-up.
Risk: Rear wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install new transmission control module software, free of charge. GM will provide a special coverage program to cover the repair of transmissions that are identified by the remedy software as containing a defective control valve. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, GMC customer service at GMC 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242454440.
- NHTSA 24V060000Feb 1, 2024Structure & Body570,434 vehicles
Latches/locks/linkages:tailgate:latch
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with power-unlatching tailgates. The tailgate's electronic gate-release switch may short circuit due to water intrusion, which can result in the tailgate inadvertently unlatching while the vehicle is in park.
Risk: An unlatched tailgate may open while driving and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised to check that the tailgate is closed and latched before driving. Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232426400.
- NHTSA 21V758000Sep 29, 2021Brakes3,241 vehiclesPark Outside
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, and Sierra 3500 vehicles with electronic brake control modules (EBCM) replaced during vehicle assembly. The bolts that attach the brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV) assembly may not be properly tightened, which could fail to seal the two sub-assemblies and allow water intrusion.
Risk: Water in the BPMV may cause an electrical short circuit and increase the risk of fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from other structures until the recall repair is completed. Dealers will replace the BPMV assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 20, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212349181.
2022 compared with other Sierra 3500 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 a bad year?
- Compared to other Sierra 3500 model years, 2022 ranks 2nd worst out of 16 years tracked, with a Complaint Index of 93 and an Avoid verdict from NHTSA complaint data.
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 GMC Sierra 3500?
- NHTSA complaints point to the Electrical System as the top problem area, making up 26% of complaints, followed by Suspension, Wheels & Tires and Transmission & Powertrain, each at 19%.
- Does the 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this year, covering the transmission control module software, power-unlatching tailgate wiring, and electronic brake control modules; the brake recall advises owners to park outside until repaired.
- How many complaints and crashes does NHTSA report for the 2022 Sierra 3500?
- NHTSA lists 31 complaints for the 2022 Sierra 3500, including 3 crashes and 5 injuries, with no fires or deaths reported.
- How does 2022 compare to other Sierra 3500 years?
- 2022's Complaint Index of 93 is worse than 2021 (60) and most earlier years, but better than 2024's Complaint Index of 100, which ranks as the worst year.