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2022 GMC Sierra

Recalls, consumer complaints, safety ratings, fuel cost estimate, and next steps from official public data sources.

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2022 GMC Sierra
6 Total recalls
Feb 12, 2026 Latest recall date
516 Complaint reports
$3,013 Estimated fuel cost
Quick answer: The 2022 GMC Sierra has 6 official recalls and 516 consumer complaints in our database. The latest recall date is Feb 12, 2026. The most common complaint categories include engine, structure, power train. Estimated annual fuel cost is $3,013 based on the current calculator assumptions.

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Recall homework

There are 6 official recalls listed for this model year. Before buying, use the VIN to confirm which campaigns are still open and ask for dealer repair records on completed work.

Owner complaint pattern

Owner complaints most often mention engine, structure, power train. Scan those categories before the test drive so you know what symptoms, warning lights, or service history to ask about.

Open investigation signal

3 federal defect investigations are still open. That is not a recall, but it is worth reading before assuming the issue is settled.

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Safety ratings

Official safety ratings were found for 6 tested variants of the 2022 GMC Sierra.

Overall 5/5 stars
Frontal crash 4/5 stars
Side crash 5/5 stars
Rollover 4/5 stars

Displayed variant: 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/CC 2WD ; rollover risk 19.1%

Safety ratings can vary by tested body style, trim, drivetrain, or variant. Do not assume every trim has the same rating unless the official record says so.
Variant Overall Front Side Rollover
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/CC 2WD Default 5/5 stars 4/5 stars 5/5 stars 4/5 stars
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/CC 4WD 5/5 stars 4/5 stars 5/5 stars 4/5 stars
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/EC 2WD Not Rated Not Rated 5/5 stars 4/5 stars
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/EC 4WD Not Rated Not Rated 5/5 stars 4/5 stars
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/RC 2WD Not Rated Not Rated 5/5 stars 4/5 stars
2022 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/RC 4WD Not Rated Not Rated 5/5 stars 4/5 stars

How many recalls does the 2022 GMC Sierra have?

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6 official recalls on record for the 2022 GMC Sierra. 32 matched quarterly completion reports are available.

Latest recall: February 12, 2026

Recall data is based on official records. This page is not an official VIN recall check. Always confirm open recalls with an official VIN lookup, the manufacturer, or an authorized dealer. Completion reports are campaign-level, delayed, and not VIN-specific.
Campaign Component Summary Consequence Remedy Date Completion
26V083000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, 3500, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles that may have been repaired incorrectly under recall 24V797. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock up. Rear wheel lock up increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the vehicles and update the transmission control software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252516560. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 12, 2026. Feb 2026 2026-1
262 remedied / 1,055 involved (24.8%)
25V274000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure. Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000. Apr 2025 2026-1
472,686 remedied / 597,571 involved (79.1%)
25V060000 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. A detached front grille deflector may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. 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. Feb 2025 2026-1
50,420 remedied / 70,768 involved (71.3%)
24V797000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE 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. Rear wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash. 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. Oct 2024 2026-1
340,568 remedied / 463,295 involved (73.5%)
22V903000 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." DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash. 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. Dec 2022 2024-4
715,321 remedied / 740,108 involved (96.7%)
22V463000 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." An inoperative high-mounted brake light can reduce visibility to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash. 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. Jun 2022 2024-4
17 remedied / 242 involved (7.0%)

Are there federal defect investigations for the 2022 GMC Sierra?

Official records show 5 federal defect investigations matched to the 2022 GMC Sierra.

3 open 2 closed
Investigations are not recalls. They show official defect reviews and may close without a recall, or may reference a related campaign when one exists.
Action Status Component Subject Opened Related recall
RQ26001 Open ENGINE Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 36 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) alleging engine failure in vehicles subject to Recall 25V274. In each VOQ, the engine had the recall remedy completed prior to the reported failure incident. Recall 25V-274 addresses vehicles equipped with a L87 6.2L V8 gas engine that experienced engine damage or failure. Recall 25V-274’s remedy includes an engine inspection.  Based on the results of the inspection the vehicle will receive an oil change to a higher viscosity oil or an engine replacement.  The complaints received allege failures of both remedies. ODI is opening this Recall Query (RQ) to assess the adequacy of the remedy for Recall 25V-274. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov. 		Jan 2026 None
EA25007 Open ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL Loss of motive power due to engine failure
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 1,157 reports of engine bearing failure failures in the L87 6.2L engine produced by General Motors (GM). Of the 1,157 reports received, 173 are outside of the scope of recall 25V-274. These engines are installed in Model Years (MY) 2019–2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, and 2021-2024MY Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe, GMC Yukon/Yukon XL, and Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV vehicles. The subject engine failures were investigated as part of a Preliminary Evaluation (PE25001).  GM determined that these engine failures were due to multiple supplier manufacturing and quality issues. GM issued recall 25V-274 to address the supplier manufacturing and quality issues produced between March 1, 2021, and May 31, 2024. Based on the issuance of recall 25V-274, NHTSA has closed PE25001. ODI continues to receive a significant number of reports of engine failure in vehicles outside the scope of 25V-274.  This presents a potential safety risk that warrants further investigation.  ODI is opening this Engineering Analysis (EA) to further evaluate the scope and severity of the potential problem and to fully assess the potential safety-related issues of vehicles built outside the recall scope. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov. 		Oct 2025 None
EA25007 Open ENGINE Loss of motive power due to engine failure
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 1,157 reports of engine bearing failure failures in the L87 6.2L engine produced by General Motors (GM). Of the 1,157 reports received, 173 are outside of the scope of recall 25V-274. These engines are installed in Model Years (MY) 2019–2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, and 2021-2024MY Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe, GMC Yukon/Yukon XL, and Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV vehicles. The subject engine failures were investigated as part of a Preliminary Evaluation (PE25001).  GM determined that these engine failures were due to multiple supplier manufacturing and quality issues. GM issued recall 25V-274 to address the supplier manufacturing and quality issues produced between March 1, 2021, and May 31, 2024. Based on the issuance of recall 25V-274, NHTSA has closed PE25001. ODI continues to receive a significant number of reports of engine failure in vehicles outside the scope of 25V-274.  This presents a potential safety risk that warrants further investigation.  ODI is opening this Engineering Analysis (EA) to further evaluate the scope and severity of the potential problem and to fully assess the potential safety-related issues of vehicles built outside the recall scope. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov. 		Oct 2025 None
PE25001 Closed ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL Loss of motive power due to engine failure
On January 16, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE25001 after receiving complaints and field reports concerning engine failures in MY2019-2024 GM’s full-size truck and SUV T1XX platform equipped with the L87 6.2L V8 engine. These complainants alleged engine bearing failures resulting in knocking and growling noises from the engine’s bottom end and in some cases more severe consequences such as broken connecting rods leading to engine damage, or engine failure. If the engine fails during vehicle operation, the vehicle will lose propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. On April 24, 2025, GM issued recall 25V-274 to address the concern with L87 engines produced between March 1, 2021, and May 31, 2024.  GM cited the root cause as a supplier manufacturing and quality issues. GM’s  recall remedy will be either an oil change to an oil with a different viscosity or engine replacement depending on the results of the remedy inspection procedure. To date, ODI has received 1,157 allegations of engine bearing failure. GM submitted 55,464 reports in total, with 29,752 unique VINs. ODI continues to receive allegations of L87 engine failures which fall outside of the scope of recall 25V-274. Based on GM’s recall, ODI will close this PE. NHTSA will continue to investigate complaints of engine failure outside the scope of recall 25V-274 as part ofEngineering Analysis (EA25007). To review the ODI reports cited in the Closing Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov. 		Jan 2025
Closed Oct 2025 		25V274
PE25001 Closed ENGINE Loss of motive power due to engine failure
On January 16, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE25001 after receiving complaints and field reports concerning engine failures in MY2019-2024 GM’s full-size truck and SUV T1XX platform equipped with the L87 6.2L V8 engine. These complainants alleged engine bearing failures resulting in knocking and growling noises from the engine’s bottom end and in some cases more severe consequences such as broken connecting rods leading to engine damage, or engine failure. If the engine fails during vehicle operation, the vehicle will lose propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. On April 24, 2025, GM issued recall 25V-274 to address the concern with L87 engines produced between March 1, 2021, and May 31, 2024.  GM cited the root cause as a supplier manufacturing and quality issues. GM’s  recall remedy will be either an oil change to an oil with a different viscosity or engine replacement depending on the results of the remedy inspection procedure. To date, ODI has received 1,157 allegations of engine bearing failure. GM submitted 55,464 reports in total, with 29,752 unique VINs. ODI continues to receive allegations of L87 engine failures which fall outside of the scope of recall 25V-274. Based on GM’s recall, ODI will close this PE. NHTSA will continue to investigate complaints of engine failure outside the scope of recall 25V-274 as part ofEngineering Analysis (EA25007). To review the ODI reports cited in the Closing Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov. 		Jan 2025
Closed Oct 2025 		25V274

Are there manufacturer notices for the 2022 GMC Sierra?

Official records show 430 manufacturer communications on record for the 2022 GMC Sierra.

0 warranty 12 service campaigns 2 software/OTA

Common components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (388), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (347), ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING (273), EQUIPMENT (229), POWER TRAIN (194)

Manufacturer communications are not recalls. They can include service bulletins, repair instructions, warranty extensions, software updates, service campaigns, and other notices.
Date Type Component Summary ID / document
May 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER The document advise technicians after an engine repair involving removal of the camshaft actuators, the vehicle may set p1101 P0172 and or stalls when taken off idle. The technician is instructed to verify the intake and exhaust camshaft actuators are installed onto the correct camshafts. 11032955
PIP6115
May 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This Preliminary information communicates to dealers steps to follow to obtain an IOK radio. 11032948
PIC6602X
May 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This Preliminary information communicates recovery procedure after return to dealer message. 11032788
PIT6209J
May 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This Preliminary Information communicates direction for different audio issues with RPO UQA, UQF, UQS, or NKD 11032783
PIT6406K
May 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues. 11032777
PIT5509M
May 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This preliminary information communicates an issue with a Service Brake system message and DTC C055F due to a low battery condition. Dealer are to inspect the battery, battery connections and for any aftermarket devices. 11032774
PIT6476B
May 2026 Over The Air UNKNOWN OR OTHER • Improvements to OnStar functionality. 11032925
N25-250552
May 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues 11032763
PIC6551B
May 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER Pi created to provide GM dealers with information on gathering information for projection issue 11032764
PIC6423A
May 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER PI created to provide dealer technicians with procedures for updating Google Maps. 11032658
PIT6193B

What are the most common 2022 GMC Sierra complaints?

516 total complaints on record

How much does the 2022 GMC Sierra cost in fuel?

Estimated annual cost $3,013 $251/month at 12,000 miles/year
Effective efficiency 17.9 MPG
Energy used 670 gal/yr
Price assumption $4.50 $/gal

Assumptions: 16 city / 21 highway / 18 combined MPG · Regular Gasoline · efficiency ratings from official public data when available · fuel price default: official public data (U.S. average, Jun 3, 2026)

503 g/mi CO2Fuel score 3/10Smog 6/10

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