Complaint volume
517 consumer-submitted complaints are matched to this model year. Treat the count as a research signal, then read the actual summaries for repeated symptoms.
Complaint records
2022 GMC Sierra Complaints
517 consumer-submitted complaints on record for the 2022 GMC Sierra, grouped by component category.
517 Total complaints
10 Crash reports
6 Fire reports
3 Injury reports
Complaint data reflects consumer-submitted reports. A complaint is not proof
of a defect, recall, or manufacturer fault. Enriched severity fields come
from official bulk records when the complaint can be matched by ODI number.
Buyer interpretation
How to use these complaints before buying
Complaint records are most useful when they turn into inspection points, seller questions, and comparison checks against nearby model years.
Pattern to inspect
The most common categories are engine, structure, power train. Use those categories as a test-drive checklist instead of judging the vehicle from the total count alone.
Severity flags
Enriched records include 10 crash reports, 6 fire reports, 3 injury reports, and 0 fatality reports. These fields come from complaint records and should be read in context.
Mileage clue
Mileage is available on 78 complaints, with an average reported failure mileage of 44,857 miles. Compare that with the mileage on the listing.
Questions to ask the seller
- Have you had any problems related to engine, structure, power train?
- Can I see recent maintenance and repair records?
- Has the vehicle ever been towed, involved in a crash, or repaired for the same issue twice?
- Can we also check the recall record for this 2022 GMC Sierra?
Used-car checklist
Use these complaints before the test drive.
Build a buyer checklist to turn these issues into questions and inspection points.
2022 GMC Sierra
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How severe are the 2022 GMC Sierra complaints?
10 Crash
6 Fire
3 Injury
0 Fatality
34 Towed
1 Medical attention
What are the most common 2022 GMC Sierra complaint categories?
ENGINE 140
STRUCTURE 73
POWER TRAIN 49
UNKNOWN OR OTHER 46
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 26
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 21
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE 21
SERVICE BRAKES 13
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER 8
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE 7
517 total complaints on record
Latest complaints
| Date | Component | Summary | Severity | Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2025 | ENGINE | Rod and bearing failure at 80k miles. I was driving down the road and the vehicle turned off leaving me stranded on the road.there was no warning | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jan 2025 | ENGINE | My engine locked up on me 3 times without notice or warning at all while driving 75-80mph down the highway. All the times myself and my family were put in danger of being hit by traffic and the locations were the vehicle stopped was around a curve where other drivers wouldn’t notice until it was too late. Freezing cold and could stay in the vehicle scared we might get hit while inside. Second time it stopped at around 10:30om in the middle of nowhere in [XXX]. Even the cops couldn’t get us tow. Finally 6 hours later a friend had to come get us. I reached out to the GM CEO per email and no reply. I tried to get them to take the vehicle back and after supposedly fixing the engine after having it for 3 months I got it back with no loaner to use during this time. The engine failed again a month later. Again after supposedly fixing the engine it failed a third time. If failed the first time in January 2024 and the second time in May 2024 and then the third time in July 2024. I have anxiety and now taking medication from even driving this vehicle afraid it will stop again. Replacing the engine isn’t acceptable to me. Please help. The first place to to rebuild the engine Crossville, TN (Dave Kirk Chevrolet GMC), then it to Parks Buick GMC-Greenville: 2640 Laurens Rd, Greenville, SC 29607. and then to Loves Buick GMC, 736 Saturn Pkwy, Columbia, SC 29212. I have all the email sent to GM leaders and their executive leadership team. My vehicle had only 22,000 miles on it and I guess doesn’t fall under the lemon law in SC so they didn’t want to take it back. I feel helpless in this situation. Even getting a lawyer isn’t guaranteed a win and then I’ll be out of more money. Being a [XXX] this really sucks to be treated like my life and family life doesn’t matter. I bought the vehicle brand new from Jim Buick, GMC, Cadillac in Columbia, SC. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jan 2025 | POWER TRAIN,ENGINE | My truck lost power while driving on the interstate.. had to restart while traffic moved around me.. truck eventually restarted and then again died while getting off exit ramp in traffic. Towed to Dealership and was diagnosed with a "blown" rod bearing. Full Engine replacement. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jan 2025 | ENGINE | Truck engine just died while driving. Engine is unrepairable with metal in the oil. Has only 105,000 miles | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jan 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | The tailgate will drop completely down by itself while driving at highway speeds. It has happened numerous times while driving on the interstate highway when I had large items in the back of the truck. Items such as propane cylinder, large cooler with ice and drinks, luggage, furniture, etc. The first time was a few days after buying the truck in Sep 2022. I reported it to the dealer, the ordered a replacement electrical component and replaced it. That did not correct the problem. I took it to another dealer in early 2024 and they worked on it but said it was going to be a recall by GMC but they did not know when. It's been almost a year and the tailgate still falls down by itself completely at random. It just happened again today while driving in heavy traffic on city streets. Fortunately, I didn't have anything in the back of the truck. It happened once during the night while the truck was in my garage and hit the garage door. I no longer put anything in the back of the truck, but I am concerned that it happens to others or will happen and someone on the highway will be seriously injured when a large heavy item falls out on the interstate highway. It can cause a major accident and GMC is obviously not as concerned as they should be. It's not the dealer's fault and is solely GMC's responsibility to correct this condition before someone is injured or killed. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jan 2025 | STRUCTURE | I was driving home from work on the highway, when the top part of the front grill broke off and flew up hitting the windshield. It caused me to abruptly swerve into the other lane of the highway. Luckily there was nobody in the other lane. The part could of also hit another car that was behind me. Going on line, I see this is quite common issue for 2022 GMC trucks and it occurs on the same conditions, driving down the highway. I suggest a recall to get this fixed. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jan 2025 | ENGINE | The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 70 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed, and the vehicle started losing automotive power. The contact pulled over to the side of the highway and turned off the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to restart. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the push rods were faulty, and that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage 25,000 | Crash: No Fire: No Towed | 25,000 |
| Jan 2025 | ENGINE | on 12/14/24 my engine shut off while passing 18 wheeler, on my dash it said: start vehicle again. Vehicle had no power and i was forced to pull over on the side of the road. Was not able to crank the vehicle and a tow truck was called to tow my truck to the dealer. A week later i was told there was metal in the oil filter and engine replacement was required | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jan 2025 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with crankshaft sensor failure. The mechanic referred the contact to the dealer for the repair. The contact stated that the vehicle was able to restart; however, the failure recurred while driving to the dealer. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with crankshaft sensor failure. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that upon picking up the vehicle from the dealer, while driving 80 MPH, the failure recurred. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 39,400. | Crash: No Fire: No Towed | 39,400 |
| Jan 2025 | STRUCTURE | I was on the interstate going 60-70 mph and I noticed that my front upper trim of the grille was flapping and then just flew off my grille | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jan 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE | The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while her husband was driving approximately 75 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled, and the instrument cluster had gone blank. The contact stated that her husband was able to coast to the side of the highway and stopped the vehicle. The contact’s husband attempted to restart the vehicle several times, but the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine had seized, and the 12-volt battery harness had short-circuited. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000. | Crash: No Fire: No Towed | 65,000 |
| Jan 2025 | STRUCTURE | While driving on the interstate at 75 mph, the top trim from my grill flew off unprovoked hitting my windshield and roof of the truck. Luckily there wasn't anyone behind us but the noise definitely spooked myself and the passenger not knowing what just hit the windshield. I took it into the dealer from who I purchased the truck and told the entire grill must be replaced for a whopping $1571.26 not covered under warranty. The truck only has 24000 miles on it and cost near $80K. Thanks GMC!! Scorned customer. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jan 2025 | STRUCTURE | Entering a freeway and getting up to speed, the moulding between my grille and hood flew off. I was not able to recover it, therefore it has not been inspected by anyone. Luckily, this happened at night when there were very few drivers on the road, but had it happened during a busy time, it is likely that piece would have hit another vehicle(s). It has been reported as a problem on many forums. This happened without warning and there were no warnings after it occurred. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jan 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Tailgate opens up in Park and/or when Truck is shut off. Tailgate continues to click after it opens itself. I have found my truck battery dead if left connected overnight. For the last week i disconnect the battery when i shut the truck off, and reconnect when i want to start it to insure getting to work on time. Same problem as what is described on the current Recall N242469160. But yet my truck is not show a recall on it. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jan 2025 | POWER TRAIN | My 2022 Sierra Denali shows message "Shift To Park" when turning off, even though it has been shifted to park, the dashboard stays lit as well as the radio on. Horn even goes off alerting as if the engine is on and me walking away with the key in my pocket even though engine is off. Have to play with shifter to get it to stop, sometimes turning it back on and off will do trick. Locking it with remote works most of the time but when this happens, I can't use remoteless key access, door just won't lock. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Jan 2025 | POWER TRAIN,ENGINE | The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while her husband was driving 40-45 MPH, the vehicle experienced reduced engine power and failed to exceed 30 MPH. The driver was able to pull to the side of the road. The driver turned off and restarted the vehicle. The contact stated that upon shifting to reverse(R), the RPM decreased, and the vehicle failed to respond. The driver was able to drive to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission had failed, and there were metal shavings inside the transmission. The dealer determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a related recall. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for the VIN to be added to a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000. | Crash: No Fire: No | 90,000 |
| Jan 2025 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | UNKNOWN - While driving down the highway, the front hood molding flew off the front of my truck after a semi passed by me going the opposite direction. No physical contact was made to any part of my vehicle had occurred. The molding piece flew directly behind me on the highway and almost hit another car. I pulled over and inspected the front and noticed that the plastic clips that hold the molding piece in place had snapped off. After researching online, I have found numerous instances of people reporting the same thing happening to them. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Dec 2024 | STRUCTURE | Driving on the highway, the upper grill molding on the leading edge of the hood broke off and came up and hit the windshield and top of the cab. Upon further research online, this seems to be a pretty common occurrence on sierras with the at4 trim package. I was told by the dealership that extended warranty does not cover this and I would have to order an entire new grille, over $1000 | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Dec 2024 | POWER TRAIN | When the truck reaches approximately 50mph it is unable to shift into the next gears and then it's unable to downshift. The transmission will not go into neutral. The truck must be stopped and turned off, sometimes it will need to be restarted 2x before it's able to shift into first gear. The outdoors temperature was approximately 24F, transmission temp was 178F. The truck locked into 7th gear 6x in a row while the transmission was set to normal driving mode. There were no signs of transmission failure until the vehicle reached approximately 50mph, afterwards the check engine light illuminated, a warning stating "reduced acceleration drive with care" and "service transmission now unable to shift soon". The trucks RPMs were approximately 2500rpm while driving 45mph and would not go down because the transmission would not shift up or down. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Dec 2024 | STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Trim piece of chromed plastic on the front of the hood broke off and flew over the truck while traveling at 65mph. Fortunately no vehicles were close behind, but it could have damaged a following vehicle and/or caused them to swerve to avoid. This part is obviously a defective assembly. Photo available | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Dec 2024 | STRUCTURE | As I was traveling down the interstate at about 70 mph the front upper grille moulding flew off and almost hit the vehicle behind me. The clips that held this on the vehicle are very weak and this is happening to many of the same vehicles. Had I hit a car behind me there could have been significant damage, and luckily there was not a motorcyclist behind me. I did not hear any rattling or have any damage to the vehicle, this is simply a manufacturer's issue. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Dec 2024 | STRUCTURE | While driving approximately 70mph down the freeway the upper grille assembly snapped off and went airborne, it struck the passenger side of my windshield putting 2 large scratches on my windshield. It then hit the roof of the vehicle and continued over my vehicle. Upon inspection the guard is held on by extremely thin clips and all clips sheared in almost identical spots. This creates a huge safety hazard for motorists behind the Vehicle that could be struck by the flying piece. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Dec 2024 | STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER | While driving down the highway, then without any warning the front upper lip of truck grille flew off randomly. The broken piece shattered windshield and caused damage to body of vehicle. Reported to dealer, but they said I must have hit something to cause the damage. I did not hit anything. I was simply driving down the highway. This was a failure of the truck. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Dec 2024 | STRUCTURE | Upper molding of grille flew off while driving. Seems to be a common problem amongst 2022 Models of AT4 | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Dec 2024 | STRUCTURE | The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the radiator grille detached from the front on the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to be inspected or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000. | Crash: No Fire: No | 50,000 |