More recall homework
2019 GMC Sierrahas more recalls listed.
Compare two vehicles
Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.
More complaint activity
2019 GMC Sierrahas more complaint records.
Open investigation signals
2019 GMC Sierrahas more open investigations.
Lower estimated fuel cost
2018 GMC Sierramay cost less to fuel.
Short answer: Sierra needs more recall homework, Sierra has more complaint activity, Sierra has more severity reports, Sierra has more open investigation signals and Sierra has the lower fuel-cost estimate. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.
Public-record comparison
Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.
| Record | 2019 GMC Sierra | 2018 GMC Sierra | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total recalls | 10 | 7 | Sierra has 3 more recalls |
| Total complaints | 587 | 290 | Sierra has 297 more complaints |
| Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports | 12 / 3 / 7 / 0 | 10 / 1 / 5 / 0 | Sierra has 6 more severity reports |
| Defect investigations | 4 | 0 | Sierra has 4 more investigations |
| Open investigations | 2 | 0 | Sierra has 2 more open investigations |
| Manufacturer communications | 409 | 380 | Sierra has 29 more communications |
| Recall completion reports | 71 | 30 | Sierra has 41 more reports |
| Warranty programs | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Service campaigns | 3 | 2 | Sierra has 1 more service campaigns |
| Software notices | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Canadian recall records | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Latest recall | Dec 16, 2021 | May 21, 2026 | Sierra has newer activity |
| Latest complaint | May 30, 2026 | May 18, 2026 | Sierra has newer activity |
| Top complaint categories Top 3 |
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| Different |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Same |
| Efficiency | 17 combined MPG | 20 combined MPG | Different |
| Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year | $3,500 | $3,000 | Sierra about $500 less |
| Safety-rating records | 6 | 7 | Different availability |