Window & Wiper complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2025 | 5 | 4% | — |
| 2024 | 10 | 3% | 9,000 miles |
| 2023 | 7 | 1% | — |
| 2022 | 1 | 0% | — |
| 2021 | 7 | 1% | 5,000 miles |
| 2020 | 14 | 3% | 28,000 miles |
| 2019 | 8 | 1% | 2,000 miles |
| 2018 | 3 | 1% | 2,000 miles |
| 2017 | 11 | 3% | 37,000 miles |
| 2016 | 12 | 3% | 89,000 miles |
| 2015 | 21 | 3% | 45,000 miles |
| 2014 | 17 | 2% | 48,000 miles |
| 2013 | 1 | 1% | 18,000 miles |
| 2012 | 1 | 1% | 110,000 miles |
| 2011 | 3 | 1% | 60,000 miles |
| 2010 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2009 | 3 | 1% | 8,000 miles |
| 2008 | 3 | 1% | 6,000 miles |
| 2007 | 5 | 2% | 43,000 miles |
| 2006 | 1 | 1% | 54,000 miles |
| 2005 | 1 | 1% | 66,000 miles |
| 2004 | 3 | 1% | 53,000 miles |
| 2003 | 3 | 2% | 68,000 miles |
| 2000 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 1998 | 11 | 19% | 90,000 miles |
| 1997 | 14 | 17% | 80,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (power windows, windshield, wipers, mirrors, sunroof).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
I own a 2025 GMC Sierra 1500. The rearview camera is inoperable at night (image is too dark). Brought vehicle into to purchasing dealer with complaint. After service, I was told that there was nothing they could do to correct the issue. I then contacted GMC customer service. They advised to bring the vehicle to a different dealer and upon completion to contact customer service again. I did as advised and took the vehicle to a second dealership with the same result. As you are aware, this is a violation of federal law and a serious safety issue for small children, pets or any object behind the vehicle in the dark. Based on what I have been able to discover there are many people with this same complaint. GM is not addressing this issue and is as unwilling to assist others as they have been to assist me.
Cruise control activates at speeds between 1-5mph, which frequently happens while turning, parking, or going through a drive-through. The cruise control activates by a toggle on the left spoke of the steering wheel, which can be easily bumped while doing low-speed maneuvers like parking. When bumping the toggle, the cruise indicator shows a set speed of 15-18 mph, and the vehicle surges forward trying to attain that speed. Since this occurs while maneuvering to park, it creates a dangerous situation if anyone is nearby and you are unable to react in time. This is an ongoing problem that can be duplicated at will. Rear backup camera very dark at night it's unusable.
The contact owns a 2024 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that there was an unknown failure with the front and rear cameras. The driver's and passengers' side mirror indicators remained illuminated but occasionally failed to operate. There was a glare that was shining into the vehicle while it was raining and driving at night. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that an unknown module was not operating as needed. The rear wiring harness was replaced. The seat module and transmission were repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was opened. The Attorney General was contacted and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 9,000.
The contact owns a 2024 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the windshield washer fluid activated unintendedly and sprayed over the front windshield, causing a visibility hazard for the driver. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who repaired a loosened electrical wire, and the vehicle was repaired. Additionally, the radio cluster unintendedly deactivated, and the OnStar Service became unavailable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the radio cluster, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not yet contacted regarding the failure. The failure mileage was 3,000.
The plastic upper rail glass guide frame on the rear sliding window assembly of my 2023 GMC Sierra developed structural micro-cracks during normal vehicle operation. This manufacturing defect is a known issue tracked internally by the manufacturer under Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) #18-NA-383.This structural failure allows severe water intrusion into the passenger cabin. The leaking water runs straight down the inside back wall of the cab, completely flooding and corroding sensitive, factory-installed electronic safety modules mounted directly beneath the leak path.This continuous water intrusion caused the catastrophic electrical failure and corrosion of the video processing control module located behind the rear seat. …
I bought a 2023 GMC Sierra Elevation pickup truck and I need towing mirrors and GM will not sell me them. They offer them if you order a truck which takes a long time. I had to buy my truck off the dealers lot because I had an accident with my previous truck. I tow a 34' long 8' wide travel trailer and feel it is a safety hazard not having towing mirrors to safely see, drive and maneuver my travel trailer driving. I don't buy any excuses that they're not available due to shortages. I talked to my dealer, GMC customer support who also transferred me to their accessory representative who wouldn't talk to me because I wasn't a dealer.
A small drip started approximately 18 months ago from top middle of left side window in rear slider. It was first mistaken as blow by from car wash. Leaking slowly progressed to dripping down middle of both side windows in rear sliders. Leaking progressed to drops coming from under headliner then dropping on side portions of rear slider. It then would drip onto seat or behind seats. Leakage was consistent with TSB 18-NA-383 as well as 20-NA-142 and 24-NA-103. In discussing with dealership, they recommended likely microfractures and sealant process called for in bulletins would likely resolve matter. As due diligence, spoke with independent glass shop to confirm. Glass shop indicated would not know until physically checked cracks/source of leak and looked for damage but based upon photos it appeared to be several frame fractures consistent with bulletins. …
I don't believe this needs to have an investigation, but i would like it documented and brought to GM's attention for future body designs. I have never had as many rocks/debris hit my windshield as I have with this truck. I have had one chip in a windshield in 30+ years of driving, until this truck where I have had several that needed repairs, and this last one has created a Crack large enough where my windshield needs replaced. It may be bad luck, but I've talked to multiple other Sierra owners and most of them have had the same issue. A couple have had the windshield replaced almost yearly. Please at minimum inform GM engineers to possibly determine the cause (I assume aerodynamics) so they can incorporate the flaw (if there really is one) into future designs. The photo I included happened almost immediately after the impact. The crack has grown several inches since as expected.
Frequently asked questions
Which GMC Sierra 1500 years have window & wiper problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2015 (21), 2014 (17), 1997 (14), 2020 (14) and 2016 (12) model years. Window & Wiper complaints make up 3% of all complaints for the 2015.
Is there a recall for GMC Sierra 1500 window & wiper problems?
No. NHTSA lists no windows, wipers & sunroof recall for any GMC Sierra 1500 model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do GMC Sierra 1500 window & wiper problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 54,000 miles; 49% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the windshield wiper/washer (12 mentions), followed by the windshield wiper/washer › motor (9).
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.