Wheel & Tire complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 17% | — |
| 2024 | 4 | 4% | 57,000 miles |
| 2023 | 4 | 12% | — |
| 2022 | 6 | 14% | 26,000 miles |
| 2021 | 1 | 2% | — |
| 2020 | 4 | 5% | 25,000 miles |
| 2019 | 2 | 6% | 21,000 miles |
| 2018 | 4 | 11% | 8,000 miles |
| 2017 | 1 | 3% | 0 miles |
| 2016 | 4 | 7% | 71,000 miles |
| 2015 | 4 | 4% | 7,000 miles |
| 2013 | 2 | 4% | 119,000 miles |
| 2012 | 3 | 10% | 45,000 miles |
| 2011 | 6 | 10% | 57,000 miles |
| 2009 | 2 | 6% | 26,000 miles |
| 2008 | 1 | 2% | 58,000 miles |
| 2007 | 3 | 4% | 39,000 miles |
| 2006 | 7 | 11% | 20,000 miles |
| 2005 | 7 | 6% | 94,000 miles |
| 2004 | 4 | 3% | 155,000 miles |
| 2003 | 3 | 2% | 61,000 miles |
| 2002 | 5 | 4% | 55,000 miles |
| 2001 | 14 | 10% | 101,000 miles |
| 2000 | 1 | 2% | — |
| 1999 | 3 | 8% | 102,000 miles |
| 1997 | 2 | 14% | 141,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (wheels, lug nuts, original-equipment tires, TPMS).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact owns a 2024 GMC Sierra 2500 equipped with BF Goodrich Tires, Tire Line: K03, Tire Size: 275/70/R18, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle started vibrating. No warning light was illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed, and determined that the tires were out of round and provided the contact with several readings on the tires. The manufacturer was contacted, and informed the contact that the tires were out of warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.
Traveling on I-10 doing approx 75 mph head a loud boom and saw sparks coming from the read drivers side of the truck. Truck was riding a bit low on that side. Pulled over and determined the tire had blown up. Currently doing the insurance claim and repair as there was substantial damage to the truck. No crash or involvement by other motorists. Did not hit anything.
While driving at highway speed, the left rear OEM Goodyear Wrangler 275/65R20 tire experienced a sudden tread separation and catastrophic failure. The tire pressure was correct, there were no TPMS warnings or other vehicle alerts, and the vehicle did not strike any road debris or other object prior to the failure. The truck was purchased new in December 2022 and has approximately 14,500 miles. The tread separation caused extensive damage to the truck, including the bedside, bumper, taillight, wheel opening trim, and other components. The body shop repairing the vehicle advised that they have seen numerous similar failures, and I have also found multiple reports from other owners of the same OEM Goodyear Wrangler 275/65R20 tires experiencing tread separations. I am reporting this incident due to concerns about a potential defect in these tires.
These tires are not safe for off-road to highway use. After transitioning to the highway from a gravel driveway, I noticed that rocks were stuck in the treads. A significant about of rocks became dislodged and start to contact my vehicles underbody steps. I feel as if this can create significant and costly problems for the vehicles that are following close or perhaps behind in any manner. Large rocks and what I would classify as mini boulders are often found lodged in the tread and don't come out till they are picked out or fly out.
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 equipped with Goodyear Tires, Tire Line: Wrangler Trail Runner A/T, Tire Size: LT275/65/R20, DOT Number: 1PJOTJB1B3221. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, there was an explosion, and the entire tread width of the front driver side tire delaminated and wrapped around the axle. The contact stated that the tire did not deflate, and the radial belts were visible. No warning light illuminated. The contact stated that two months later, with the second set of tires on the vehicle, the failure reoccurred with the driver's side rear tire. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the two front tires were replaced. The contact stated that with the second set of four tires, the failure had occurred twice. The tires were the original equipment. The contact stated that the tires had a tread depth of 4/32. …
Concerning Goodyear Wrangler Trailrunner AT P275/65/20 tires that came stock with my 2022 GMC Sierra 2500HD, which currently has 42,000 miles on it. While driving a round trip of no more than 30 miles the evening of 11/29/24, I noticed a slight repetative jaring motion, which I initially attributed to a potential transmission issue. The bump rapidly worsened halfway though the drive. Upon inspection at the time, I could not see any visible damage to the tire. However, the issue escalated aggressively during my return home, resulting in the tire blowing out and detreading entirely. This failure caused significant damage to the body of my truck, amounting to an estimated $3,500 in repair costs. I believe this incident is due to a defect in the tire, as such occurrences are highly uncommon and unexpected from a product of your reputation. …
The contact owns a 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 equipped with Goodyear Tires, Tire Line: Wrangler Trail Runner, Tire Size: LT275/65/R20, DOT Number: PJ0TJB1V 2319. The contact stated that within a three-day period while hauling a camper on a road trip, all four tires experienced a failure. The contact indicated that the first failure occurred while driving approximately 60 MPH; the rear driver's side tire experienced a blowout. During the failure, the driver's side rear quarter panel was severely damaged. The contact stated that later on while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear passenger's side tire experienced a similar blowout causing damage to the passenger's side rear quarter panel. Additionally, on another occasion while driving approximately 50 MPH on the same road trip, the front passenger's side tire experienced tread separation. …
I was travelling south bound on the highway at 70 mph when out of no where the left rear tire failed. The tread peeled back like an alligator skin and tore apart the side of my truck and caused me to fishtail all over the highway. I was able to avoid colliding with other vehicles on the road and miraculously made it to the shoulder of the highway. The tire is a Goodyear Wrangler TrailRunner AT in a size LT275/65/R20. I still have the remaining parts of the tire. My vehicle is still under manufacturer warranty, but the GMC dealer turned me away and told me I had to deal with Goodyear directly. I reached out to Goodyear to file a claim for the tire failure and damages related to it. They have been ignoring me for over a week, so I have filed a claim with my insurance company to handle the damages. I'm currently waiting to get my truck into the shop for repairs. …
Related recalls (2)
Tires
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and GMC Sierra 2500 vehicles equipped with the enhanced towing option and 20-inch accessory tire/wheel package.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, update the engine control module (ECM) software, apply a tire label overlay, inflate tires to the correct pressure, and perform a tire pressure monitor system (TPMS) re-learn process as necessary,…
Tires › Temporary/emergency spare tire
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and GMC Sierra 2500 vehicles equipped with a 17" spare tire (RPO ZHQ or ZXT) and either the 20" accessory road tire (RPO REM) or the 18" accessory road tire (RPO Q2V).
Remedy: Dealers will provide the appropriate spare tire and apply a new spare tire information label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 18, 2021.
Frequently asked questions
Which GMC Sierra 2500 years have wheel & tire problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2001 (14), 2005 (7), 2006 (7), 2011 (6) and 2022 (6) model years. Wheel & Tire complaints make up 10% of all complaints for the 2001.
Is there a recall for GMC Sierra 2500 wheel & tire problems?
Yes — 2 recalls, including 26V-530 (tires, Aug 13, 2026); 21V-578 (temporary/emergency spare tire, Jul 29, 2021). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do GMC Sierra 2500 wheel & tire problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 64,000 miles; 47% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the tread/belt (19 mentions), followed by the sidewall (3).
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.