Engine complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | 18% | 40,000 miles |
| 2024 | 9 | 18% | 100,000 miles |
| 2023 | 4 | 14% | 79,000 miles |
| 2022 | 3 | 9% | 68,000 miles |
| 2021 | 3 | 15% | — |
| 2020 | 7 | 14% | 19,000 miles |
| 2019 | 3 | 23% | 27,000 miles |
| 2018 | 1 | 7% | — |
| 2017 | 2 | 15% | — |
| 2016 | 5 | 26% | 105,000 miles |
| 2015 | 5 | 16% | 49,000 miles |
| 2014 | 1 | 14% | — |
| 2013 | 2 | 14% | 145,000 miles |
| 2012 | 3 | 33% | 30,000 miles |
| 2011 | 1 | 5% | 106,000 miles |
| 2009 | 1 | 20% | 11,000 miles |
| 2008 | 1 | 4% | 84,000 miles |
| 2007 | 3 | 19% | 260,000 miles |
| 2006 | 1 | 9% | 0 miles |
| 2005 | 3 | 13% | 4,000 miles |
| 2002 | 2 | 10% | 120,000 miles |
| 2001 | 8 | 22% | 69,000 miles |
| 2000 | 3 | 12% | 38,000 miles |
| 1999 | 2 | 11% | — |
| 1997 | 1 | 10% | — |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact owns a 2025 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that the transmission was shifting hard and was jerking while shifting gear. Additionally, the vehicle failed to accelerate above 50 MPH. The messages "Reduced Acceleration" and "DEF Low" were displayed. While refueling the vehicle, the fuel gauge failed to correctly display the level of fuel inside the fuel tank until the vehicle had been driven for approximately 20 minutes. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be updated. The system was recalibrated; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to another dealer, George Kell Motors (3808 Van Dyke Rd, Newport, AR 72112); and the system was recalibrated. However, the failures persisted. …
"I own a 2025 GMC Sierra with 30,000 miles. The oil cooler failed and caused loss of oil pressure and potential internal engine damage. The dealership acknowledges the failure but refuses to escalate the case or perform a proper inspection. I am being instructed to continue driving the truck even though it may suffer catastrophic failure while driving. This is a safety hazard."
The contact owns a 2024 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact was advised by the local dealer that the engine might need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
This 2024 GMC Sierra Heavy Duty has experienced a continuous pattern of major mechanical and electrical failures since early ownership. The vehicle required a complete engine replacement under warranty at approximately 43,626 miles. Since that time, the vehicle has continued to experience repeated injector failures, control module faults, communication errors, and voltage-related system issues. Current diagnostic codes indicate multiple simultaneous failures including ignition relay feedback circuits, control module power faults, gateway communication loss, brake system communication faults, and battery voltage circuit errors. The dealership has diagnosed a power distribution / fuse block failure at approximately 79,000 miles. …
I have had an incident where my 2023 gmc 3500 hd was had left me stranded earler this week. i towed the new truck to a certified dealer and i haven't heard anything since then. they mentioned my transmission will need to be fully replaced because valve body issues of solenoid a,e,f, are stuck open and closed codes on the 10 speed transmission upon researching my trucks history it was manufactured in 2022 and pulled out for sale october 2022 and i have seen. 242454441 special recall the same issues i experienced shudder and engine power reduced and no parking gear or driving. …
While out of Town driving back home Wheel lock up on my 3500hd dually 2023 gmc .. vehicle had shudder effect and from 75 to 25 mph drasticly and engine reduced power light came on and wouldn't come out of drive and then after stopping vehicle To cement parking safety block the vehicle had multiple codes for valve body and transmission failure relating to the na242454441 issue on previous year models and gmc is not working properly on a resolution but admitting that it is having the exact issue of previous models and with this issue I was promised for full replacement at no cost I am currently working with executive team to help fix the issue that the dealership in Levelland Texas is not honest about what codes are within parameters when infact have A dtc code reader and was able to get a photo and have history of code showing etc
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated intermittently. The contact stated while driving approximately 50-70 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact noticed that the vehicle was experiencing reduced power and performance. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the NOx sensor was replaced and a manual DPF regeneration was performed. The vehicle was repaired and remained at the dealer. The contact related the failure to GM Campaign Number: N212351211. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.
Engine lag and performance drops while driving vehicle. Vehicle was taken to the dealership and remained at dealership for five days. Employee was given permission to drive the vehicle to experience the issue. Issue was confirmed by dealership, but they stated it's one of three issues and they would have to repair all three issues at my cost to figure out what's causing the engine lag.
Related recalls (1)
Engine
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 4500, 5500 and 6500 vehicles and 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 vehicles and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with Duramax 6.6 liter diesel engines and an optional engine-block heater.
Remedy: GM will contact owners, dealers will replace the engine block heater, free of charge. Additionally, in Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 vehicles, dealers will install a new rerouted heater cord.
NHTSA investigations
Crank position sensor failure - stall
In a letter dated November 7, 2007, general motors (GM) reported to the office of defects investigation (odi) that it will conduct a safety recall (07v-521) to replace the crank position sensor (ckp) in approximately 12,000 model year (my) 2001 Chevrolet silverado and GMC sierra vehicles equipped with 8.1 liter engines manufactured on or before November 15, 2000.according to GM, the ckp can fail intermittently or…
Frequently asked questions
Which GMC Sierra 3500 years have engine problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2024 (9), 2001 (8), 2020 (7), 2015 (5) and 2016 (5) model years. Engine complaints make up 18% of all complaints for the 2024.
Is there a recall for GMC Sierra 3500 engine problems?
Yes — 1 recall, including 19V-328 (engine, Apr 25, 2019). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do GMC Sierra 3500 engine problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 70,000 miles; 46% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the engine (4 mentions), followed by the engine › gasoline (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.