Most common 2010 GMC Sierra problems
Share of the 44 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
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What 2010 GMC Sierra owners say
Body & structure
2010 Sierra denali with 53K. 1st dash crack at passenger airbag with approx 20K. 2nd dash crack over steering column at approx 40K. We had to stuff a piece of cardboard in the dash because it rattled so badly. We also have: 1. Passenger door handle chrome peeling and sharp enough to cut 2. A/C control buttons worn off 3. Both front heat/cooled seats have stopped working 4. Running board steps cracked on both sides 5. Tail gate will not stay closed unless locked.
2010 GMC Sierra crew cab pick up truck. Dash panel cracked on upper right corner of passenger side air bag. Upper left corner cracked a couple of weeks later. GMC refuses to admit that there's a problem even though the cracked dash panels have been documented on several different message board and facebook groups.
Air bags
The contact owns a 2010 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH going into an intersection, another vehicle going at approximately 5 MPH, crossed in front of the contact. There were no warning lights illuminated. As a result, the vehicle impacted the other driver on the driver-side front and back door, where it came to a stop. None of the air bags deployed. The contact suffered injuries to his lower back, legs, and a bump on the head with a bruise. The contact's aunt suffered injuries to her back and hip. The contact's uncle's back suffered injuries to his right or left arm; the contact was unsure. The contact and his family member had to have physical therapy due to injuries suffered by a chiropractor. It was unknown if the other passengers in the other vehicle sustained any injuries. There was no property damage. …
The contact owns a 2010 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while the son was driving approximately 75 mph, the driver and passenger side curtain airbags erroneously deployed and the vehicle shut off. During the incident, no crash had occurred to cause the failure. The contact stated that her son sustained bruising to the right side of his face however, no medical attention was required. The vehicle would not restart and was towed to the local dealer. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 125,000.
Brakes
A crack has formed on the passenger side of the dash board near the air bag. This should not occur in a vehicle of this age. The vehicle has been to the dealer on numerous occasions without any mention or action to repair. I will be contacting them on Monday about covering the repair. I believe that this is a manufacturing design issue and the dash should be replaced under warranty. In the month of June 2015, I had to have my master cylinder and brake booster replaced. The first occurrence was in January 2015 of this year and I filled the master cylinder with fluid because of the brake warning system came on and the brake fluid in the master cylinder was at the minimum level. The dealership advised tat it could be the result of low brakes and to keep an eye on it and if it loose brake fluid to bring it in.when it occur again in June 2015, I took it into the dealer. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 GMC Sierra hybrid (na). The contact stated that the brakes grabbed when the vehicle was coming to a stop, which made the vehicle come to an abrupt jerking stop. The contact also stated that when slowing down from higher speeds, he had to depress the brake pedal with extreme force. The dealer gave the contact a memo from the manufacturer to pump the brakes on the hybrids for a smoother stop. The failure mileage was 15 and the current mileage was approximately 2,000...updated 09/15/11 updated 09/26/11
2010 GMC Sierra engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.0L 8-cyl hybrid | CVT | RWD | 21 / 22 / 22 |
| 6.0L 8-cyl hybrid | CVT | 4WD | 21 / 22 / 21 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic | RWD | 15 / 22 / 18 |
| 4.3L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 15 / 20 / 17 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 4WD | 15 / 21 / 17 |
| 4.8L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | RWD | 14 / 19 / 16 |
| 4.3L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD | 14 / 18 / 15 |
| 6.2L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic | RWD | 13 / 19 / 15 |
| 4.8L 8-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD | 13 / 18 / 15 |
| 6.2L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 4WD | 12 / 19 / 14 |
| 6.2L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic | AWD | 12 / 19 / 14 |
EPA ratings. Class: Full-size pickup.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2010 GMC Sierra a good car?
Based on 44 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 Sierra rates better than average: 61% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Sierra at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2010 GMC Sierra?
The body & structure — 11 complaints, 25% of all complaints for this model year, most often about body. Next are the air bags (10) and brakes (4).
How many recalls does the 2010 GMC Sierra have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2010 GMC Sierra. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the GMC Sierra?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2020, 2018 and 2009. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 1999, 2000, 1995, 1996 and 1997. See the full GMC Sierra years comparison.
At what mileage do 2010 GMC Sierra problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 52,000 miles; 46% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.