Fifth generation (GMT T1XX)
2022 GMC Sierra 1500
The most reported problem on the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 is engine failure, with 138 complaints, usually around 40,000 miles.
- 587owner complaints
- 6recalls
- 9involved a crash
- 36,000median miles at failure
Newest report Sep 26, 2026 · checked Oct 2, 2026
What is your Sierra 1500 doing?
Each one opens a sheet built from the owner reports of that problem on the 2022 model year.
Is the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 reliable?
The 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 has 587 owner complaints on file with NHTSA, 3.2 times the median of 185 for 2022 pickups on this site. Of the 13 Sierra 1500 model years since 2014, it has the 4th most complaints. Complaint counts rise with sales as well as faults, so read what owners report below before deciding.
At a glance
- Next to the 2021 and 2023
- At 117 complaints for each year on the road, the 2022 runs above the 2021 (96) and close to the 2023 (120).
- Top problem
- Engine failure leads with 138 of the 587 complaints (24%), ahead of stalling at 110. A quarter of the 68 owners who gave a mileage for engine failure saw it by about 20,000 miles, and half by about 40,000.
- Crash, fire and injury reports
- Only 15 of the 587 complaints (3%) report a crash, a fire or an injury, well under the 6% typical of vehicles on this site. Counted separately (one report can carry more than one), 9 reports mention a crash, 5 mention a fire and 3 people were hurt.
- Recalls behind the top problems
- Each of engine failure, stalling and trim coming off has a recall on the same system: engine failure and stalling, 25V-274; trim coming off, 25V-060. A recall on the same system doesn't always cover the failure owners describe, so compare its summary with the complaints.
- When owners filed
- Filings jumped in 2025, with 266 complaints, 2.9 times the next busiest year. So far in 2026, 172 more have come in.
When each problem shows up
Each bar covers the middle half of the mileages owners reported for that problem. A quarter saw it earlier, a quarter later. The tick is the median. Most reported: engine failure, knocking or rod bearing, 138 complaints.
middle half of reports, median tick. The heavier grey bars have 75 or more reports.
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How this compares
587 complaints is 3.2 times the median 2022 model on this site and 3.2 times the median 2022 pickup. Among the 13 Sierra 1500 model years here it ranks 4th for complaints. Counts follow sales volume as much as reliability, so a truck that sells 700,000 a year draws more reports than a sedan that sells 200,000.
Service bulletins for the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500
GMC filed 1,603 bulletins and other notices with NHTSA that list the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. 104 of them deal with a problem owners have reported on this car. Newest first.
Federal rules make a manufacturer send NHTSA a copy of any notice about a defect that goes to more than one dealer or owner. Most of these are service bulletins, the repair instructions manufacturers send to dealers. NHTSA generally leaves safety recall bulletins out of this file, and recalls are listed separately.
Engine failure, knocking or rod bearing 2 bulletins · 138 complaints
This bulletin advises the tech to inspect deeper into what may be to main cause of an engine failure.
This bulletin advises the tech to inspect deeper into what may be the main cause of an engine failure.
Engine stalls or loses power while driving 13 bulletins · 110 complaints
This service bulletin advises the technician to check if the transmission cooler lines are twisted to correct customer concerns of Harsh Shift, Shudder, Surge, Stall, Transmission Overheating and/or High Transmission Fluid Temperature.
This service bulletin provides a procedure to replace the FPDCM if found to cause customers concerns of Crank No Start, Stalling, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated – DTC P023F or P129F Set.
11 more on this problem
This Preliminary information communicates a vehicle may come to the dealer with a complaint of no start, stalling, rough idle, no acceleration, loss of power, erratic shifting, fuel gauge inoperative, MIL illuminated with various codes stored.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on.
This service bulletin provides repair information for Engine Wire Harness Chafing to correct customer concerns of IPC Gauges Sweep, IPC Warning Message, SES/Check Engine/MIL, No Start/ No Crank, Runs Rough, Stalls, Reduced Engine Power, Various DTCs.
This bulletin provides a procedure to replace the FPDCM if found to cause customers concerns of Crank No Start, Stalling, Loss of Power, Fuel Gauge Inoperative/Erratic, MIL Illuminated - DTC P023F and/or P129F Set.
This service bulletin provides service information for customer concerns of an in-tank fuel pump whining noise, engine hard to start and/or stalls and Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is illuminated that may be caused by gelling of fuel in cold temperatures.
This Preliminary information communicates some diagnostic tips to inspect for no/low voltage at the ECM for a customers complaints of a SES MIL, Crank No Start, stalling DTC's: P16A7 and/or P16AF.
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of After a Remote Start When the Start Button Is Pressed the Engine May Stall or Will Not Restart.
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of seeing the trailer running lights shut off due to excessive load on the running lamp circuit.
This Preliminary information communicates an issue when remote start is used the engine may stall when the push to start button is pressed. On certain models, dealerships are to reprogram the BCM to correct the issue.
This Preliminary information communicates an issue when remote start is used the engine may stall when the push to start button is pressed. Engineering is working on a fix.
Plus 1 older ones not listed here.
Trim or a body panel comes off while driving 1 bulletin · 65 complaints
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of the foam strip between the I/P trim and base of the windshield detaching from the upper I/P trim panel.
Check engine light or misfire 29 bulletins · 46 complaints
Certain vehicles listed above, may have a condition that could cause the engine coolant control valve to fail an onboard vehicle diagnostic test.
This bulletin advises the tech that the Exhaust Roller Follower may be the issue with the engine Ticking noise, misfire or rough run and what to replace if found the cause.
27 more on this problem
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Evaporative DTCs P0442, P0446, P0455 or P0449, Caused by Dust Intrusion into the Evaporative Canister.
Special Coverage - Certain vehicles may have a condition that could cause the evaporative emissions purge pump to fail. If this condition occurs, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) will illuminate, and a diagnostic trouble code will set.
This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of DTC P30BF failing on low mile vehicles due to the possibility of the cylinder 1/2 sliding barrel binding on intake camshaft.
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to test the intake manifold for any possible leaks that may cause the customers concern of a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated - DTC P0172, P026D, P2459, and/or P2A00 Set.
This bulletin advises the technician of a possible kinked coolant hose that might be causing the customers concern of a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated - DTC P026A Set.
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Charge Air Cooler (CAC) Icing, Check Engine Lamp Illuminated, Possible P0299, P2227, and/or P0300 DTCs Set.
This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce ...
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to ...
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Engine Control Module Software Anomalies with MIL Illuminated and DTC P060C Set.
Plus 17 older ones not listed here.
Infotainment, screen or backup camera fails 36 bulletins · 43 complaints
This PI is created to inform GM dealers that some vehicles may intermittently fail to connect wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto after Bluetooth pairing during the first key cycle. The condition is caused by a software anomaly.
PI created to provide direction to dealers unable to program an IOR radio on a 2022 LD truck
34 more on this problem
This Preliminary information communicates that you may notice a black screen on their radio display. This can happen for a period of a couple seconds or the entire ignition cycle. Engineering is aware of the issue and investigating.
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Radio Software Version Y175 – Multiple Updates for IOK.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician how to repair vehicles that Instrument Panel Cluster, Radio, and Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning display blanks out, Bluetooth phone or Pandora connection dropped, the radio ...
This service bulletin provides a procedure to correct radio software concerns.
Customer Satisfaction Program - certain vehicles may have a condition where the battery is at risk for a drain following an over-the-air update. Dealers are to reprogram the serial data gateway module and the radio.
Certain vehicles may have a condition in which a transmission control body screen detaches from the spacer plate when the vehicle is operated in extremely cold weather conditions. Dealers are to reprogram the Transmission Control Module.
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Radio Software Version Y171 – Multiple Updates.
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Radio Software Version Y172 – Multiple Updates for IOK.
This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concerns of Radio Software issues.
This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of the rearview driver information camera intermittent in low light conditions - replace camera.
Plus 24 older ones not listed here.
Windshield cracks or distorts 2 bulletins · 36 complaints
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to correct the condition of Suction Cup Marks on Window Glass.
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to locate and repair the rear glass if found water leaking past the urethane seal.
Brakes grind, pulse or wear early 8 bulletins · 30 complaints
This Preliminary information communicates an issue with premature brake pad life and engineering is working on release new pad lining material.
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to inform drivers that under certain driving conditions such as hilly or mountainous roads accompanied with frequent braking, that the original equipment front brake pads may wear prematurely.
6 more on this problem
This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the Hydrastar Electric Over Hydraulic trailer brake system causing a voltage spike into the trucks electrical system which is causing DTC C1114 to set.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicle that may have a "Check Trailer Wiring" or "Service Trailer Brake System” message on the Driver Information Center when a trailer is ...
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about fluid leaking from the brake caliper piston area found during a service of the vehicle.
Service Update - certain vehicle may have a condition where the brake line contacts the rear axle. Dealers are to inspect the rear brake lines for clearance and replace if necessary.
This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel that after performing a brake inspection, brake pad replacement, or any other repair that requires the caliper piston to be reseated may be causing DTC C05B0 to falsely set for eBoost ...
This service bulletin provides information for tire pressure monitoring (TPM) system concerns.
Transmission shudders, slips or shifts hard 13 bulletins · 19 complaints
Certain vehicles listed above, may have a condition where the transmission control valve has worn, resulting in a gradual loss of pressure within the valve.
This service bulletin helps diagnose/reduce possible CCND issues on Transfer Cases - Service 4WD on DIC, Intermittent Failures, Noise Concerns, Driveline/Steering Vibration/Shudder, Intermittent DTCs/MIL Illuminated, Engagement/Disengagement/Ratcheting ...
11 more on this problem
This service bulletin provides a procedure to repair wiring to correct customer concerns of Driveability, Hesitation, Transmission Shifting Rough/Harsh, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated.
This service bulletin provides information on Transmission Adaptive Functions and Correcting Low Mileage Harsh Shifts, Slips, or Flares.
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Shake and/or Shudder During Steady Speed and/or Light Throttle Acceleration Between 25 and 50 MPH (40 and 80 KM/H).
This service bulletin provides a diagnostic procedure to aid in correcting a customer concern of a Howling, Whining/Whirring Noise, Shudder/Vibration and/or Grinding Noise While in 4HI, 4HI Auto and/or During Parking Lot Maneuvers in Auto Mode.
This service bulletin provides service /diagnostic information to aid with a Transmission Harsh 1-2 Shift Upon First Start Up/Shift of the Day Under Light Throttle.
This informational bulletin provides graphs to help identify possible issues that may cause shaking and shudders and what may be the cause of said issue.
This Technical bulletin provides a repair to correct a condition of Shudder/Surging While Driving.
This service bulletin provides a repair procedure to correct a customer concern of Delayed and/or Harsh Engagement of Transmission Shift After Vehicle Sitting with Engine Off.
This informational bulletin explains how the trans slip or flare can be a normal condition.
This engineering information (EI) closure ends the need for further information from the field in regards to Engine Coolant Reservoir Being Overfilled with Discolored Coolant, Shudder, Shake, Vibration, Harsh Shift, Delayed Shift and/or Slipping Transmission ...
Plus 1 older ones not listed here.
Complaints filed by year
266 complaints came in 2025, 2.9 times the year before. Owners file in waves when a problem gets press or an investigation, so a spike measures attention as much as failures.
NHTSA investigations
Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy. Open.
NHTSA summary
Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy. Closed aug 20, 2026.
NHTSA summary
Loss of motive power due to engine failure. Open.
NHTSA summary
Loss of motive power due to engine failure. Closed oct 23, 2025, led to recall 25V-274.
NHTSA summary
Recalls that include the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500
Whether your car is included depends on its VIN. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, 3500, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles that may have been repaired incorrectly under recall 24V797. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock up.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles and update the transmission control software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252516560. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 12, 2026.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with chrome front grille deflectors. The attachments that hold the front grille deflectors in place may fracture, resulting in grille detachment.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Dealers will reinforce or repair all attachment points on the chrome front grille deflector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may call GM customer service for GMC at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242490120.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with diesel engines. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock-up.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Dealers will install new transmission control module software, free of charge. GM will provide a special coverage program to cover the repair of transmissions that are identified by the remedy software as containing a defective control valve. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, GMC customer service at GMC 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242454440.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk and remedy
Remedy: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.
General Motors (GM) has decided that certain 2022 model year Chevrolet Silverado, and GMC Sierra vehicles equipped with an accessory sport bar. The accessory sport bar contains a high-mounted brake light that may not function. In addition, it may block the vehicle's existing high-mounted brake light. As such, these vehicles may fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the installation of the accessory bar and provide the correct vehicle wiring, if necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters advising owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 10, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 27, 2023. Owners may contact GM's customer service on 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.. GM's recall number for this recall is N222368110.
All 6 recalls on the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500, with the owner complaints on each recalled system
Guide NHTSA has an open investigation on this car. What the investigation stages mean
Questions
What is the most common problem on the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500?
Engine failure, with 138 of the 587 complaints. Owners who gave a mileage for it put the median at about 40,000 miles.
At what mileage do 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 problems start?
Of the 183 complaints that give a mileage, a quarter came by about 19,000 miles and half by about 36,000.
Is the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 better or worse than the 2021 and 2023?
Counted per year on the road, the 2022 has more complaints than the 2021 and about as many complaints as the 2023: 117 a year against 96 and 120.
How many 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 complaints involve a crash, fire or injury?
15 of them (3%). The typical vehicle on this site is at 6%.
Is there a recall for engine failure on the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500?
Yes, NHTSA lists a recall on the same system: 25V-274. Its summary says which failure it covers, and that isn't always the one owners describe.