Does the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500, the most recent reported on April 24, 2025 (Engine and engine cooling: engine, hard parts internal/mechanical). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500?

Owners have filed 497 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (211 complaints), followed by structure (92).

How many 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 complaints mention a crash or fire?

5 of 497 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2023 GMC Sierra 1500 recalls and problems

3 recalls and 497 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500.

recalls

497

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2023 GMC Sierra 1500 recalls

Engine and engine cooling: engine, hard parts internal/mechanical

NHTSA campaign 25V274000 · reported April 24, 2025 · General Motors, LLC · 597,571 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.

Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist, electric, control module, software · Service brakes, hydraulic: brake fluid low warning, lamp

NHTSA campaign 24V674000 · reported September 12, 2024 · General Motors, LLC · 449,671 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles. The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
The risk: Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447990.

Exterior lighting: lighting control module, software

NHTSA campaign 22V903000 · reported December 8, 2022 · General Motors, LLC · 740,108 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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."
The risk: DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine211
Structure92
Power train91
Electrical system64
Unknown or other53
Fuel/propulsion system35
Engine and engine cooling23
Service brakes14
Forward collision avoidance13
Steering13

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 22, 2026 · Structure · 48,000 miles
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 74 MPH, the front grille deflector suddenly detached from the vehicle and struck a second vehicle. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure. The…

Oct 22, 2026 · Structure
Upper grille deflector broke off without impact at highway speed.

Oct 21, 2026 · Back over prevention · 60,000 miles
The contact owns a 2023 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in reverse(R), the rear-view camera froze and occasionally glitched. The failure was a recurring failure. The contact associated the failure with Technical Service Bulletin: PIT6369B. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was…

Oct 21, 2026 · Unknown or other
The engine was part of the initial recall for the L87 GM motor and failed its inspection. Ultimately the engine had to be replaced. Since, the engine was replaced everything was fine till recently it starting to make a knocking noise and was immediately taken to a GM dealership for diagnosis. Currently, waiting for…

Oct 20, 2026 · Engine and engine cooling · 50,000 miles
The contact owns a 2023 GMC Sierra 1500. While driving at 30 MPH, the vehicle jerked and lost motive power. The vehicle was restarted and driven at reduced power to the dealer, where unknown electrical repairs were performed. The failure persisted, and the vehicle was towed to a second dealer, Grissom Chevrolet (181 S…

Sierra 1500 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2020	12	483	12	5
2021	7	596	6	6
2022	6	598	9	5
2023	3	497	5	2
2024	1	374	5	0
2025	1	124	3	1
2026	2	147	1	0

Across all years, the 2014 Sierra 1500 has the most complaints (743). All GMC Sierra 1500 years →

Questions

Does the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500, the most recent reported on April 24, 2025 (Engine and engine cooling: engine, hard parts internal/mechanical). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500?: Owners have filed 497 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (211 complaints), followed by structure (92).
How many 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 5 of 497 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 22, 2026.