Does the 2016 GMC Sierra have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 GMC Sierra, the most recent reported on February 11, 2016 (Electrical system: software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 GMC Sierra?

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (2 complaints), followed by electrical system (2).

How many 2016 GMC Sierra complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 6 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2016 GMC Sierra recalls and problems

2 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 GMC Sierra.

recalls

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.

2016 GMC Sierra recalls

Electrical system: software

NHTSA campaign 16V084000 · reported February 11, 2016 · General Motors LLC · 139 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Genera Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Camaro, Malibu, Silverado and GMC Sierra vehicles. The radio may intermittently fail to provide an audio warning when the key has been left in the ignition and the door is opened or when the driver does not fasten their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection", and/or 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk: An unbelted driver is at a greater risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 15808.

Air bags: frontal, sensor/control module-inactive

NHTSA campaign 15V830000 · reported December 10, 2015 · General Motors LLC · 90 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pick up trucks manufactured October 13, 2015, to October 14, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the mounting stud used to secure the air bag sensing and diagnostic Module (SDM) may be incorrectly positioned, and as a result, the SDM housing could fracture.
The risk: If the SDM housing fractures, water may get into SDM causing it to malfunction and hinder the proper deployment of the air bags in the event of a crash, thereby increasing the risk of occupant injury.
The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will have the mounting stud repositioned and the SDM replaced, free of charge. The recall began December 2, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 15794.

Most reported problems

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

Air bags2
Electrical system2
Steering1
Suspension1
Unknown or other1
Visibility1

What owners report

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

Oct 25, 2024 · Air bags · 75,000 miles · crash reported
The contact owned a 2016 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would lose automotive power. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the negative battery was replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at approximately 45 MPH…

May 15, 2024 · Air bags · 85,379 miles · crash reported
The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra 2500 HD. The contact stated that while driving at 64 MPH, he crashed head-on with a 350-pound deer. The deer went underneath the vehicle, and the driver ran over it with the passenger front tire. The driver's side air bag did not deploy. The air bag warning light was illuminated…

Aug 11, 2022 · Suspension · 15,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70- 85 mph, the vehicle was shaking. The stability track warning indicator light was illuminated and flashing on and off. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but they were unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not…

Jan 25, 2022 · Visibility · 64,000 miles · fire reported
The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH with the defroster engaged, she noticed smoke on the rear electric sliding glass window and smelled a burning odor. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the road, disengaged the defroster and…

Mar 30, 2016 · Unknown or other · 500 miles
VEHICLE SHAKES AND VIBRATES AT ANY SPEEDS ABOVE 75 MPH.

Sierra model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2013	3	39	4	1
2014	11	101	5	2
2015	6	53	3	1
2016	2	6	2	1
2017	0	61	5	1

Across all years, the 2000 Sierra has the most complaints (443). All GMC Sierra years →

Questions

Does the 2016 GMC Sierra have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 GMC Sierra, the most recent reported on February 11, 2016 (Electrical system: software). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 GMC Sierra?: Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (2 complaints), followed by electrical system (2).
How many 2016 GMC Sierra complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 6 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 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 25, 2024.