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2017 GMC Sierra 1500

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
357
+3 complaints in 30 days
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
6
Latest Sep 24, 2026
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
0
Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
18
7 injuries, 0 deaths reported

Overview

Our database contains 357 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2017 GMC Sierra 1500, most frequently naming the powertrain (other), brakes and engine categories. 6 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 1,018 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

6 campaigns cover this model year

View all 6

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
26V611000

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR

Sep 24, 2026
1,559 units potentially affected
The defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500, GMC Sierra 2500/3500 vehicles, and 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The left-side or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
The risk: A detached end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape and project the end cap or fragments of the inflator into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
The remedy: Dealers will replace both RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 21, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262569920. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 24, 2026.
General Motors, LLCManufacturer number N262569920View on NHTSA.gov
19V761000

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC); SERVICE BRAKES; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING

Oct 24, 2019
652,967 units potentially affected
The defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.
The risk: Unintended activation of the driveline-protection system will cause unintended braking on the wheel on the opposite side of the failed sensor, causing the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192261050.
General Motors LLCManufacturer number N192261050View on NHTSA.gov
19V645000

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

Sep 6, 2019
3,456,719 units potentially affected
The defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade, 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles. The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.
The risk: As the vacuum level drops, the brake assist decreases, increasing braking effort, extending the distance required to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began October 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192268490.
General Motors LLCManufacturer number N192268490View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

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Powertrain (other)
Filed Nov 2, 2026

I am submitting this complaint to bring attention to a potential widespread engine defect involving GM's 6.2L engines, specifically the use of replacement crankshaft Part Number 12732518 in engines that were not originally equipped with the L87 engine. Approximately one year ago, I completed a second engine replacement on my 2017 GMC Sierra equipped with the 6.2L L86 engine. My original rebuilt engine failed after GM supplied a replacement crankshaft that was determined to be out of specification. Following that failure, I had to go through the expense and labor of rebuilding the engine a second time. The concern is that GM discontinued the original L86 crankshaft, Part Number 12623492, and supplied Part Number 12732518 as its replacement. My understanding is that Part Number 12732518 is also used in the L87 6.2L engines that are currently experiencing widespread engine failures and have drawn NHTSA's attention. After installing the replacement crankshaft, my L86 engine experienced a failure consistent with the failures being reported in L87-equipped vehicles. This raises a serious concern that the replacement crankshaft may share the same underlying defect or contribute to the same failure mechanism affecting the L87 engines. I am resubmitting this complaint in light of NHTSA's recent efforts to obtain additional information from General Motors regarding the 6.2L engine failures. I believe this information is important to the investigation because the potential defect may not be limited to vehicles originally manufactured with the L87 engine. I strongly urge NHTSA to investigate whether GM's replacement crankshaft, Part Number 12732518, creates the same engine failure risk when installed in L86 engines. Any investigation, recall, or corrective action should consider not only vehicles originally equipped with the L87 engine but also vehicles that received replacement engines or replacement crankshafts Part Number 12732518.

NHTSA ID
11775178
Incident
Aug 1, 2025
Brakes
Filed Nov 2, 2026

The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving 10 MPH and attempting to make a turn, several warning lights illuminated and the trailer braking system message was displayed. The vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle started; however, the failure was persistent. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure had not been diagnosed. The contact stated that the failure was a known failure with the vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 56,584.

NHTSA ID
11775125
Incident
Oct 30, 2026
Mileage
56,584 mi
Brakes
Filed Oct 16, 2026

Brakes make a flutter noise and pedal becomes hard while in drive through line or at a red light or any place that requires constant brake application for an extended period of time

NHTSA ID
11771757
Incident
Sep 16, 2026
Powertrain (other)
Filed Sep 18, 2026

The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH to 50 MPH, the vehicle shuddered and made a shuddering sound while shifting between gears. Additionally, the contact stated that the engine lifters and camshaft were previously replaced. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The traction control warning light was intermittently illuminated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by phone and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact was referred to a dealer to determine whether the failures were associated with a recall for coverage consideration. The contact stated that a coworker's vehicle experienced an identical transmission failure, and a transmission specialist diagnosed that issue as a torque converter failure. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

NHTSA ID
11765271
Incident
May 18, 2026
Mileage
140,000 mi
EnginePowertrain (other)
Filed Sep 11, 2026

The catastrophic power failure with no warning on my 2017 GMC Sierra, at 87450 miles completely contaminated the engine oil cooling lines with metallic debris and fractured structural mounts. The servicing dealership replaced the transmission but is refusing to remediate the engine line contamination without out-of pocket payment. The vehicle cannot be safely operated without causing terminal engine failure on the highway, creating a imminent mechanical and traffic safety hazard.

NHTSA ID
11763735
Incident
Aug 18, 2026
Engine
Filed Aug 28, 2026

I had an engine rebuilt completed on my L86 2017 GMC 6.2. After the repair, the engine failed due to the crank shaft on the engine being oversized which is the same problem that GM is having with the L87 engines. When the crank was ordered from the dealer for my L86, the only part number for the crank that was available was the new part number that was being used in the L87. Seems the same cranks were used in both engines and this recall on the L87 should be extended to anyone that had a rebuilt complete. Me and my family were left on the side of the road for a few hours which endangered our lives. The problem was determined by an independent service center and was fixed by the purchase of new parts and aftermarket bearings for the crank to allow the oil to enter the crank properly. There were no warning signs. Was driving down the road, started to hear a noise and then the engine started to over heat so that is when I stopped and called a wrecker.

NHTSA ID
11760208
Incident
Sep 2, 2025
Driver assistance
Filed Jul 29, 2026

When I accelerate the vehicle, the gears shifts every 10mph when it shouldn’t. It does it all the way up to 60mph. It has been an on going problem since we got the truck

NHTSA ID
11753626
Incident
Nov 15, 2017
ElectricalVisibility
Filed May 13, 2026

Truck was started using auto start and I drove roughly a mile down the road smelt burning and looked in the back seat, I saw smoke and promptly pulled to the side of the road shut the vehicle off then I heard a loud pop and saw the back drivers side window shattered.

NHTSA ID
11737629
Incident
May 13, 2026

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

PIC5650N

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. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B3

PIT5698F

This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.

PIP5700H

This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent confusion when ordering

PIP4902W

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

PIT5509N

This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.

PIT5099J

PI to help diagnose A/C concern

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

GMC Sierra 1500 by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2027000—
20261502156.8
20251301152.7
20243841557.4
20235163564.3
20226076566.7
20216037569.3
202048512369.2
201966210267.9
20183057055.6
2017Viewing3576055.9
20163448159.6
20157219259.4
20147449257.7
20131163254.1
20121073254.7
20112845255.2
20101684255.6
20092344254.8
20083812357.1
20072633357.8
20061452048.5
20051773048.2
20042125047.9
20031804052.3
20021664261.9
20011405259.5
20001813256.5
19991584257.1
1998594053.3
1997835043.4
1996500—
1995300—
1994130029.4

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.