2024 GMC Sierra 1500 problems, complaints & recalls
Far moreSteady
NHTSA has received 345 owner complaints about the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500, or 129.0 per year on the road — far more complaints than typical for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 3.07, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 89 model-year 2024 vehicles we track, it ranks #86 for fewest complaints per year. Against other GMC models its rate is 43% higher; against other Full-size pickups it is 32% higher.
Counts are normalized by time on the road, not by sales volume: a popular model generates more reports than a rare one, and complaints are not verified individually. How we count
Complaints filed between 2024-01-31 and 2026-09-02. Median delay from incident to filing: 11 days.
345Complaints
129.0Complaints per year on the road
3.07Complaint index vs. all tracked vehicles
1Recalls
1.4%Share involving a crash or fire
160Last 12 months
Analysis
The previous model year (2023) drew 123.8 complaints per year, about the same. The following model year (2025) drew 65.2 per year, fewer than this one. In its first two years on the road the 2024 model collected 227 complaints, 223% higher than the average vehicle of the same model year.
The most common problem area is Engine (58.3% of complaints), followed by Transmission / powertrain (11.6%) and Electrical (8.7%). Engine complaints are 2.6 times as common here as across all tracked vehicles. Within Engine reports, owners most often mention “engine”, “seized”, “towed”, “cooling” and “oil”. 5 reports (1.4%) describe a crash or fire; owners mention 6 injuries and 0 deaths.
Half of the reported incidents happened within 17 months of the model year's start; the busiest period was the second year (48% of incidents). In the last 12 months 160 new complaints were filed, versus 168 in the 12 months before — a steady pace.
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for this model year. 58% of the complaints fall in component areas that a recall addresses. 4 NHTSA defect investigations cover this model year; the most recent is “Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy” (opened 2026-08-20, still open).
Complaint index
vs. all tracked vehicles3.07
vs. other GMC models1.43
vs. other 2024 models3.37
vs. other Full-size pickups1.32
Complaints in first 2 years on the road · vs. same-year average (227)3.23
The contact owns a 2024 GMC Sierra 1500. While shifted in reverse, the back over prevention camera intermittently displayed a black screen accompanied by two failing camera symbols.
Electrical · 2026-06-24 · ODI 11746275 · Crash
The contact owned a 2024 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). The contact stated that while driving at 16 MPH, the engine suddenly stalled. No warning lights were illuminated.
Engine · 2025-11-04 · ODI 11697457 · Crash
My vehicle is under the L87 Recall from GM for engine failure. In September 2025 it was given the recall “fix”, different thicker oil. But on July 1 2026, my engine seized while I was driving 60 mph on the highway.
Engine · 2026-09-02 · ODI 11761504
I was driving home from family’s house 2 hrs away and got home late. When I got home I noticed the upper front grille assembly or top chrome trim piece for the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate flew off at some point while driving.
Body & structure · 2026-08-31 · ODI 11761147
The molding cover for the hood fell off by Hwy speed, and recently we I went to oil change after I get the car the technician said the bolt for tie the oil thing is not correct and it’s not for this car and this was the reason for leaking and need to replace…
Body & structure · 2026-08-16 · ODI 11757322
Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL Campaign 25V274000 · 2025-04-24
Summary: 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: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
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.
Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedyOpen
EA26005 · ENGINE · Opened 2026-08-20 · Model years: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
On January 16, 2026, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Recall Query RQ26001. This investigation was opened to assess the remedy effectiveness of Recall 25V-274. ODI has received complaints alleging engine failure in vehicles after the recall remedy had been completed, whether that remedy involved an oil viscosity change or a complete engine replacement. General Motors (GM) issued …
Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedyClosed
RQ26001 · ENGINE · Opened 2026-01-16 · Closed 2026-08-20 · Model years: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
On January 16, 2026, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Recall Query RQ26001. This investigation was opened to assess the remedy effectiveness of Recall 25V-274. ODI has received complaints alleging engine failure in vehicles after the recall remedy had been completed, whether that remedy involved an oil viscosity change or a complete engine replacement. General Motors (GM) issued …
Loss of motive power due to engine failureOpen
EA25007 · ENGINE · Opened 2025-10-23 · Model years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 1,157 reports of engine bearing failure failures in the L87 6.2L engine produced by General Motors (GM). Of the 1,157 reports received, 173 are outside of the scope of recall 25V-274. These engines are installed in Model Years (MY) 2019â2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, and 2021-2024MY Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe, GMC Yukon…
On January 16, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE25001 after receiving complaints and field reports concerning engine failures in MY2019-2024 GMâs full-size truck and SUV T1XX platform equipped with the L87 6.2L V8 engine. These complainants alleged engine bearing failures resulting in knocking and growling noises from the engineâs bottom end and i…
Frequently asked questions
How many complaints were filed for the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500?
345 complaints were filed with NHTSA for the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500, or about 129.0 per year on the road.
What is the most common problem reported for the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500?
The most common category is Engine, accounting for 58.3% of complaints.
Does the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall(s) for this model year. 4 NHTSA defect investigations cover this model year; the most recent is “Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy” (opened 2026-08-20, still open).
Is the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 still generating complaints?
In the last 12 months 160 new complaints were filed, versus 168 in the 12 months before — a steady pace.
How does the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 compare with similar vehicles?
NHTSA has received 345 owner complaints about the 2024 GMC Sierra 1500, or 129.0 per year on the road — far more complaints than typical for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 3.07, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 89 model-year 2024 vehicles we track, it ranks #86 for fewest complaints per year. Against other GMC models its rate is 43% higher; against other Full-size pickups it is 32% higher.