2023 GMC Sierra 3500: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2023 GMC Sierra 3500: 1 recall, 28 owner complaints.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #24V060000 · 2024 · 570,434 vehicles
What's wrong: The tailgate's electronic gate-release switch May short circuit due to water intrusion, which can result in the tailgate inadvertently unlatching while the vehicle is in park.
Why it matters: An unlatched tailgate May open while driving and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised to check that the tailgate is closed and latched before driving. Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2024.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (14): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (5), warning light on (4).
- Forward collision avoidance (4): the most common themes are electrical failure (2).
- Electrical (4): the most common themes are electrical failure (3).
- Other / unknown (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2023 GMC Sierra 3500 has 28 owner complaints, ranking #6 of 31 Sierra 3500 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 19). Complaints peaked in 2026 (9 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 33,800 miles. Neighboring years: 2022 (31 complaints, 3 recalls), 2024 (50 complaints, 3 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2023 GMC Sierra 3500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2023 GMC Sierra 3500. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2023 GMC Sierra 3500 problems?
Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (14), forward collision avoidance (4), electrical (4).
Where can I get a 2023 GMC Sierra 3500 repair manual?
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