2022 Gmc SIERRA 3500 problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
31 owner complaints analyzed
3 distinct recall campaigns
31,154 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2022 model year. Data snapshot: . 10 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Power Train is the most frequently named component, appearing in 6 of 31 complaints (19.4%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 7 | 22.6% |
| Transmission and shifting | 6 | 19.4% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 4 | 12.9% |
| Steering behavior | 1 | 3.2% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 6 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
| Tires | 3 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 2 |
Power Train: 6; Electrical System: 5; Unknown Or Other: 5; Engine: 3; Service Brakes: 3; Tires: 3; Air Bags: 2; Back Over Prevention: Warnings: 2
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 1 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 6 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 2 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 1 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 1; 25,000 to 49,999: 6; 50,000 to 74,999: 2; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 1; 150,000 and above: 0
25,000 to 49,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (6). 21 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2025 | 13 |
| 2026 | 6 |
2022: 2; 2023: 2; 2024: 8; 2025: 13; 2026: 6
Pattern summary
Power Train leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 7 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 6 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 4 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11602043 · 2024-07-14 (July 14, 2024)
Encountering trailer brake issue where the brakes on our 5th wheel do not activate via the GMC Trailer Brake control module. Have just had it replaced and still experiencing the same issue where it posts an alert on the screen multiple times and does not activate brakes on trailer. This is a widely known issue with GMC trucks and the trailer brake that has been outstanding for over 3 years now and is a safety issue as there doesn't appear to be a fix from any dealerships or GMC. GMC has not taking adequate accountability for this issue. I'm loo…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11602043 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11604806 · 2024-07-26 (July 26, 2024)
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 equipped with a 2024 Gatormade 35+5 Trailer. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions, the "Check Trailer Wiring" message was displayed. Additionally, when the brake pedal was depressed however, the trailer did not slow as intended; however, the rear brake lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
Owner-reported narrative. 40,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11604806 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11642536 · 2025-02-13 (February 13, 2025)
The transmission failed which stemmed from the faulty (recently recalled valve body). General Motors has been contacted and there is no transmission in sight and is not able to provide an ETA. They are also not willing to cover the catastrophic failure because I am outside of my warranty terms. The dealership has inspected and concluded a whole new transmission is recommended. The vehicle has been in their possible for nearly one (1) month.
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Owner report 11643088 · 2025-02-17 (February 17, 2025)
The GM N242454440 “collision Rear Wheel Lock Up from Transmission Valve Failure” was performed. The recall rendered the electrical charging system inoperable. GM engineering has been working on the vehicle for more than one month and recently determined that the recall software does not work properly with all vehicles. My truck is being returned to me without the recall being performed. Accordingly the safety hazard associated with rear wheel lockup has not been addressed and cannot be addressed at this time. Presumably GM will develop softw…
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Owner report 11623195 · 2024-11-01 (November 1, 2024)
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the trailer plug was connected, and electrical fuses popped. The contact stated that all the fuses were blown. In addition, the contact stated while driving the vehicle, the trailer brakes failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the trailer brakes went off and on. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with trailer brake control module failure. The contact was informed that the trailer brake control module needed to be r…
Owner-reported narrative. 31,308 miles reported. Look up ODI 11623195 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11689848 · 2025-09-26 (September 26, 2025)
I tried to honk the horn when a car started to come into my lane and discovered that it was not working. I took it to the dealership, and they said it needed a new steering wheel as the contacts that operate the horn were faulty. they told me that the steering wheel airbag would not be operational due to this problem until it was fixed. This is a 2022 pickup with only 10,000 miles on it. I’ve never had to use the Horn before I, so to discover that the issue is pretty serious was disconcerting, and of course my 36 month bumper-to-bumper is used…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11689848 at NHTSA ↗