2022 Gmc SIERRA 3500: complaints, problems and recalls
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.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11455996 · 2022-03-10 (March 10, 2022)
While driving on the highway at night during mixed precipitation/icy conditions I noticed I was loosing visibility. I had to pull over on the highway to see if my headlights were on. I discovered they were completely covered in 1.5-2in of ice. The entire front grill of the truck was covered in ice. I had to chip off the ice on the headlights so I could see. I had to pull over three times during my 2hr drive to scrape the lights just so I could see! The headlights on the 22 model have shape, not straight or a smooth curve like prior models, whic…
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Owner report 11479481 · 2022-08-16 (August 16, 2022)
On July 27, 2022 I was driving my 2022 GMC truck on the freeway. I was rear ended by a semi truck and the passenger side was side swiped by the semi. I was driving the truck with my wife and two kids as passengers. The truck was completely totaled. No airbags deployed and the seat belts did not restrain us. All 4 of us were wearing seat belts. Also, the drivers seat completely broke, it looked like it had been completely reclined to a laying position. A police report was made. All 4 of us were taken by ambulance to the hospital. All 4 of us nee…
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Owner report 11504197 · 2023-01-28 (January 28, 2023)
Bought. New 2022 GMC HD 3500 last year and signed form from GMC saying front and rear parking sensors were delayed until December 2023, related to supply chain issues. I have continually tried to get a status of the needed micro chips and now have been told today that GMC has no status as they are focusing on the new vehicles so they can continue to sell vehicles and make profits. GMC knows this is an on going safety issue but continues to ignore vehicles already sold.
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Owner report 11510497 · 2023-03-06 (March 6, 2023)
I purchased 2022 GMC Sierra HD last year. Due to Micro Chip shortages at the time GMC provided custo.ers a $50.00 credit and notice that they provide the chips ASAP and that it should be provided by December 2022. I like many others accepted the risk for not having parking assist sensors and other features for this period of time. I contacted GMC last month after speaking with my dealer and was told by GMC customer service that GMC has instead adopted an approach of providing Chips to new vehicles while they work on getting chips for those v…
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Owner report 11585386 · 2024-04-26 (April 26, 2024)
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra Denali 3500 equipped with Goodyear Tires, Tire Line: Wrangler, Tire Size: LT275/65/R20. The contact stated that while her husband was driving 60 MPH and hauling a camper, the passenger’s side rear tire experienced a blowout. The driver was able to change the tire. The tire struck the camper and caused damages. The vehicle was taken to a tire center, where it was determined that the tire was defective. The tire was replaced. The driver sustained injuries to his back, and medical attention was provided. There wa…
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Owner report 11593194 · 2024-06-08 (June 8, 2024)
While driving the truck began switching between towing, normal, and off-road driving modes. Lights were flickering and various messages were being displayed on the dash cluster screen. After parking truck and shutting it off all of the lights were flickering and I was unable to start the truck. Charging the batteries did nothing nor was I able to jumpstart the truck with another diesel. After repairs for these issues, at some point the odometer reset and while likely not certain it reset to zero. GM has no way of knowing when it reset and how m…
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Owner report 11598231 · 2024-07-02 (July 2, 2024)
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated intermittently. The contact stated while driving approximately 50-70 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact noticed that the vehicle was experiencing reduced power and performance. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the NOx sensor was replaced and a manual DPF regeneration was performed. The vehicle was repaired and remained at the dealer. The contact related the failure to GM Campaign Numbe…
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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…
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Recall history
3 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
21V758000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Electric:Control Module
Reported: 2021-09-29 (September 29, 2021)
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, and Sierra 3500 vehicles with electronic brake control modules (EBCM) replaced during vehicle assembly. The bolts that attach the brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV) assembly may not be properly tightened, which could fail to seal the two sub-assemblies and allow water intrusion.
Consequence: Water in the BPMV may cause an electrical short circuit and increase the risk of fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from other structures until the recall repair is completed. Dealers will replace the BPMV assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 20, 2021. 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 N212349181.
NHTSA campaign record ↗24V060000 · Latches/Locks/Linkages:Tailgate:Latch
Reported: 2024-02-01 (February 1, 2024)
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with power-unlatching tailgates. 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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. 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 N232426400.
NHTSA campaign record ↗24V797000 · Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Fluid/Lubricant:Valves/Valve Body | Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module:Software
Reported: 2024-10-24 (October 24, 2024)
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with diesel engines. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock-up.
Consequence: Rear wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install new transmission control module software, free of charge. GM will provide a special coverage program to cover the repair of transmissions that are identified by the remedy software as containing a defective control valve. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, GMC customer service at GMC 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242454440.
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