2023 GMC SIERRA 1500 Complaints

View complaints related to 2023 GMC SIERRA 1500. The complaints found here are submitted by actual consumers with first hand experience. There are more than 440 complaints submitted for the 2023 GMC SIERRA 1500. You can submit your own complaint to the NHTSA or call the Hotline, Monday-Friday 8am to 8pm at (888) 327-4236, TTY: (800) 424-9153.

  • 2023 GMC SIERRA 1500
    - Hopatcong, NJ

    I had the truck inspected for recall N25249400 on August 11, 2025 with 24,610 miles. It passed the recall inspection and the dealer changed the oil to GM recall recommended oil. On January 18, 2026 with 28,275 miles, the engine seized while on a major highway. The truck lost all power and just turned off amd would not start or turn over. The vehicle was towed by the Police due to the vehicle being in a dangerous spot in the middle of a lane on the highway whi h I had to pay out of pocket. January 19, 2026, the GM dealer confirmed that the truck needs a new engine due to the recall defect. They said that they had just ordered a new engine, but does olnot know hpw long ot will take to get and then install. The dealer is unable to provide a rental vehicle which means, I can't WORK!

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2023 GMC SIERRA 1500
    - Fayetteville, AR

    I was driving on the interstate and the upper grill broke off of the truck and hit my windshield.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2023 GMC SIERRA 1500
    - Vassar, MI

    I have the 6.2L in the truck… I had the recall done due to lower motor crank bearing failure last fall… It passed the recall. They changed the oil cap and changed to a heavier weight oil… This week, the lower engine disintegrated and had to get towed into the dealership dealer is telling me I need a new motor

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2023 GMC SIERRA 1500
    - Lancaster, NY

    Driving at 35 mph in traffic and the RPMs started to increase to 3500rpm and vehicle started to slow down inevitably putting me into Reduced Acceleration..limp mode. Truck would not shift into Reverse either once I could safely merge out of traffic and put into park. Very very dangerous and scary situation.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2023 GMC SIERRA 1500
    - Maurice, LA

    Upper part to the Front grille detached from bumper while driving, causing loud impact on windshield (cracking it) and scratching hood.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2023 GMC SIERRA 1500
    - PADUCAH, KY

    ON THE INTERSTATE THE TRUCK SAID TO PRESS ENGINE START AND EVERYTHIG WAS DEAD, I WAS ALMOST HIT SEVERAL TIMES TRYING TO GET IT FROM THE PASSING LANE TO THE EMERGENCY LANE. I TOWED IT TO MY DEALER WHO SAID THE ENGINE SUFFERED CATASTROPHIC FAILURE DUE TO A RECALL ON THE 6.2 ENGINE. NO WARNING LAMPS OR ANY INDICATORS WERE GIVEN. ALL SERVICE RECORDS ARE IN ORDER ALONG WITH A RECALL INSPECTION RELATED TO MY ISSUE.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2023 GMC SIERRA 1500
    - Hayward, CA

    Vehicle passed initial inspection and had higher viscosity oil installed. After driving for the past six months I noticed a burning oil smell inside the truck. The smell gets intense at times especially during highway driving. The OW-40 viscosity oil is causing high fumes within the cockpit. Please consider checking this issue out during your added investigation into the L-87 engine failure. I shouldn't have to drive with the windows down but I do. I will have the truck inspected during my next oil change next week.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2023 GMC SIERRA 1500
    - Paola , KS

    My engine started making a clicking noise like a playing card in a bicycle spokes. Was able to drive and make it to dealership and they determined that my engine crankshaft had to much end play and they needed to replace the engine. They had my truck approximately 2 weeks, did not provide me a loaner, nor any reimbursement for being without my truck during this time. My truck was still under the factory bumper to bumper warranty at the time.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2023 GMC SIERRA 1500
    - Bothell, WA

    Driving on highway at 60mph while towing a travel trailer and the rear tires briefly locked up, the check engine light came on with an explanation mark (!) and the dash displaying a major warning. The truck went into "limp mode." Computer code read P0747. Dealer confirmed issue and replaced valve body. Truck had 22,000 miles. Appears 2023 vehicles should be added to the original recall for long-term warranty protection.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2023 GMC SIERRA 1500
    - Saint Cloud, MN

    OnStar quite working, light nothing. Called Onstar, told me I need to take to the dealer.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE