2023 GMC Sierra 1500: recalls and problems
3 recalls and 480 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine.
Most common problems
What owners report
Chrome grille deflector the upper front of grille came off in highway at highway speed hitting windshield scratching hood & car behind.
Upper bezel of front grille blew off driving down the hwy landing in oncoming lane of traffic. this is a known problem to gmc on late produced 2022 model year and issued a safety recall #xxx to replace the bezel and reinforce mounting points. i bought my 2023 gmc xxx and it was made in [xxx] so good chance it was made in 2022 and i could of had one of the faulty grilles. if not gmc still has a problem with upper gril
A trim piece under my hood and above my grille on my 2023 gmc sierra slt 1500 flew off and over my windshield this morning during a heavy wind and rain storm. there was no previous damage to the front of my vehicle.
Code p1098 came up today 80k on the truck. coolant control valve failure. second time this has failed, first at 45k. speed reduction activated.
Crash-test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/CC 4WD | ||||
| 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/CC RWD | ||||
| 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/EC 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | ||
| 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 PU/EC RWD | Not rated | Not rated |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Sierra 1500. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.