Is the GMC Sierra 3500 Reliable?
2001–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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GMC Sierra 3500 Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 5 | — | — | 78 | Good |
| 2025 | 0 | 16 | — | — | 77 | Good |
| 2024 | 1 | 29 | 2 | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 28 | 1 | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 17 | — | — | 90 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 0 | 13 | — | — | 95 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 2 | 42 | — | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 2 | 8 | — | — | 91 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 2 | 10 | — | — | 91 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 2 | 12 | — | — | 87 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Sierra 3500 Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Sierra 3500 scores 21 points above the average truck — a strong result.
Known GMC Sierra 3500 Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 180 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GMC Sierra 3500 reliable?+
The GMC Sierra 3500 scores 86/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 10 recall campaigns and 180 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Sierra 3500 is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2021 Sierra 3500 achieved the highest reliability score of 95/100 with 0 recalls and 13 complaints.
How many miles does a Sierra 3500 last?+
With consistent maintenance, most GMC Sierra 3500 owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Sierra 3500 will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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