2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Problems
What owners have reported about the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
Is the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 a good year?
It's one of the worst years for the Sierra 1500. Owners have filed 490 complaints with NHTSA, the 6th most of 19 Sierra 1500 model years. The most reported problems involve the engine, transmission and body and structure.
490 complaints 3 recalls 6th worst of 19 Sierra 1500 years
Top 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 problems
Engine problems
229 complaints (47%) name the engine.
Transmission problems
91 complaints (19%) name the transmission, most often the valves / valve body.
Body problems
90 complaints (18%) name the body and structure, most often the body and active shutters / grill.
Electrical problems
64 complaints (13%) name the electrical system, most often the lamp.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (46 of 490). The amber line is the middle value, about 29,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2023 GMC Sierra 1500 recalls
Hard parts internal / mechanical
2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure. Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual.
Recall 25V274000 · Apr 2025Lamp, Software
The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems." Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge.
Recall 24V674000 · Sep 2024Software
The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.
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Sierra 1500 years to avoid
Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.
2023 GMC Sierra 1500 problems by system
Common questions
Is the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 a reliable year?
It's one of the worst years for the Sierra 1500. Owners have filed 490 complaints with NHTSA, the 6th most of 19 Sierra 1500 model years. The most reported problems involve the engine, transmission and body and structure.
What are the most common 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 problems?
Owners most often report problems with the engine, transmission, body and structure and electrical system. 229 complaints (47%) name the engine.
At what mileage do 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 engine problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 11,000–28,000 miles, with a middle value near 21,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 have?
3. Hard parts internal / mechanical (25V274000); Lamp, Software (24V674000); Software (22V903000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2023 GMC Sierra 1500?
Ask for service records covering the engine, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2012, 2013 and 2025 models, which have the fewest complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.