2014 GMC Sierra 1500 Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500.

20132015
Complaints
1,020
per 10K Sold
48.1
US Sales
211,833
Crashes
39
Fires
9
Injuries
24
Fatalities
1
Recalls
9

Worst 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1152 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:70,957 mi
Crash-related:4
#2143 complaints

Headlight/Taillight Failures

Avg mileage:21,246 mi
Crash-related:3
#3138 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:75,508 mi
Crash-related:10
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500.

Steering Defects
152
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
70,957
Headlight/Taillight Failures
143
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
21,246
Brakes
138
complaints
Crashes
10
Fires
Avg Miles
75,508
Electrical Faults
123
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
4
Avg Miles
63,747
Engine Problems
69
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
64,348
Transmission / Drivetrain
65
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
71,461
Electronic Stability Control
56
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
74,031
Body Structure
26
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
41,978
Airbags
24
complaints
Crashes
8
Fires
Avg Miles
48,008
Suspension Failures
24
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
34,436
Seat Belt Issues
18
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
59,560
Wipers & Visibility
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
40,978
Fuel System
12
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
46,725
Unintended Acceleration
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
59,611
Wheel Issues
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
38,937
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
29,617
Seat-Related Issues
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
36,800
Hydraulic Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Frame And Members
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:Cables
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System:Radiator Assembly
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System: Integrated Trailer Brake Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2014 GMC Sierra 1500

9 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~9,710,383 vehicles.

21V245000Seat Belts:front
~2,568 affected

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2015-2016 Chevrolet Tahoe, and 2014-2015 GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles that may have received an incorrect replacement tensioner cable assembly as part of a previous recall remedy or a subsequent repair. The flexible steel cable connecting the driver's seat belt to the outboard side of the seat may be repeatedly bent over the seat side shield as the driver enters and exits the vehicle causing the cable to fatigue and separate.

19V761000Brakes · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:wheel Speed Sensor/tone Ring · Electronic Stability Control
~652,967 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.

19V645000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum
~3,456,719 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade, 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles. The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.

18V267000Other Equipment
~6,154 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain Plastic-Handle Fire Extinguishers or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

17V437000Seat Belts:pretensioner · Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive · Air Bags:frontal
~40,683 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Suburban and Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles, and 2015-2017 GMC Sierra HD 2500 and 3500 vehicles. While being previously remedied for recall 16V-651, the affected vehicles may not have received the complete software update necessary to remedy the recall condition. Without the update, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.

17V414000Steering:electric Power Assist System
~690,685 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The vehicles may have a temporary loss of electric power steering (EPS) assist, especially during low-speed turning maneuvers.

16V651000Seat Belts:pretensioner · Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive · Air Bags:frontal
~3,640,162 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.

16V209000Seat Belts
~895,232 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks manufactured January 29, 2013, to January 21, 2015. While entering the vehicle, the seat belt tensioner cable may be positioned such that the driver slides over it. This movement may result in the fatigue and separation of the cable.

14V007000Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System
~325,213 affected

General Motors is recalling certain 2014 model year Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, and 2015 model year Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV; Chevrolet Silverado HD; and GMC Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL, equipped with a 4.3L engine or 5.3L engine.

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2014 GMC Sierra 1500 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 has 1,020 NHTSA complaints, 39 crash-related, and 9 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 152 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (152 complaints, avg 70,957 mi); Headlight/Taillight Failures (143 complaints, avg 21,246 mi); Brakes (138 complaints, avg 75,508 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 58,151 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500?
NHTSA complaints for the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 include 39 crash-related reports, 9 fire reports, 24 injuries, and 1 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 have any recalls?
Yes — 9 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 9,710,383 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full GMC Sierra 1500 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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