2007 GMC Sierra 3500 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 GMC Sierra 3500.

20062008
Complaints
19
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2007 GMC Sierra 3500 Problems

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

#17 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:49,000 mi
#22 complaints

Electrical Faults

#32 complaints

Engine Problems

Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 GMC Sierra 3500.

Airbags
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
49,000
Electrical Faults
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Automatic Transmission
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension:Rear
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2007 GMC Sierra 3500

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~340,268 vehicles.

20V011000Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module
~699 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2007-2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with non-desiccated, passenger frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

15V324000Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module
~330,198 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD trucks manufactured November 28, 2006, to August 29, 2008, and 2007-2008 GMC Sierra 2500HD and 3500HD trucks manufactured November 27, 2006, to August 29, 2008. The affected vehicles are equipped with a passenger side frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture upon its deployment.

14V407000Electrical System
~9,371 affected

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500/3500 trucks manufactured January 18, 2007, to June 22, 2011, and GMC Sierra HD 2500/3500 trucks manufactured January 22, 2007, to June 21, 2011, and equipped with an auxiliary battery. Owners may unknowingly draw too much current through the vehicle's trailer harness resulting in the melting of fusible link for the auxiliary battery.

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2007 GMC Sierra 3500 — FAQ

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

Is the 2007 GMC Sierra 3500 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2007 GMC Sierra 3500 has 19 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Airbags with 7 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2007 GMC Sierra 3500?
Top reported problems: Airbags (7 complaints, avg 49,000 mi); Electrical Faults (2 complaints); Engine Problems (2 complaints). 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 2007 GMC Sierra 3500?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 49,000 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2007 GMC Sierra 3500?
NHTSA complaints for the 2007 GMC Sierra 3500 include 0 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 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 2007 GMC Sierra 3500 have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 340,268 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 2007 GMC Sierra 3500?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

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

Wider context: See the full GMC Sierra 3500 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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