2023 GMC Sierra 3500 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 GMC Sierra 3500.

20222024
Complaints
34
Crashes
4
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2023 GMC Sierra 3500 Problems

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

#111 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:33,800 mi
#24 complaints

Electrical Faults

#33 complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 GMC Sierra 3500.

Transmission / Drivetrain
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
33,800
Electrical Faults
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2023 GMC Sierra 3500

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~570,434 vehicles.

24V060000Latches/locks/linkages:tailgate:latch
~570,434 affected

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with power-unlatching tailgates. The tailgate's electronic gate-release switch may short circuit due to water intrusion, which can result in the tailgate inadvertently unlatching while the vehicle is in park.

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2023 GMC Sierra 3500 — FAQ

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

Is the 2023 GMC Sierra 3500 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2023 GMC Sierra 3500 has 34 NHTSA complaints, 4 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 11 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2023 GMC Sierra 3500?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (11 complaints, avg 33,800 mi); Electrical Faults (4 complaints); Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control (3 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 2023 GMC Sierra 3500?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 33,800 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2023 GMC Sierra 3500?
NHTSA complaints for the 2023 GMC Sierra 3500 include 4 crash-related reports, 0 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 2023 GMC Sierra 3500 have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 570,434 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 2023 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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