Car Defect Radar
Built from NHTSA complaints and recalls collected for this model, generated September 22, 2026. Totals reflect what has been collected, not every complaint ever filed.

Recalls

0 total

Safety issues the manufacturer must repair for free. A recall means confirm the fix was done, not walk away.

No recalls on record for this model

No safety recalls were found in this dataset. It is still worth entering the exact VIN on NHTSA before purchase, since recalls can be added at any time.

Owner complaints by system

355 total

Unverified reports owners filed with NHTSA, grouped by the part of the car. Useful for spotting patterns. Open a group to read recent examples.

Engine & powertrain

Worth reading
47

Most reports here involve sudden stalling. Of these, 1 mention a crash, 4 mention an injury.

sudden stalling 9transmission slipping 8
A recent report: Transmission won’t shift

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11603670 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Electrical & infotainment

Worth reading
25

Most reports here involve software faults.

software faults 6electrical shorts 5
A recent report: ABS Randomly turns on with the traction control light… All windows except for driver window will not go down and sometimes it does not unlock or lock sometimes. It started the beginning of 2022 and…
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ABS Randomly turns on with the traction control light… All windows except for driver window will not go down and sometimes it does not unlock or lock sometimes. It started the beginning of 2022 and has got worst over the years. It is available for inspection. Safety has been and issue because whenever it rains it can lose control on the road haven’t had the money to fix it so don’t really drive it right now.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11756351 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Brakes

Minor
8

Most reports here involve loss of braking.

loss of braking 3unintended acceleration 1
A recent report: Vehicle experienced a catastrophic mechanical failure characterized by a percussive "shotgun blast" noise from the rear chassis, followed by an immediate, total loss of braking power (pedal to the…
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Vehicle experienced a catastrophic mechanical failure characterized by a percussive "shotgun blast" noise from the rear chassis, followed by an immediate, total loss of braking power (pedal to the floor) and a violent loss of directional stability. This incident represents an aggravated safety failure of known GMT900 platform defects. The technical chain of causality began with the factory exhaust manifold fasteners suffering a metallurgical shear, a universal defect documented under GM Bulletins 19-NA-218, PIP5075, and PIP4701. This shear created a high-velocity, high-heat exhaust leak directed at the brake master cylinder and vacuum assembly. This "heat soak" event compromised the engine-mounted mechanical Brake Vacuum Pump (Recall N192268490 / NHTSA 19V645) and destroyed the internal seals of the Master Cylinder (Special Coverage 15143 / NHTSA 11V599), resulting in total depletion of vacuum assist and hydraulic pressure. Simultaneously, the "shotgun blast" and violent swerve were caused by structural failure consistent with Rear Brake Caliper Bolt Fracture (GM 13247 / NHTSA 13V342) and Rear Axle Shaft/Pin Fracture (GM 14892 / NHTSA 14V819). This mechanical collapse caused the caliper to strike the wheel, resulting in a catastrophic rim blowout and immediate loss of tire pressure. Despite the vehicle having aftermarket long-tube headers installed, the root cause of the heat-related brake failure was the failure of the OEM GM manifold fasteners which snapped off in the cylinder head, as documented in the aforementioned bulletins. Under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, the manufacturer remains liable for these pre-existing safety-critical defects. The vehicle is at Glenn Polk Chevrolet for a 901-series Product Allegation Investigation (Case #90199492). This report is filed to demand federal oversight into these life-threatening defects. The combo of failed fasteners, rim blowout, and compromised braking created a vehicle that was both unable to be steered or stopped

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11724011 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Steering, suspension & tires

Worth reading
22

Most reports here involve loss of steering. Of these, 2 mention an injury.

loss of steering 5premature wear 3
A recent report: Rear shock holder rusted through cross member on frame making top of shock stay forced against bottom of the bed of the truck.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11551912 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Airbags & seat belts

Worth reading
158

Most reports here involve airbags not deploying. Of these, 4 mention a crash, 2 mention an injury.

airbags not deploying 11premature wear 9
A recent report: Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The…
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Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11489964 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Structure & body

Worth reading
44

Most reports here involve corrosion. Of these, 1 mention a crash, 4 mention an injury.

corrosion 17premature wear 5
A recent report: The door handle broke off on the driver side the passenger side door handle will not open the door the outside handles are loose and the rear back driver and passenger side will not open their doors.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11686729 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Other systems

Worth reading
51

Most reports here involve premature wear.

premature wear 21airbags deploying unexpectedly 1
A recent report: Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was…
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Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 119,000, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 128,000.

Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11655497 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov

Is 355 complaints a lot? They were filed between 2010 and 2026, roughly 23 a year, which is more than the typical model in this dataset. We do not have sales figures for this model, so treat this as a rough volume, not a rate per car on the road. Popular, high-volume models naturally collect more complaints over time.