Model year

2016 GMC Sierra

Pickup, gasoline, 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Mar 21, 2016 to Oct 25, 2024.

Recall campaigns covering this model year2229 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints6Below the median 2016 pickup
Severity index50.02016 pickups average 5.7
First 24 months2Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2016 GMC Sierra peaked in 2016, with 2 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

00.511.52201622017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

33% of complaints about the 2016 GMC Sierra name airbags

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Airbags
2
Electrical system
2
Steering
1
Suspension
1
Visibility and wipers
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

2 recall campaigns cover the 2016 GMC Sierra

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2016 GMC Sierra
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
16V-084Feb 11, 2016Radio may intermittently fail to provide an audio warning when the key has been left in the ignition and the door is opened or when the driver…Electrical system139Software update
15V-830Dec 10, 2015In the affected vehicles, the mounting stud used to secure the air bag sensing and diagnostic Module (SDM) may be incorrectly positioned, and as a…Airbags90Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2016 GMC Sierra

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

6 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Oct 25, 2024Failure Oct 25, 202475,000 milesHuntingtown, MDAir bags, Electrical systemCrash

    The contact owned a 2016 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would lose automotive power. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the negative battery was replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at approximately 45 MPH, a deer ran into the middle of the roadway and impacted the front grill and bumper. The Service Air Bag warning light was illuminated. After the impact, the contact noticed smoke was leaking into the interior of the vehicle from the front driver-side and passenger-side air bags. The contact stated that the vehicle would not move forward or reverse after the impact. The contact stated that the front driver-side and passenger-side seat belts failed to retract or extend. The contact and her husband were able to unbuckle the seat belts and safely exit the vehicle in time. No injuries were sustained. No police reports or fire reports were filed. The vehicle was deemed a total loss and was towed to the contact's home where it remained for further investigation. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made not aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.

    NHTSA complaint 11621956
  2. Filed May 15, 2024Failure May 2, 202485,379 milesCasper, WYAir bagsCrash

    The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra 2500 HD. The contact stated that while driving at 64 MPH, he crashed head-on with a 350-pound deer. The deer went underneath the vehicle, and the driver ran over it with the passenger front tire. The driver's side air bag did not deploy. The air bag warning light was illuminated. There were no reported injuries or fire. A police report was filed. The contact was able to drive away from the crash. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 85,379. Additionally, while driving in the snow, a motorcycle crashed into the rear of his vehicle. The driver-side front air bag did not deploy. There was an abnormal sizzling sound, and smoke was detected. There were no warning lights illuminated, There were no reported injuries, fore or police report. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.

    NHTSA complaint 11588953
  3. Filed Aug 11, 2022Failure Aug 11, 201715,000 milesCorpus Christi, TXSuspension

    The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70- 85 mph, the vehicle was shaking. The stability track warning indicator light was illuminated and flashing on and off. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but they were unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to several independent mechanics but they were unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was contacted but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.

    NHTSA complaint 11478795
  4. Filed Jan 25, 2022Failure Jan 24, 202264,000 milesLawrenceville, PAHeater coreFire

    The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH with the defroster engaged, she noticed smoke on the rear electric sliding glass window and smelled a burning odor. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the road, disengaged the defroster and the smoke gradually faded away. The contact continued to drive the vehicle. The contact notified the dealer of the failure and scheduled an appointment for diagnosis. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 64,000.

    NHTSA complaint 11448788
  5. Filed Mar 30, 2016Failure Jan 1, 2016500 milesPittsburgh, PAUnknown or other

    VEHICLE SHAKES AND VIBRATES AT ANY SPEEDS ABOVE 75 MPH.

    NHTSA complaint 10852516
  6. Filed Mar 21, 2016Failure Mar 20, 20162,000 milesCharlotte, NCElectrical system, Steering

    WHILE DRIVING MY TRUCK, IT HAS HAD 3 ALERTS ON DASH FOR "SERVICE STABILITRAK, POWER STEERING USE CAUTION AND TRAILER BRAKE." VEHICLE GAUGES ALL DROP TO ZERO WHILE OPERATING VEHICLE AND GO ON AND OFF. THE VEHICLE WHEN THIS OCCURS ALSO DISENGAGES FROM GEAR, VEHICLE IS AN AUTOMATIC. THEN ENGINE REVS UP WHEN IT SLIPS OUT OF GEAR AND GENERALLY GOES BACK IN GEAR AS GAUGES COME BACK ON. THE POWER STEERING SEEMS TO ALSO LOSE SOME POWER. WHEN THIS OCCURS, IF YOU DEPRESS THE GAS PEDAL, YOU DO NOT GET ANY MORE POWER. THIS IS TECHNICALLY THE 6TH OCCURRENCE. IT HAS BEEN BACK TO DEALER (GRIFFIN GMC OF MONROE, NC) AND COMPUTER CODES WERE CLEARED AND NOTHING REPORTED IE...TECHNICALLY FOUND THAT WOULD CAUSE THIS ISSUE PER THE DEALERSHIP AS UNABLE TO RE-PRODUCE THE CAUSE. I RETURNED THE TRUCK TODAY AFTER THIS 6TH OCCURRENCE DUE TO MY FEAR OF DRIVING THE VEHICLE WITH MY CHILDREN AND GETTING INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. I HAVE VIDEO OF THIS LAST OCCURRENCE OF DASHBOARD GAUGES AND SHARED THEM WITH THE DEALERSHIP. FIRST OCCURRENCE PICTURES ARE FEB 29, 2016 AND SUNDAY, MARCH 20, 2016. VEHICLE HAS APPROXIMATELY 2000 MILES ON ODOMETER. ENTIRE TIME, VEHICLE HAS BEEN RUNNING ON LOCAL ROAD, EITHER AT STOP OR DRIVING BELOW 45MPH MOVING STRAIGHT AHEAD. I COULD NOT REPLICATE OR CAUSE THE ISSUE TO HAPPEN AGAIN ON PURPOSE, VERY RANDOM.

    NHTSA complaint 10850797
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins

61 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

  • PI1255E Oct 25, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary informational bulletin contains recommendations of what needs to be done to swap/install camper outside rearview mirrors on a vehicle not originally equipped with them.
  • 16-NA-042 Apr 21, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
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  • PIC6179 Mar 2, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that vehicles with front seat Regular Production Option Codes A52, AZ3, or B3F may comment about low treble, or excessive bass from the front door speakers. This is a normal design characteri…
  • PIC6177 Mar 2, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with information on vehicles with navigation radio Regular Production Option Code IO6 or UY4 that defaults to West Virginia instead of Virginia on a manual entry. General Motors engineering …
  • PIC6176 Mar 2, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician when the radio display is continuously flashing on and off every five seconds the Human Machine Interface will need to be replaced.
  • 15-00-89-005 Aug 18, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This warranty administration bulletin provides dealership personnel with policy and procedure requirements for essential tools that include consumable parts (U.S. Only).
  • 10-08-110-001D Aug 6, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational bulletin provides information on the proper use of GM floor mats.
  • 00-06-01-026G Aug 4, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational bulletin provides information to technicians regarding intake manifold inspection/replacement after severe internal engine damage.
  • 07-00-89-037H Aug 3, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
  • 13-08-116-001B Mar 26, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    The intent of this technical bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
  • PI1440 Mar 16, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary informational bulletin provides technicians with diagnostic tips for a customer concern of odor emanating from HVAC system.
  • 04-00-89-015J Mar 10, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This warranty administration bulletin communicates GM required operating procedures (U.S. only) for service operations.
  • 09-00-89-016D Mar 10, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This warranty administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies and the warranty claims submission procedures that support Labor Operation 0600014 - Suspected Tampering or Vehicle Modifications.
  • 12-06-01-008B Mar 9, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational bulletin provides dealership personnel information on unscheduled supplemental services (including flushing services and additives) and proper use of GM simplified maintenance schedules (Canada only).
  • 02-00-89-002O Jun 22, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on when and how to submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).
  • 99-00-89-019M Jun 12, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational bulletin provides dealership personnel with Global Warranty Management (GWM), Warranty Parts Center (WPC), and Parts Return Program information.
  • 15-08-44-001C Jun 11, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational bulletin provides information on a GM of Canada OnStar® cellular communication upgrade.
  • 15-00-89-004A May 22, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered seepage.
  • 00-06-01-026F May 21, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational bulletin provides information to technicians regarding intake manifold inspection/replacement after severe internal engine damage.
  • PIT5287C Feb 8, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician with the correct way to remove the front shock electrical connector terminals. Technician will need to slightly bend the end of the J-38125-12A release tool. There is a purple…
  • PIT5161E Feb 8, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a bump feel or clunk noise at a stop or on launch. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic o…
  • PIT5544 Jan 31, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a hydraulic rush or flow type noise from the power steering gear. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating chara…
  • PIT3665E Jan 31, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its own at a full turn.
  • PIT5510B Jan 27, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician how to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have fuel gauge that shows empty and the low fuel level indicator is on. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code P2636 will b…
  • PIT5405C Jan 27, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a reduced or loss of power steering assist, steering wheel jerks or kicks back when turning, Service Stabilitrak message with warning chime, engine st…
  • PIP5224D Jan 27, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Allison LCT1000 transmission valve body part number (24262535) tank is no longer on restriction through the General Motors Product Quality Center. Dealer can now order part through t…
  • PIT5509A Jan 26, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicle that may have a "Check Trailer Wiring" or "Service Trailer Brake System" message on the Driver Information Center when a trailer is conne…
  • PIT5542 Jan 25, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an excessive lateral driver or passenger seat movement and/or a clunk/click/pop type feeling or noise. Technician will need to install a front seat la…
  • PIT5511A Jan 25, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that some vehicles may have a dim Driver Information Center when the interior of the vehicle is hot from a sun load or extended heater operation. The Driver Information Center is designed to …
  • PIT5233C Jan 12, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have hard or unable to rotate ignition key concern. When the concern is present the steering wheel will need to be rotated in either direction to allev…
  • PIP3119N Jan 12, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on at low mileage. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P04…
  • PIT5540 Jan 11, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a low voltage reading on the volt gauge during the first several minutes after a cold start. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition …
  • PIC6177C Jan 11, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information communication provides the technician with information on vehicles with navigation radio Regular Production Option Code IO6 or UY4 that defaults to West Virginia instead of Virginia on a manual entry. General Motors engineering …
  • 15-NA-007 Jan 29, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This technical bulletin provides a procedure to reprogram the transmission control module to correct a firm garage shift, start up clunk, and DTC P16F3 condition
  • 03-08-46-004R Jan 27, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational bulletin provides information on Part Restriction and Ordering Process Information for OnStar Vehicle Communication Interface Modules (VCIM) (GMNA Only)
  • 16-NA-019 Jan 25, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational buleltin provides information on Transmission Adaptive Functions and Correcting Low Mileage Harsh Shifts, Slips, or Flares and information on transmission fast learns
  • 16-NA-014 Jan 21, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This technical bulletin provides a procedure on replacing the stator shaft support for vehicles with the condition of a delayed engagement after sitting with the engine off.
  • 13-02-32-001D Jan 19, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This technical bulletin provides a procedure to flush and bleed the power steering system to correct a condition of power steering noise or fluid leak from power steering pump, gear or high pressure hose during extreme low temperature conditions.
  • 16-NA-011 Jan 19, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This technical bulletin provides a procedure to update your apple product to the latest software version to correct a condition of infotainment system will not return to media after bluetooth call ends
  • 06-06-01-010C Jan 14, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational bulletin provides information on close coupled converters and there affect on newly installed engines or engines during there break in period.
  • PI1250C Jan 13, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on the advanced diagnostic alerts that are sent via onstar, they inform of DTC and indicator lamps that are set within the vehicles.
  • PIE0350 Jan 8, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information from dealers regarding the concern of a bang or loud noise with no forward or reverse ranges
  • 05-08-51-001H Jan 7, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational bulletin provides information on removing paint stains on the under side of protective shipping film
  • 03-08-46-004Q Jan 4, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational bulletin provides information regarding Part Restriction and Ordering Process Information for OnStar Vehicle Communication Interface Modules
  • 03-03-10-007J Jul 19, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational bulletin provides information on the temporary tire flat spotting condition.
  • PI1385A Jul 18, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational bulletin provides information that the TPM sensors must always be relearned when accessory wheels are installed on the vehicle.
  • PIE0371 Jul 21, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This engineering informational bulletin requests information from the field from vehicles that have the condition of a Check Engine Light, delayed shifts and/or the transmission stuck in gear.
  • 06-03-09-004H Jul 17, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This technical bulletin provides a procedure to lube the rear leaf springs on vehicles with the condition of a squeak noise originating from the rear of the vehicle.
  • 15-NA-067 Jul 1, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This informational bulletin provides information when ordering the new delphi style fuel pump to refer to the parts catalog for the correct part number.
  • 16-NA-222 Jul 11, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    THIS INFORMATIONAL BULLETIN PROVIDES THE TECHNICIAN WITH WHAT MAY HAPPEN TO AN ENGINE DUE TO LACK OF MAINTENANCE.
  • PIP5226A Feb 11, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ABOUT FINDING NEEDLE BEARINGS DURING AN OIL CHANGE. TECHNICIAN WILL GAIN ACCESS TO THE ROLLER ROCKERS TO INSPECT THEM. ONLY REPLACE THE ROLLER ROCKER THAT IS MISSING NEEDLE BE…
  • PIP5224C Feb 15, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN THE ALLISON LCT1000 VALVE BODY PART NUMBER 24262535 HAS BEEN PLACED ON RESTRICTION THROUGH GENERAL MOTORS PRODUCT QUALITY CENTER. DEALER WILL NEED TO CALL GENERAL MOTORS PRODUCT QUALITY CENTE…
  • PIP5189A Feb 26, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN ABOUT VEHICLE THAT MAY HAVE BLACK SMOKE ON A COLD START. A DUAL-PULSE INJECTION STRATEGY IS UTILIZED DURING ENGINE COLD START TO REDUCE THE TIME REQUIRED TO BRING THE CATALYTI…
  • PIC6170 Feb 15, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION PROVIDES INFORMATION TO THE TECHNICIAN WITH THE STEPS NEED TO DIAGNOSE AND REPAIR VEHICLE THAT MAY HAVE A CONCERN WITH NAVIGATION ICON NOT SHOWING THE CORRECT LOCATION THEN JUMPING TO THE CORRECT LOCATION. THE POSI…
  • 16-NA-175 Jun 3, 2016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO FLUSH AND DRAIN THE TRANSMISSION FLUID TO CORRECT A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF TRANSMISSION SHAKE AND/OR SHUDDER DURING LIGHT THROTTLE ACCELERATION BETWEEN 48 AND 104 KM/H (30 AND 65 MPH) AT A STEADY STATE.
  • PI1344B Nov 6, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Some customers may comment that the vehicle has reduced acceleration at low speed and/or transmission is slipping from a launch. Technicians may find DTC P0751 set or stored in history. This condition may be caused by the Clutch Select Solenoid Valve 2 (…
  • PI-1522 Aug 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    GMC/CHEVROLET: DUE TO INTERFERENCE WITH ENGINE ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT FROM TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) WIRE HARNESS ROUTING, THE WIRE HARNESS WILL BE DAMAGED AND HAVE POOR TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE AND QUALITY SHIFTING AND MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MI…
  • SB-08-24-15 Aug 24, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    GENERAL MOTORS: PARTS FOR MOST VEHICLES, CLUTCH, MASTER CYLINDER ASSEMBLY ARE, REQUIRED AND REQUESTED, TO BE RETURNED AND NEED TO REORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS USING SAME PART NUMBERS. *PE
  • SB-00-06-01-026G Aug 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    GENERAL MOTORS: IN SOME VEHICLES AND TRUCKS, WHEN TRANSFERRING INTAKE MANIFOLD TO REPLACE AN ENGINE LONG SERVICE BLOCK, DUE TO INTERNAL DAMAGE, EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE TAKEN FOR COMPONENT DEBRIS VIA BROKEN, BENT OR MISSING INTAKE VALVES. *PE
  • PIP-5088-C Aug 1, 2015 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    GMC/CHEVROLET: TO ASSIST ENGINEERING PRODUCT FEEDBACK, PARTS FOR DURAMAX DIESEL ENGINE, HAS BEEN PLACED ON RESTRICTIONS, BY PRODUCT QUALITY CENTER (PQC). MODEL 2010-16 DURAMAX. *PE
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.