NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2022 GMC Sierra 2500 Safety Record
The 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 3 recalls and 41 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
A significant safety alert surrounds the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500: a "park outside" recall campaign for its electric brake-assist control module. This serious directive is one of three recalls affecting this model year. Beyond these campaigns, the Sierra 2500 has accrued 41 owner-reported complaints. These include specific allegations of 1 crash, 2 fires, and 3 injuries. The absence of federal crash-test data means no star ratings are available for this heavy-duty pickup; consequently, a Safety Index score cannot be computed. Buyers must weigh the vehicle's recall burden and complaint record carefully, as its crashworthiness remains unassessed by NHTSA.
The 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden band, and is subject to three recall campaigns according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Heavy |
| Recalls on file | 3 (includes park-outside) |
| Owner complaints | 41 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500?
The 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 has no crash-test data available from NHTSA, leaving its Heavy recall and complaint burden band as the sole federal safety signal. This designation stems from three active recall campaigns and a total of 41 owner complaints. Of the recalls, the park-outside brake-assist recall presents the most significant operational concern; GM has advised owners against parking the vehicle indoors or near structures due to a potential loss of braking power. A separate recall addresses the tailgate latch, introducing a secondary safety issue regarding cargo retention. While unverified by NHTSA, the Electrical System stands out in owner complaints as the most frequently reported problem area. For consumers seeking a tested benchmark for the Sierra 2500, NHTSA has published Safety Index scores for the 2024, 2025, and 2026 model years.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 have any recalls?
The 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 is covered by three recall campaigns. The first addresses automatic transmission control module software. The second covers the powered tailgate latch. The third, a park-outside campaign, targets the electric brake power-assist control module and was the earliest of the three to be issued. Owners of this model year should verify whether any of these campaigns remain open on their specific vehicle.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE24V797000
Risk: Rear wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install new transmission control module software, free of charge. GM will provide a special coverage program to cover the repair of transmissions that are identified by the remedy software as containing a defective control valve. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-80
Reported 2024-10-24
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH24V060000
Risk: An unlatched tailgate may open while driving and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised to check that the tailgate is closed and latched before driving. Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232426400.
Reported 2024-02-01
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE21V758000
Risk: Water in the BPMV may cause an electrical short circuit and increase the risk of fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from other structures until the recall repair is completed. Dealers will replace the BPMV assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 20, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212349181.
Reported 2021-09-29
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500?
Forty-one complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500. These are unverified consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as defects. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System with 11 reports, Tires with 6, Power Train with 5, and Structure and Engine each with 4. The complaints also include alleged incidents of 1 crash, 2 fires, and 3 injuries.
41 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500?
Before purchasing a used 2022 GMC Sierra 2500, prospective owners should confirm the status of its three recall campaigns. The only way to determine if any recalls remain open and unrepaired for a specific truck is to use the free VIN lookup tool provided at nhtsa.gov.
- The 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 has no NHTSA crash-test score and no star ratings for any category, so shoppers cannot evaluate it by federal test results for this model year.
- One of the three recalls covering this model year is a park-outside campaign linked to the electric brake power-assist control module, which GM identified as a potential loss-of-braking risk.
- The 41 unverified complaints filed with NHTSA for this model year include alleged incidents of 1 crash, 2 fires, and 3 injuries, with the Electrical System accounting for the largest share of reports at 11.
- Tested siblings exist: NHTSA has assigned Safety Index scores to the 2024, 2025, and 2026 GMC Sierra 2500, which shoppers can use as a reference point when comparing model years.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 places
The 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 GMC Sierra 2500 safety questions
Was the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 3 recalls and 41 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500, including a park-outside or do-not-drive campaign, which is the most serious class of recall. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 41 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 GMC Sierra 2500. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the GMC Sierra 2500 2022.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.