NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 GMC Sierra 3500 Safety Record
The 2019 GMC Sierra 3500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 7 recalls and 12 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2019 GMC Sierra 3500 has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, meaning no star ratings or Safety Index score are available for this model year. The federal record does, however, document seven recalls and 12 owner-reported complaints. A notable pattern in the recall data concerns the air bag systems. Owner complaints include one alleged crash and one alleged fire. These data points provide an overview of documented issues but do not constitute a comprehensive safety assessment.
The 2019 GMC Sierra 3500 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries seven federal recalls concentrated in the air bag system, and falls in the Moderate recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Moderate |
| Recalls on file | 7 |
| Owner complaints | 12 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500?
No crash-test data is available for the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500. This heavy-duty pickup's safety profile, therefore, is derived solely from its recall and complaint history, which places it in the Moderate burden band. Seven recalls have been issued, six of which specifically address the air bag system. These air bag-related actions have been extended by GM well into 2026, indicating an evolving concern. The remaining recall targets the diesel fuel tank assembly. Consumer complaints total twelve, with four specifically concerning the service brakes. These remain unverified allegations.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500 have any recalls?
All seven recalls on the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500 involve the air bag system or, in one case, the diesel fuel tank assembly. The air bag campaigns, spanning multiple actions, address curtain and side inflator concerns on this heavy-duty platform. The diesel fuel tank recall covers 2017-2019 Sierra 2500 and 3500 trucks equipped with a diesel engine. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the summarized campaign data provided, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
AIR BAGS26V325000
Risk: A detached end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape and project the end cap or fragments of the inflator into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 24, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262557310. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 21, 2026. This recall expands previous N
Reported 2026-05-21
AIR BAGS26V166000
Risk: A detached end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape and project the end cap or fragments of the inflator into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right-side RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262549710. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 19, 2026.
Reported 2026-03-19
AIR BAGS25V432000
Risk: A detached end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape and project the end cap or fragments of the inflator into the vehicle, increases the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right side RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2025. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252513060.
Reported 2025-06-26
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR24V756000
Risk: A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right side RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC Customer Service at 888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N242474500.
Reported 2024-10-10
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY23V047000
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and fuel pump module, replacing them as necessary. Dealers will also add a vent hose to the rear tank assembly. Repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim owner notification letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on March 15, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed June 21, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800
Reported 2023-02-02
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER21V496000
Risk: An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace engine block heaters and heater cords. Vehicles that have this feature disabled as a remedy to the safety condition will be contacted and offered replacement block heaters and heater cords under a separate customer satisfaction program, free of charge. GM will provide free replacement block heaters and cords under a separate customer satisfaction campaign. For vehicles previou
Reported 2021-07-01
ENGINE19V328000
Risk: A short-circuit may damage the engine components and increase the risk of fire.
Remedy: GM will contact owners, dealers will replace the engine block heater, free of charge. Additionally, in Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 vehicles, dealers will install a new rerouted heater cord. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-586-596-1733. GM's number for this recall is N182206310.
Reported 2019-04-25
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500?
Twelve complaints have been reported to NHTSA against the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500, including one alleged crash, one alleged fire, and one alleged injury. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts. The most frequently cited components in those reports are Service Brakes with four allegations, followed by Electrical System, Engine, Equipment, and Air Bags each drawing one or two reports.
12 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500?
Seven recalls have been issued for the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500. Prospective owners should verify the repair status of any specific truck via its VIN on the nhtsa.gov website, as dealers perform recall remedies at no charge.
- All seven recalls on the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500 involve either the air bag system or the diesel fuel tank assembly, and multiple air bag campaigns were issued as recently as 2026, meaning some may still be unrepaired on trucks in the used market.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested this model year, so no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for the 2019 Sierra 3500 and none should be inferred from its absence.
- Service Brakes account for four of the twelve unverified consumer complaints filed against this model year, making that system the most frequently alleged concern in the NHTSA complaint database for this truck.
- Owners or prospective buyers of a diesel-equipped 2019 GMC Sierra 3500 should pay particular attention to the fuel tank assembly recall, which targets that specific powertrain configuration across the 2017-2019 heavy-duty GM truck lineup.
FAQ2019 GMC Sierra 3500 safety questions
Was the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500 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 7 recalls and 12 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 7 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 12 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 GMC Sierra 3500. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the GMC Sierra 3500 2019.
- 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.