2003 GMC Sierra 2500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Sierra 2500 years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 30 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 160 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 GMC Sierra 2500. That is the most of any Sierra 2500 model year in the database (30 years). The most reported problem area is service brakes, hydraulic (43 complaints, 27%), typically at around 57,657 miles. Complaints mention 7 crashes, 4 fires, 4 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 160owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 7complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 43 | 27% | 57,657 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 36 | 23% | 92,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 28 | 18% | 109,250 | — | — |
| Power Train | 13 | 8% | 42,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 10 | 6% | 53,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 6 | 4% | 124,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 6 | 4% | 139,500 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 3% | 37,501 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 3% | 142,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 5 | 3% | 99,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 5 | 3% | 52,500 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 3% | 170,500 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 2% | 76,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 2% | 52,925 | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 2% | 29,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 1% | 53,000 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 1% | 36,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1% | 41,970 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1% | 54,050 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | 1 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1% | 3,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 GMC Sierra 2500 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 GMC Sierra 2500.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Had injectors replaced under warranty at 50000 miles after noticing excess exhaust smoke on startup and also power steering hoses were leaking, again at 105000 miles they totally failed as i was bringing my wife home from hospital on i-15 in ca. Up cajon pass and had to be towed to dealer, but gm…
Blower motor resistor does not operate. Upon inspection, harness and final stage are damaged due to excessive heat. I need to replace both components because i fear it will cause a fire. Many posts on the same thing. Why is there nothing done about this? My bmw had same issue but it was a recall on…
The horn quits working and this creates a huge safety issue. Online search shows this is a common problem and the dealer is unable to fix it.
Brakes are spongy not right power steering whines as do brakes
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 GMC SIERRA 2500 HD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENTIRE BOTTOM OF THE TRUCK BED WAS RUSTED, INCLUDING THE FUEL TANK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER (FREEDOM CHEVROLET, 7052 W 48TH ST, FREMONT, MI 49412, [redacted]) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT CHEAP METAL WAS USED ON…
Other GMC Sierra 2500 years
← 2002 Sierra 2500 · 2004 Sierra 2500 →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Sierra 2500 | 10 | 1 |
| 2025 Sierra 2500 | 28 | 1 |
| 2024 Sierra 2500 | 106 | 4 |
| 2023 Sierra 2500 | 33 | 1 |
| 2022 Sierra 2500 | 43 | 3 |
| 2021 Sierra 2500 | 52 | 6 |
| 2020 Sierra 2500 | 78 | 9 |
| 2019 Sierra 2500 | 32 | 7 |
| 2018 Sierra 2500 | 35 | 5 |
| 2017 Sierra 2500 | 37 | 6 |
| 2016 Sierra 2500 | 59 | 6 |
| 2015 Sierra 2500 | 89 | 6 |
| 2014 Sierra 2500 | 30 | 2 |
| 2013 Sierra 2500 | 46 | 3 |
| 2012 Sierra 2500 | 31 | 3 |
| 2011 Sierra 2500 | 63 | 4 |
| 2010 Sierra 2500 | 10 | 5 |
| 2009 Sierra 2500 | 31 | 5 |
| 2008 Sierra 2500 | 63 | 3 |
| 2007 Sierra 2500 | 83 | 3 |
| 2006 Sierra 2500 | 66 | 1 |
| 2005 Sierra 2500 | 115 | 1 |
| 2004 Sierra 2500 | 143 | 1 |
| 2003 | 160 | 0 |
| 2002 Sierra 2500 | 134 | 1 |
| 2001 Sierra 2500 | 134 | 2 |
| 2000 Sierra 2500 | 48 | 1 |
| 1999 Sierra 2500 | 36 | 0 |
| 1998 Sierra 2500 | 15 | 1 |
| 1997 Sierra 2500 | 14 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 GMC Sierra 2500?
Owners most often report service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system, service brakes problems. The top one, service brakes, hydraulic, accounts for 43 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2003 GMC Sierra 2500?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sierra 2500 model years, the 2003 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.