GMC Sierra EV Problems by Year
NHTSA has 19 owner complaints and 7 safety recalls on file for the GMC Sierra EV, across 3 model years (2024–2026). The 2025 model year has the most complaints (8). The most reported problem area overall is visibility/wiper.
GMC Sierra EV years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Sierra EV model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2025 Sierra EV: 8 complaints, 1 recall
- 2024 Sierra EV: 6 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2026 Sierra EV: 5 complaints, 4 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common GMC Sierra EV problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All GMC Sierra EV model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Sierra EV | 5 | 4 | 5★ | Suspension | |
| 2025 Sierra EV | 8 | 1 | 5★ | Visibility/wiper | |
| 2024 Sierra EV | 6 | 3 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which GMC Sierra EV years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2025 (8), 2024 (6), 2026 (5). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the GMC Sierra EV?
Visibility/wiper, with 4 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the GMC Sierra EV have?
7 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.