2015 GMC Sierra vs 2017 GMC Sierra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 GMC Sierra | 2017 GMC Sierra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 53 | 61 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 181 | 883 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 7,500 mi | 36,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Sierra | GMC Sierra |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 30 | 2 |
| Power Train | 6 | 23 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 19 |
| Steering | 6 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 6 |
| Engine | 2 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 12 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 5 |
2015 GMC Sierra
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.