2017 GMC Sierra problems & reliability
61 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017 GMC Sierra. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several vehicles.
Federal crash records (FARS 2020–2023): 2017 GMC Sierra vehicles were involved in 167 fatal crashes with 46 occupant deaths. Involvement counts are not adjusted for how many are on the road and do not imply fault or a vehicle defect.
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train → | 23 | 38% |
| Service Brakes → | 19 | 31% |
| Electrical System | 6 | 10% |
| Engine | 4 | 7% |
| Steering | 3 | 5% |
| Unknown OR Other | 3 | 5% |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 5% |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 3% |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 3% |
| Suspension | 2 | 3% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
All 19 reported components →Common symptoms owners describe
Keyword analysis of complaint narratives; one complaint can describe several symptoms.
Mileage when problems occurred
Among the 48 complaints that included a usable odometer reading, the median reported incident mileage was 36,750 miles (middle 50% between 9,950 and 59,495 miles).
Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed with the defroster activated, a smoke odor was detected inside the vehicle. The contact's wife checked the rearview mirror and saw flames coming from the rear windshield. The contact's wife pulled over and…”
Visibility · filed Apr 29, 2024
“The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra LD. The contact stated that on two separate occasions while driving at approximately 50 MPH, the front passenger side wheel locked inadvertently. As a result, another vehicle crashed into the attached trailer which caused the trailer to jackknife. The driver alert warning light…”
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · filed Oct 20, 2022
“The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the transmission inadvertently shifted from high to low gears and the RPMs revved up. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure could not be duplicated. However, the failure…”
Power Train · filed Oct 13, 2022
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Technical service bulletins
883 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 2017 GMC Sierra. The 10 most recent:
Customer Satisfaction Program - Certain vehicles that had the front passenger seat cushion frame previously replaced, may not have had the adjuster stops transferred and are missing on the replacement part. The front…
N192285050 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 27, 2020
This informational bulletin explains the difference in AFM and DFM engines and what is and is not activated during this occurrence.
20NA038 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 26, 2020
This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information to cover GMs policy on performing GM covered vehicle services and maintenance on vehicles originating/sold in Canada.
16NA119 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 14, 2020
This Bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
18NA073 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 7, 2020
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most…
PIT3099T · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Feb 4, 2020
This Technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the radio to correct radio personalization settings on the infotainment display and a blank HVAC pop-up selecting HVAC Control settings.
17NA186 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 31, 2020
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8…
PIP4723D · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 31, 2020
This informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel for new vehicles with less than 1,000 miles that may not pass California smog inspection or smog inspection in other states.
15NA010 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 23, 2020
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on customer vehicles concern results in a manufacturer repurchase from the customer, GM depends on the dealership to host and administer the repurchase closing…
20NA016 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 21, 2020
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA) (US dealers only).
18NA306 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 17, 2020
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns name the 2017 GMC Sierra in our current data. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →Buying a used 2017 GMC Sierra?
- · Decode the seller’s VIN with our free VIN decoder to confirm the exact year, engine and trim.
- · Check for unrepaired recalls by VIN on NHTSA’s official lookup — recall repairs are free.
- · Among complaints with usable mileage, the median reported incident mileage was 36,750 miles. This does not predict when a particular vehicle will develop a problem.