2023 GMC Sierra 2500: common problems
The maker issued 764 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 764
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 161 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 137 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 131 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 84 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 70 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 46 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 43 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 14 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the SES MIL and DTC P062B and engineering is…
This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the SES MIL and DTC P062B and engineering is currently investigating.
- This preliminary information is for technicians that may see DTCs that are history and should not perform…
This preliminary information is for technicians that may see DTCs that are history and should not perform any part replacements. They should follow the notes mentioned prior to anything being replaced.
- This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio
- This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it
- This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance
- This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues
- This Preliminary information communicates an issue where an aftermarket autostop device or rear taillights…
This Preliminary information communicates an issue where an aftermarket autostop device or rear taillights is causing a dead battery.
- This PI communicates diagnostic information to assist Technicians with a possible transmission shudder
- This PI provides information to repair the door water deflector which is not sealed properly allows water…
This PI provides information to repair the door water deflector which is not sealed properly allows water into the door jam/sill area.
- PI to help diagnose A/C concern
- This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues
- This PI was created to help avoid unnecessary front camera module replacements
NHTSA lists 764 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2023 GMC Sierra 2500?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 764 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2023 GMC Sierra 2500?
NHTSA lists 764 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2023 GMC Sierra 2500 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2023 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.