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GmcReliability & Safety Statistics

NHTSA complaint data, recall history, and AI-powered analysis for all Gmc models. Data sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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69
Safety Score /100
Average Reliability
7,175
Complaints
218
Recall Campaigns
7,175
Total Complaints
2015–2026
218
Total Recalls
campaigns
185
Crash-Related
2.6% of complaints
204
Injuries Reported
across all models
7
Models Analyzed
of 87 total
39
Safety Score
Below Average
⚠️ Highest Complaint Years
2015(1,424)2017(1,072)2016(898)

These model years had the most NHTSA complaints across all Gmc models.

βœ… Most Reliable Years
2026(41)2025(132)2020(336)

Fewest recorded complaints β€” generally the safest years to buy used.

Complaint Trend (2015–2026)

07121.4k2015: 1,424 complaints2016: 898 complaints2017: 1,072 complaints2018: 697 complaints2019: 587 complaints2020: 336 complaints2021: 619 complaints2022: 417 complaints2023: 483 complaints2024: 469 complaints2025: 132 complaints2026: 41 complaints2015201720192021202320252026
ComplaintsRecalls

Top Complaint Components

Engine Problems1,883 (19%)
Transmission / Drivetrain1,393 (14%)
Electrical Faults1,209 (12%)
Uncategorized Issues944 (9%)
Headlight/Taillight Failures747 (7%)
Steering Defects724 (7%)
Brake System688 (7%)
Airbag Malfunctions458 (5%)
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AI Reliability Analysis

Editorial

GMC is the premium truck/SUV division of General Motors, sharing platforms with Chevrolet. Reliability and complaint patterns are similar β€” the GM ignition switch defect affected some models, and newer Sierra and Yukon models have strong reliability scores.

πŸ’‘ Buyer Advice

Avoid pre-2014 models with ignition switch concerns. GMC Sierra trucks from 2019+ score well in reliability data. The Yukon/Yukon XL is a strong used full-size SUV choice.

⚠️ Top Reported Issues

1
Ignition Switch (older)
2
Transmission
3
Electrical
Based on 7,175 NHTSA complaints collected 2015–2026.

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