2022 GMC Sierra 1500 electrical problems

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

My truck is intermittently having the camera display a warning code. While in reverse or while towing and trying to use the surrounding cameras. It happens randomly and almost caused accidents in parking lots. While towing I use it for lane changes and with non towing mirrors it’s a very dangerous issue that could cause an accident especially on the highway

NHTSA complaint #11754012 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

I was driving at 45 mph and all of a sudden the screens went black as if the truck was turned off and the first thing I did was turn on the hazards because I didn’t know if the engine shut off either there was on coming traffic from both my front and back so I was scared my truck shut off 5-7 seconds later the screens turned back on and everything went back to normal but I was scared that my truck just turned off I made the dealership aware of this issue as soon as I pulled over and they said they had a busy schedule and that they would try to have a manager reach out to me to “squeeze me in” Mind you I just got my truck back from the dealership due to electrical issues and service yesterday and not even 24 hours later this happened so I am upset.

NHTSA complaint #11744447 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Was driving down the road at 35 mph and the truck started to shake and the the transmission shifted really hard check engine light came on. Pulled over truck wouldn’t go into reverse and wouldn’t shift correctly. Had my truck towed home called the dealership they said I will need to have it towed in. Several days later the check engine light was off I took the truck around the block it was running okay. Drove it the next day it did the same thing shook really bad shifted hard and wouldn’t shift correctly my go I took reverse. Had it towed to the dealership. The dealership said it was the same problem they are having on other trucks with this same transmission truck is out of warranty and GM will not cover the cost to fix it.

NHTSA complaint #11743157 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The Telematics Control Module failed - it no longer functions. This affects the ability to use OnStar services, such as navigation assistance, but especially OnStar emergency services which would be needed in case of a vehicle crash or other emergency. OnStar no longer works due to the module failure. There is a backlog of at least several months, or longer, before a new module is available. Many people complain that the replacement module often fails within a few months,

NHTSA complaint #11742834 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Multiple times now my vehicle has had its engine locked up while driving at highway and regular uphill driving. Along with towing aswell. I have had it repaired multiple times and last time dealer wouldn’t tell me what happened because GM wouldn’t let them figure out what happened. Along with multiple attempts at fixing the transmission and brakes that are still on going issue. Same with the engine.

NHTSA complaint #11738860 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced a failure with the front cameras and various control modules and sensors, requiring that all the parts be replaced. The contact stated that the parts had been replaced several times, but the vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for repairs, but the failures persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 73,000.

NHTSA complaint #11729731 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Motor was replaced at 70000 miles it blew rear main on the technician. Now 30000 miles later saying it needs valve body its been in shop 5 weeks now and no ETA on parts. Also the onstar module went out or never worked after engine replaced. The truck has locked up 4 times before the engine was replaced once at 11000 miles. Had hard shifting issues from new dealership kept saying it just needed an update or tuned everytime until 100000 miles warranty was up. On my truck all the extras were were installed when they arrived. Heated and cooled seats. Heated steering wheel, park assist and something else however the truck was already out of manufacturers warranty before the 1st item installed at 50000 miles over a year after I had purchased. Everytime something was put on something else failed. And the grille started peeling immediately after I purchased vehicle and is almost completely gone.

NHTSA complaint #11729013 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Electronic truck tail gate opened while driving after washing vehicle. The tailgate button on the FOB or inside the cabin were not pressed.

NHTSA complaint #11728267 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the driver's side seat vibrated, and the automatic high beam feature disengaged, and the lane change indicator became inoperable. The message " Crash Sensor System Inoperable" was displayed. The dealer was notified of the failure and advised the contact to temporarily disconnect the battery. The contact followed the instruction; however, the failure recurred a day later. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that there was a glitch in the crash sensor system. The dealer determined that the system needed to be updated. The vehicle was repaired out-of-pocket. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the failure was a maintenance issue, and the repair was at the owner's expense. The failure mileage was approximately 51,000.

NHTSA complaint #11727495 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Vehicle battery dies and dealer cannot source issue. Voltmeter shows large fluctuations in voltage while vehicle is running and driving.

NHTSA complaint #11725920 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Electrical system…battery is completely dead after short in tailgate button. Yesterday afternoon I washed out the bed and tailgate. This is important to know as a result of my research. Several hours later I go out to the truck and the tailgate is open unexpectedly, thought I had left it opened. After going to dinner and shopping with family I tried to open tailgate with tailgate button and it would not work. After several attempts I then used my FOB button, worked. The next morning I go out and the tailgate is opened not by me, I closed it. Got to my destination put truck in park and tailgate opened by itself. I closed it. Went inside grabbed what I needed 15 min later go back to truck and tailgate is open..I close it. I go to start truck and battery is dead. Confirmed by battery plus in Medford oregon. Did some research and see that a recall has been issued for this same reason: N232426400 Tailgate May Open Unexpectedly. Yes the recall does not cover my vim however I believe this needs to be as a result of the cause and effect you have already confirmed. Today is Sunday. I will contact local gmc dealer though I wanted to start a formal process.

NHTSA complaint #11724413 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2022 gmc sierra The tailgate is electrical which cause safety awareness and concern due to the tailgate opening by itself. The tailgate seems to continuously electronically open and continue to release the latch causing the tail gate to open possibly loosing cargo from the bed or tailgate opening and hitting other vehicles that may park too close or cause damage on a hitch if available. It is a persisten issue and I have seen too many complaints. This should be looked at and recalled by manufacture or dealers it’s become a very common issues for gmc trucks and a lot of upset customers. I’m one of them.

NHTSA complaint #11724321 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tailgate opens randomly on numerous occasions. Sometimes it won't open after pressing the button.

NHTSA complaint #11723049 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tailgate opens randomly on numerous occasions. Sometimes it won't open after pressing the button.

NHTSA complaint #11722209 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The front forward-facing camera module has failed, causing cruise control and driver-assistance features to become inoperative. Dealer diagnosis indicates the front camera must be replaced and recalibrated in order to restore cruise control and safety systems. This failure disables cruise control and driver-assist features that were standard equipment on the vehicle at purchase, resulting in a sudden loss of functionality while driving. The dealer has provided a repair estimate of approximately $1,150, including parts, labor, and required calibration, at owner expense. Based on similar reports from other owners, this appears to be a recurring issue affecting this model year.

NHTSA complaint #11716682 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

To start off my truck has been to the dealership multiple time for the camera. After third time in the shop they fixed that issue. Then the infotainment started acting up after about 4 times in the shop it was fixed. They gave me the prescribed fix for the engine recall in november. Engine passed the test. Then 3 weeks ago the engine siezed up from the crank and bearings on the interstate doing 70 pulling a trailer in traffic. Leaveing me and my dad in the middle of the interstate. I had to have it towed 2 hours to my house. After the prescribed engine fix. They replaced the motor in 3 days. Great right? No they did not test drive long enough. Or they would have felt the shudder that developed after the new engine went in. It is now about to go back to the shop. Because of the shudder at low rpm and im haveing electrical issues again as well . My remote start also stopped working after the engine replacement.

NHTSA complaint #11716229 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

My TAILGATE kept opening randomly and ENGINE WAS MAKING CLUNKING SOUND initially. Lost many tools on the highway once when it opened. Dealership told me my truck is not covered under a recall for both issues, even though other similar vehicles are. I refused to pay anything to have it fixed. They claimed my truck “wasn’t built in the factory that has recalls”. A month later the STARTER AND BATTERY burned up when I started up the truck, something locked up it sounded like. Eventually it started but didn’t sound right. A few days later the engine finally blew up. I paid out of pocket for everything for that trip. It’s currently back at the dealer being repaired with a new engine for the recall but GMC refuses to pay for the initial clunking/starter/battery and the tailgate issues. I’ve encored so many charges with tows and rentals from all these issues. I would like full reimbursement for everything.

NHTSA complaint #11713112 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Setting in a parking lot and the tailgate fell open and hit another car. The tailgate was closed and has fell open 3 more times while the vehicle is in park and one time it was powered off.

NHTSA complaint #11710984 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Lost brakes and couldn’t stop the truck

NHTSA complaint #11709500 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The windshield defroster and heater blower speed reduces and/or shuts off shortly after accelerating to highway range speeds. Blowing snow from Alaska roads will melt and refreeze on the windshield reducing visibility creating a safety hazard. The truck has not been successfully repaired after multiple and lengthy attempts. The heated steering wheel also malfunctions intermittently. The blower motor does seem to come back up to speed when vehicle speed is reduced to city speeds but is intermittent also.

NHTSA complaint #11706974 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1.)When driving the vehicle it will randomly shutoff while driving with loss of brakes and steering until it will randomly turn back on.The vehicle experiences intermittent electronic and drivability malfunctions. The issue appears to involve one or more vehicle control modules and/or electronic systems. At times, warning lights and system messages appear, and vehicle performance is affected. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. 2.)These failures create a serious safety risk because they occur without warning while driving. The vehicle may lose normal functionality, display multiple warnings, or behave unpredictably. If this occurs in traffic, at speed, or while maneuvering, it could increase the risk of a crash or leave the vehicle stranded in an unsafe location. Furthermore on 3 separate circumstances I came close to crashing the vehicle putting at risk lives in the vehicle and outside. 3.)The problem is intermittent and has been difficult to reproduce on demand. I have taken the truck to the dealership multiple times. The dealership has stated that because the issue is not actively occurring when they have the vehicle, they have been unable to duplicate the concern and have instructed me to continue driving it until the issue happens again. Despite this, the problem continues to return during normal use. 4.)The vehicle has been inspected by the authorized dealership on multiple occasions. To my knowledge, it has not been inspected directly by the manufacturer, police, or insurance representatives. 5.)Intermittent warning lights and system messages appear, including at times a check engine light and other alerts. These warnings may appear suddenly as the truck shuts off and then disappear after the vehicle is turned off and restarted. Another thing to point out is that the audio and turn signal chime cut off randomly. The issue first began while the vehicle was already in normal use and has continued to reoccur since.

NHTSA complaint #11706394 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tailgate unlatched by itself, first time I was connected to a trailer and it damaged the tailgate. Multiple (4+) times afterwards while being parked in garage tailgate opens by itself all during the same day could not get this to stop. Called dealership today for appointment where they could get me in the shop in the middle of the week, but they told me that this issue is known but not covered under my VIN.

NHTSA complaint #11705193 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the tailgate opened unintendedly. The contact stated that the failure occurred while the vehicle was idling or while parked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the failure was caused by a corroded wire. The dealer determined that the wire and the tailgate switch needed to be replaced. The dealer confirmed that the vehicle was not included in a recall or covered under warranty. The vehicle was not repaired but was scheduled for repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000. The VIN was not available.

NHTSA complaint #11701180 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Telematics module failed directly after update, vehicle is outside of warranty (by mileage) but only 3 years old. no GPS, Onstar, and several other features that rely on this system to operate. several dealers would not even look at it when calling for appointment, one dealer stated that the part was on back order for up to 2 years and did not want to waste the time to look at it. Upon research, this appears to be a very common problem on all GM models with similar outcome

NHTSA complaint #11698374 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH hauling a trailer going downhill, the engine seized. The vehicle was difficult to control. The message to “Shift to Neutral and Restart" was displayed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The driver attempted to restart the vehicle. The contact stated that the running boards were stuck outwards. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where the engine was replaced after two months. The dealer informed the contact that the battery was completely drained. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 67,500.

NHTSA complaint #11695418 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Every time I pull the truck into my garage or a parking stall at low speeds while using the front park sensor it will shut off with the automatic start stop while still in motion. Then you have to let off the brake pedal for it to start and sometimes the vehicle will search forward.

NHTSA complaint #11688722 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Onstar Module Failed.

NHTSA complaint #11688413 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Transmission shutters and won’t engage into reverse when hot, rear backup camera intermittently won’t display on screen just get a picture of a camera on dash screen. Happens multiple times dealer charged me for diagnostics but didn’t even drive the vehicle to get hot.

NHTSA complaint #11680390 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the radio and other electrical systems failed to function as intended. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. After several minutes, the contact restarted the vehicle and the radio and other electrical systems failed to engage. The contact was unsure if any warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Upon further investigation, the contact became aware of a recall on the VIN. The contact parked the vehicle at the residence and no longer drove the vehicle. The contact asked the dealer to provide towing service to tow the vehicle and no response was provided. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 16,000.

NHTSA complaint #11680223 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.