Recalls
6campaigns
1 electrical · 1 power train · 1 steering
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
75filed
Owner reports, 2011–2020 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Fuel economy
20mpg combined
$3,266/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
4.3 L 6-cyl· 6-speed automatic
14 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (6)
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2015 GMC Sierra. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Ignition Lock Actuator may Bind
Electrical system · ignition
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks manufactured January 24, 2014, to February 26, 2014, 2015 Chevrolet Suburban vehicles manufactured February 12, 2014 and Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles manufactured February 6, 2014, to February 13, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the ignition lock actuator may bind, making turning the key difficult or causing the ignition to get stuck in the "Start" position.
- Consequence
- If stuck in the "Start" position, the ignition may suddenly snap back into the "Accessory" position, causing a loss of engine, steering, and braking power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. If the vehicle is in a crash, the air bags may not deploy, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on November 20, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 15573.
83% repairedof 3,073 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 15V640000
Listed for 2015 GMC Sierra. Not checked against your VIN.
Improperly Heat-Treated Rear Axle Shaft
Power train · axle assembly · axle shaft
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles manufactured November 24, 2014, to November 25, 2014. Due to an improper heat-treatment, the rear axle shaft may fracture while the vehicle is being driven.
- Consequence
- If the rear axle shaft fractures, the rear wheel may separate from the axle shaft, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axles, and replace any that were improperly heat-treated, free of charge. The recall began on December 17,2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet) or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14892.
100% repairedof 152 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 14V819000
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Possible Loss of Power Steering Assist
Steering · electric power assist system
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra, and Yukon XL vehicles, equipped with electric power steering (EPS). Due to a problem with the EPS module, the affected vehicles may experience a sudden loss of power steering assist during vehicle operation.
- Consequence
- An unexpected loss of power steering increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering assist motor kit, free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14743.
98.7% repairedof 679 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Front Seats may not Remain Anchored in Vehicle
Seats
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Buick Encore and Cadillac ATS; 2014 Cadillac CTS, ELR, Chevrolet Caprice and SS vehicles; and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Trucks. Due to an incomplete weld on the seat hook bracket assembly, the front seats in the affected vehicles may not stay secured in place during a high load condition such as a crash.
- Consequence
- A seat that does not stay secured increases the risk of occupant injury in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat hook bracket assembly weld and replace the lower seat track, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), and 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14340.
95% repairedof 124,007 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Transfer Case may Shift to Neutral/Rollaway Risk
Power train · transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra vehicles, and model year 2015 GMC Yukon and Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. In the affected vehicles, an electrical signal short may cause the transfer case to shift to neutral without the driver's input.
- Consequence
- If the transfer case switches to neutral while the vehicle is parked and the parking brake is not in use, the vehicle may roll away increasing the risk of injury to bystanders. If the transfer case switches to neutral while the vehicle is being driven, the vehicle would lose drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will re-program the software in the transfer case control module, free of charge. The recall began in early August 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14192.
94.1% repairedof 392,459 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Overheating Of Exhaust Components may cause Fire
Engine and engine cooling · exhaust system
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- General Motors is recalling certain 2014 model year Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, and 2015 model year Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV; Chevrolet Silverado HD; and GMC Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL, equipped with a 4.3L engine or 5.3L engine.
- Consequence
- The overheated exhaust components may melt nearby plastic parts and may result in an engine fire.
- Remedy
- General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the engine control module, free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC at 1-800-462-8782. General Motors' number for this recall is 14008.
98.2% repairedof 325,213 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Owner complaints (75)
75 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The exterior lighting is mentioned most often.
4involved a crash
1involved a fire
1injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 75 |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | 30 | 40% |
| Power train | 11 | 14.7% |
| Service brakes | 10 | 13.3% |
| Steering | 7 | 9.3% |
| Air bags | 5 | 6.7% |
| Electrical system | 4 | 5.3% |
| Unknown or other | 4 | 5.3% |
| Engine | 3 | 4% |
| Seats | 3 | 4% |
| Structure | 3 | 4% |
How 2015 compares with other Sierra years
Best and worst Sierra years →201171
201239
201347
2014115
201575
201636
201775
201817
201926
202011
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 71 | 2 |
| 2012 | 39 | 2 |
| 2013 | 47 | 3 |
| 2014 | 115 | 11 |
| 2015 | 75 | 6 |
| 2016 | 36 | 2 |
| 2017 | 75 | 0 |
| 2018 | 17 | 0 |
| 2019 | 26 | 0 |
| 2020 | 11 | 0 |
This year (2015)Other yearsStill collecting reports
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 20 mpg combined
20
mpg combined
18
city
24
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,350
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 447 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Pickup Trucks
What it costs you to run
$3,266per year
$272per month
750gallons a year
Miles ÷ 20 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | $3,350 | 447 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | $3,550 | 478 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | $3,550 | 478 |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | $3,550 | 475 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 490 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 490 |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 21 / 18 | $3,700 | 496 |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 20 / 18 | $3,700 | 507 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | $3,950 | 525 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | $3,950 | 525 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 17 | $3,950 | 537 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 17 | $3,950 | 537 |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | $3,950 | 517 |
| 6.2 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | $3,950 | 519 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2015 GMC Sierra FAQ
How many recalls does the 2015 GMC Sierra have?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns: 15V640000 (electrical), 14V819000 (power train), 14V719000 (steering), 14V446000 (seat), 14V374000 (wheel), 14V007000 (engine). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2015 GMC Sierra problems?
Owners filed 75 complaints with NHTSA. Exterior lighting (30), Power train (11), Service brakes (10) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2015 GMC Sierra get?
EPA rates the 4.3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 18 city, 24 highway and 20 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2015 Sierra compare with other years?
Among the 2011–2020 GMC Sierra model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (11) and the 2014 the most (115). The 2015 drew 75. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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