How do I know if my Gmc Sierra-3500-hd has a recall?

To know if your Gmc Sierra-3500-hd has an open recall, start by entering your vehicle's VIN or license plate in our Safety Recall Checker. We will find recalls that affect your vehicle and need to be repaired.

How do I check my VIN for recalls for free?

Check your Gmc Sierra-3500-hd VIN for free by entering it into our Safety Recall Checker.

What happens if my Gmc Sierra-3500-hd has an open recall?

If your Gmc Sierra-3500-hd is affected by a recall, it means that NHTSA and the manufacturer have identified an issue with your vehicle. After you check your vehicle, you can contact a dealership to schedule a repair.

How long does a recall take to fix?

How long it takes to fix a recall depends on the exact repairs needed. Something simple like a software update can be done in minutes, but complex mechanical repairs may take days or weeks. Ask the dealership when you schedule your appointment.

Do you need a warranty for a recall?

Your Gmc Sierra-3500-hd does not need to be under warranty to get recalls fixed. Recalls for safety-related items on your Gmc Sierra-3500-hd are taken care of by Gmc at no cost to you even if your vehicle warranty has expired or if you are not the original owner of the vehicle.

How long does a recall last on a car?

A recall does not expire as long as the vehicle manufacturer remains in business or continues to make the replacement parts. Generally, recalls can be fixed for free up to 15 years after your car's date of manufacture.

Why should you check for safety recalls?

Road Safety Risks

Open recalls can be dangerous for you and your family.

Mail Delays

Older or used cars can be more difficult for manufacturers to locate.

Risk of Costly Damage

We'll connect you with a dealership near you to fix the recall at no cost.

Gmc Sierra-3500-hd

26 Recalls

NHTSA 16V-084 · OEM 15808

Audio Warning Fails To Sound When Key In Ignition With Door Open Or Seat Belt Unfastened

139 Potential Units Affected

An unbelted driver is at a greater risk of injury in a crash.

Vehicles Affected: 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited, 2016 Chevrolet Camaro and 4 others

NHTSA 15V-830 · OEM 15794

Air Bags May Not Deploy In An Accident

90 Potential Units Affected

If the SDM housing fractures, water may get into SDM causing it to malfunction and hinder the proper deployment of the air bags in the event of a crash, thereby increasing the risk of occupant injury.

Vehicles Affected: 2016 GMC Sierra 1500, 2016 GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 1 other

NHTSA 15V-640 · OEM 15573

Ignition Key Cylinder Binds

3,073 Potential Units Affected

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.

Vehicles Affected: 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 and 6 others

NHTSA 14V-827 · OEM 14696 and 14912

Ignition Switch

84,192 Potential Units Affected

Vehicles Affected: 2011 Cadillac Escalade, 2012 Cadillac Escalade and 20 others

NHTSA 14V-819 · OEM 14892

Rear Axle Fracture

152 Potential Units Affected

If the rear axle shaft fractures, the rear wheel may separate from the axle shaft, increasing the risk of a crash.

Vehicles Affected: 2015 GMC Sierra 1500, 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 1 other

NHTSA 14V-820 · OEM 14855

Fuel Tank Vent Line Leaks Fuel

56 Potential Units Affected

A loose hose clamp could allow the fuel tank vent line to detach which may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Vehicles Affected: 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 HD, 2015 GMC Sierra 3500 HD and 2 others

NHTSA 14V-719 · OEM 14743

Loss of Power Steering Assist

679 Potential Units Affected

An unexpected loss of power steering increases the risk of a crash.

Vehicles Affected: 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 and 4 others

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Recall FAQs

If your Gmc Sierra-3500-hd is affected by a new safety recall, Gmc will attempt to contact you by sending you a notice in the mail. This notice will detail the defect, when parts for repair will be ready, how to get your car fixed, and whether your unrepaired car is currently safe to drive or not.

If you aren't the original owner, have changed addresses, or have never visited your local dealership for service or maintenance, then you most likely will not receive a recall notice in the mail.

Another way to know whether your Gmc Sierra-3500-hd has an open recall is to enter your VIN or license plate into the RepairPal Safety Recall Checker above. The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is a 17-digit alphanumeric code that can be found on the bottom edge of your car's windshield, on the driver's side. It can also be found on your vehicle's registration card.

You can check your Gmc Sierra-3500-hd for recalls by entering your VIN or license plate into the RepairPal Safety Recall Checker found above. The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is a unique 17-digit alphanumeric identification code on the bottom edge of your car’s windshield, on the driver’s side. It can also be found on your vehicle’s registration card.

Checking your VIN is the best way to find out if your car is affected by any recalls. Identical vehicles of the same make, model, year, and trim may not be affected by the same recall. A VIN is unique to a specific vehicle.

Your Gmc Sierra-3500-hd is affected by a recall if the manufacturer or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has decided that a problem with your car makes it a safety risk or fails to meet safety standards. When this happens, the vehicle manufacturer is obligated to fix your vehicle.

Normally, you will receive a letter in the mail that explains the recall and how to get the defect fixed promptly and at no charge to you. The letter will explain what the exact defect is, when the parts will be ready, how to get your car fixed, and whether your car is safe to drive or not.

But in many cases, the manufacturer won't know you own an affected vehicle, which is why you should check your Gmc Sierra-3500-hd for safety recalls frequently.

Use our Safety Recall Checker to check your Gmc Sierra-3500-hd for open recalls.

How long it takes to fix a recall depends on many different factors:

How many vehicles are affected by the recall? How complex is the problem to fix? How many different parts are involved in the repair? Are the repair parts available? Has the dealership received the parts for the repair yet? Do dealership technicians have training to conduct the specific repair? How many recalled cars can the dealer repair each day (while also doing their daily service business)?

Recalls are unrelated to your warranty coverage. Any recalls that are issued for safety-related items on your Gmc Sierra-3500-hd will be repaired by the vehicle manufacturer at no cost to you. Even if your vehicle's warranty has expired and you are not the original owner of the vehicle, you are still eligible to have any open safety recalls on your vehicle repaired.

You can check for any open recalls on your Gmc Sierra-3500-hd by entering its VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) or license plate number into the RepairPal Safety Recall Checker above. If there are any open recalls on your vehicle, contact a dealer as soon as possible to have repairs done.

Safety recalls that address a defective part or system on your Gmc Sierra-3500-hd that came from the factory do not expire and can generally be fixed up to 15 years after the date of manufacture. Even if you are not the original owner, you can have repairs done to resolve any open recalls. This is important, especially if the recalls are safety-related. The only exceptions are if the carmaker is no longer in business or if the dealership can no longer get the needed parts. Recall repairs are generally free up to 15 years after the date of manufacture.

To check whether there are any open recalls on your Gmc Sierra-3500-hd, enter its VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) or license plate number into the RepairPal Safety Recall Checker here. Your Gmc Sierra-3500-hd VIN can be found at the base of the windshield or on your registration card. If there are any open recalls on your vehicle, contact a dealer as soon as possible to have repairs done.