2011 GMC Sierra vs 2012 GMC Sierra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 GMC Sierra | 2012 GMC Sierra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 43 | 29 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 292 | 275 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported mileage | 45,000 mi | 31,725 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Sierra | GMC Sierra |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 10 | 4 |
| Structure | 8 | 6 |
| Engine | 7 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 7 |
| Power Train | 6 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 3 |
2011 GMC Sierra
2012 GMC Sierra
Compare all GMC Sierra vs GMC Sierra years →
Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.