2018 GMC Sierra 2500 vs 2019 GMC Sierra 2500
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 | 2018 GMC Sierra 2500 | 2019 GMC Sierra 2500 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 35 | 32 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,115 | 941 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Sierra 2500 | GMC Sierra 2500 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 7 | 9 |
| Engine | 8 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 2 |
| Equipment | 4 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 2 |
| Power Train | 3 | 2 |
| Tires | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
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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.