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2017 GMC Sierra

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2017 models.

Class
Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
Body styles
1500 Crew Cab M/Box 2WD, 1500 Crew Cab M/Box 4X4, 1500 Crew Cab M/Box Denali, 1500 Crew Cab S/Box 2WD
Engines
5.3L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Hybrid, FFV, Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
20 combined · 18 city / 24 hwy
Length
225.6–235.4 in
Curb weight
5,073–5,359 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
11 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
  • AWD / 4WD available

Watch out for

  • 11 recallsMore than similar models (about 5). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 5 similar 2017 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2017 GMC Sierra is a standard pickup truck offered with 3 engines (5.3L 8-cyl, 4.3L 6-cyl and 6.2L 8-cyl), including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.

It measures about 235 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 153-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,161 lb (1500 Crew Cab M/Box 2WD).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (18 city / 24 highway), 7% better than the 2017 standard pickup truck average of 18.7 MPG, for an estimated $3,350 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 11 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 481 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.

What changed for 2017

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2016 Sierra — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2016; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2016 Sierra →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
1500 Crew Cab M/Box 2WD235.4 in79.9 in73.6 in153.1 in68.9 / 67.7 in5,161 lb57/43
1500 Crew Cab M/Box 4X4235.4 in79.9 in74 in153.1 in68.9 / 67.7 in5,359 lb59/41
1500 Crew Cab M/Box Denali235.4 in79.9 in74 in153.1 in68.9 / 67.7 in5,324 lb59/41
1500 Crew Cab S/Box 2WD225.6 in79.9 in74 in143.7 in68.9 / 67.7 in5,073 lb56/44
1500 Crew Cab S/Box 4X4225.6 in79.9 in74 in143.7 in68.9 / 67.7 in5,278 lb58/42
1500 Crew Cab S/Box Denali225.6 in79.9 in74 in143.7 in68.9 / 67.7 in5,227 lb58/42

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Sierra 15 Hybrid 2WD Hybrid5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 8-spdRear-Wheel Drive18 / 24 / 20+7%$3,350447
Sierra C15 2WD FFV4.3L 6-cylAutomatic 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive18 / 24 / 20+7%$3,350448
Sierra C15 2WD5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive16 / 23 / 19+2%$3,550479
Sierra C15 2WD FFV5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive16 / 23 / 19+2%$3,550475
Sierra K15 4WD FFV4.3L 6-cylAutomatic 6-spd4-Wheel Drive17 / 22 / 19+7%$3,550474
Sierra 15 Hybrid 4WD Hybrid5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel Drive16 / 21 / 18+2%$3,700488
Sierra K15 4WD5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 6-spd4-Wheel Drive16 / 22 / 18+2%$3,700494
Sierra K15 4WD FFV5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 6-spd4-Wheel Drive16 / 22 / 18+2%$3,700492
Sierra C15 2WD5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 8-spdRear-Wheel Drive16 / 22 / 18-4%$3,700497
Sierra C15 2WD6.2L 8-cylAutomatic 8-spdRear-Wheel Drive15 / 21 / 17-9%$3,950523
Sierra K15 4WD6.2L 8-cylAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel Drive15 / 20 / 17-4%$3,950531
Sierra K15 4WD5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel Drive15 / 20 / 17-4%$3,950533
Sierra K15 Cab Chassis 4WD5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 6-spd4-Wheel Drive15 / 19 / 17+2%$3,950523
Sierra C15 Cab Chassis 2WD5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive15 / 20 / 17-18%$3,950523
4/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
4/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $4,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
18.7 MPG2017 Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2017 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2017 GMC Sierra.

Similar 2017 standard pickup trucks

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2017 GMC Sierra (this car)20 MPGNot rated11
2017 Chevrolet Silverado20 MPG★★★★★12
2017 Toyota Tundra16 MPG★★★★★5
2017 Nissan Titan18 MPG★★★★★3
2017 Ram 150023 MPG★★★★★13
2017 Roush Performance F15013 MPGNot rated0

Recalls (11)

Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain › Inflator · Sep 24, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V611000 · 1,559 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500/3500, GMC Sierra 2500/3500 vehicles, and 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The left-side or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
Risk
A detached end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape and project the end cap or fragments of the inflator into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Dealers will replace both RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 9, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262569920. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 24, 2026.
Fuel System, Diesel › Storage › Tank Assembly · Feb 2, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V047000 · 22,132 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra 2500, 3500 vehicles equipped with a dual fuel tank option. The rear fuel tank may collapse and prevent the fuel pump from transferring fuel to the front tank, resulting in an engine stall.
Risk
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and fuel pump module, replacing them as necessary. Dealers will also add a vent hose to the rear tank assembly. Repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim owner notification letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on March 15, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed June 21, 2023. 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 N222368030.
Equipment › Electrical › Engine Block Heater · Jul 1, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V496000 · 338,020 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500 and 2017-2019 GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with a Duramax diesel 6.6 liter engine and an optional engine-block heater cord. An electrical short-circuit may occur in the engine-block heater cable or in the terminals that connect the heater cable to the block heater.
Risk
An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix
Dealers will replace engine block heaters and heater cords. Vehicles that have this feature disabled as a remedy to the safety condition will be contacted and offered replacement block heaters and heater cords under a separate customer satisfaction program, free of charge. GM will provide free replacement block heaters and cords under a separate customer satisfaction campaign. For vehicles previously included in recall 19V-328, the heater cord will be replaced and rerouted, free of charge. Interim owner notifications were mailed on August 13, 2021. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on April 4, 2022. Customers may call GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 212329840.
Service Brakes · Oct 24, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V761000 · 652,967 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, and GMC Yukon, and 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with a 5.3-liter engine, a 3.08-ratio rear axle and four-wheel drive. If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.
Risk
Unintended activation of the driveline-protection system will cause unintended braking on the wheel on the opposite side of the failed sensor, causing the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192261050.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum · Sep 6, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V645000 · 3,456,719 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Cadillac Escalade, 2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra, 2015-2018 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon vehicles. The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.
Risk
As the vacuum level drops, the brake assist decreases, increasing braking effort, extending the distance required to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Electronic Brake Control Module, free of charge. The recall began October 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192268490.
Engine · Apr 25, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V328000 · 318,374 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 4500, 5500 and 6500 vehicles and 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 vehicles and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with Duramax 6.6 liter diesel engines and an optional engine-block heater. The engine block heater cord or the terminals that connect the heater cord to the block heater may short circuit and fail.
Risk
A short-circuit may damage the engine components and increase the risk of fire.
Fix
GM will contact owners, dealers will replace the engine block heater, free of charge. Additionally, in Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 vehicles, dealers will install a new rerouted heater cord. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-586-596-1733. GM's number for this recall is N182206310.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly · Feb 7, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V088000 · 18,574 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 GMC Sierra 3500 and Chevrolet Silverado 3500 trucks equipped with gasoline engines and dual fuel tanks. The fuel-level sensor in the front tank may stick in a low-level position, allowing the rear tank to overfill the front tank.
Risk
If the front tank overfills, the excess pressure may cause the front tank to expand and contact the driveshaft, possibly resulting in a hole in the tank. The hole will leak fuel, which in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix
GM has notified owners, and dealers will replace the rear-tank fuel-pump module, inspect the front tank and, if necessary, replace the front tank, free of charge. The recall began July 30, 2019. GM's number for this recall is N182204190.
Seat Belts › Front › Retractor · Sep 14, 2017

NHTSA campaign 17V567000 · 38,048 vehicles

Problem
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 trucks. The front seat belt retractor assemblies were built with the incorrect torsion bar. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Risk
The seat belt retractors may not perform as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front seat belt retractor assemblies, free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's numbers for this recall are 17368, 17375, and 17376.
Child Seat › Tether › Connector/Clip · Aug 3, 2017

NHTSA campaign 17V487000 · 29,647 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks. The owner's manual for the affected vehicles may be missing instructions on how to use the tether anchorage and child restraint anchorage systems. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Risk
If the instructions are missing from the owner's manual, the child seat may be installed incorrectly and not be properly secured, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will provide a corrected insert for the owners manual, free of charge. The recall began on September 25, 2017. 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 17307.
Air Bags › Frontal · Jul 10, 2017

NHTSA campaign 17V437000 · 40,683 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Suburban and Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles, and 2015-2017 GMC Sierra HD 2500 and 3500 vehicles. While being previously remedied for recall 16V-651, the affected vehicles may not have received the complete software update necessary to remedy the recall condition. Without the update, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
Risk
A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 17287.
Seat Belts › Pretensioner · Sep 8, 2016

NHTSA campaign 16V651000 · 3,640,162 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
Risk
A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 16007.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2017 GMC Sierra is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

481Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
23Involved a crash
7Involved a fire
9Injuries reported
37,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Power Train148
Service Brakes133
Engine72
Electrical System65
Unknown Or Other49
Steering29
Vehicle Speed Control14
Visibility/Wiper13
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
24/10: 424/11: 924/12: 825/01: 425/02: 625/03: 225/04: 1025/05: 225/06: 525/07: 525/08: 325/09: 525/10: 425/11: 225/12: 426/01: 526/02: 426/03: 726/04: 226/05: 226/07: 126/08: 126/09: 226/10: 224/1025/0125/0425/0725/1026/0126/0426/08max 10

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2017 GMC Sierra buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 11 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Power Train — 148 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  3. Service Brakes — 133 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
  4. Engine — 72 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 37,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
  7. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2017 GMC Sierra. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Sierra years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2026 Sierra25241.3 inNot rated6170
2025 Sierra26241.3 inNot rated4178
2024 Sierra25233.1 inNot rated8539
2023 Sierra26229.5 inNot rated4558
2022 Sierra26241.3 inNot rated8676
2021 Sierra26241.3 inNot rated10668
2020 Sierra26241.3 inNot rated16624
2019 Sierra21225.6 inNot rated17729
2018 Sierra20235.4 inNot rated12371
2016 Sierra20235.4 inNot rated13457
2015 Sierra20235.4 inNot rated23915
2014 Sierra20235.4 inNot rated22814

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or GMC. How we calculate this →