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2024 GMC Sierra

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.

Class
Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
Body styles
EV 4dr Pickup, 1500 Crew Cab M/Box 2WD, 1500 Crew Cab M/Box 4WD, 1500 Crew Cab S/Box 2WD
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 2.7L 4-cyl turbo, 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Diesel, Regular Gasoline, FFV, Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
25 combined · 23 city / 29 hwy
Length
231.9–241.3 in
Curb weight
4,619–8,640 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
8 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Excellent fuel economyUp to 25 MPG combined — 26% better than the average 2024 standard pickup truck (19.8 MPG).
  • AWD / 4WD available

Watch out for

  • Many owner complaints538 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 77 for similar models — most often about the engine.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 6 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2024 GMC Sierra is a standard pickup truck offered with 4 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 2.7L 4-cyl turbo, 5.3L 8-cyl and 6.2L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.

It measures about 233 inches long and 84 inches wide on a 146-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 8,640 lb (EV 4dr Pickup).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (23 city / 29 highway), 26% better than the 2024 standard pickup truck average of 19.8 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 8 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 538 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.

What changed for 2024

  • New body dimensions: 3.6 in longer, wheelbase +6.3 in — most likely a redesign or new generation

Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 Sierra →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
EV 4dr Pickup233.1 in83.9 in78.7 in145.7 in68.9 / 68.9 in8,640 lb
1500 Crew Cab M/Box 2WD241.3 in81.1 in75.6 in156.7 in68.1 / 68.1 in4,694 lb58/42
1500 Crew Cab M/Box 4WD241.3 in81.1 in75.6 in156.7 in68.1 / 68.1 in4,888 lb58/42
1500 Crew Cab S/Box 2WD231.9 in81.1 in75.6 in147.2 in68.1 / 68.1 in4,623 lb58/42
1500 Crew Cab S/Box 4WD231.9 in81.1 in75.6 in147.2 in68.1 / 68.1 in4,835 lb58/42
1500 Double Cab M/Box 2WD231.9 in81.1 in75.6 in147.2 in68.1 / 68.1 in4,619 lb

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 2WD Diesel3.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 10-spdRear-Wheel Drive23 / 29 / 25+26%$3,850399
Sierra 4WD Diesel3.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 10-spd4-Wheel Drive23 / 27 / 24+31%$4,000416
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD Diesel3.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 10-spd4-Wheel Drive21 / 23 / 22+20%$4,350471
Sierra 2WD2.7L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spdRear-Wheel Drive18 / 22 / 20+1%$3,350450
Sierra 4WD AT4X Diesel3.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 10-spd4-Wheel Drive19 / 20 / 19+4%$5,050524
Sierra 2WD2.7L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spdRear-Wheel Drive17 / 21 / 19-4%$3,550470
Sierra 2WD FFV5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 10-spdRear-Wheel Drive16 / 20 / 18-9%$3,700496
Sierra 2WD5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 10-spdRear-Wheel Drive16 / 20 / 18-9%$3,700506
Sierra 2WD5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 10-spdRear-Wheel Drive16 / 21 / 18-9%$3,700495
Sierra 4WD2.7L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel Drive17 / 20 / 18-2%$3,700488
Sierra 4WD FFV5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 10-spd4-Wheel Drive15 / 19 / 17-7%$3,950524
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD FFV5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 10-spd4-Wheel Drive15 / 19 / 17-7%$3,950524
Sierra 4WD5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 10-spd4-Wheel Drive15 / 19 / 17-7%$3,950533
Sierra 4WD5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 10-spd4-Wheel Drive15 / 20 / 17-7%$3,950511
Sierra 4WD2.7L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel Drive17 / 18 / 17-7%$3,950513
Sierra 2WD5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 10-spdRear-Wheel Drive15 / 19 / 16-19%$4,200546
Sierra 4WD6.2L 8-cylAutomatic 10-spd4-Wheel Drive15 / 19 / 16-13%$5,150539
Sierra 4WD5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 10-spd4-Wheel Drive15 / 19 / 16-13%$4,200546
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 10-spd4-Wheel Drive15 / 19 / 16-13%$4,200546
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 10-spd4-Wheel Drive15 / 18 / 16-13%$4,200553
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 10-spd4-Wheel Drive15 / 18 / 16-13%$4,200558
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD2.7L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel Drive16 / 17 / 16-13%$4,200542
Sierra Mud Terrain Tires 4WD6.2L 8-cylAutomatic 10-spd4-Wheel Drive14 / 17 / 15-18%$5,500590
Sierra 4WD AT4X6.2L 8-cylAutomatic 10-spd4-Wheel Drive14 / 16 / 15-18%$5,500601
Sierra Cab Chassis 2WD5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 10-spdRear-Wheel Drive14 / 17 / 15-30%$4,450580
Sierra Cab Chassis 4WD5.3L 8-cylAutomatic 10-spd4-Wheel Drive14 / 17 / 15–$4,450580
5/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
5/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $4,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
19.8 MPG2024 Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2024 GMC Sierra.

Similar 2024 standard pickup trucks

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2024 GMC Sierra (this car)25 MPGNot rated8
2024 Ford F-15023 MPGNot rated11
2024 Chevrolet Silverado26 MPGNot rated12
2024 Nissan Frontier21 MPGNot rated3
2024 Ford F-150 Lightning320 miNot rated4
2024 Nissan Titan17 MPGNot rated2
2024 Ram 150023 MPGNot rated6

Recalls (8)

Tires · Aug 13, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V530000 · 8 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and GMC Sierra 2500 vehicles equipped with the enhanced towing option and 20-inch accessory tire/wheel package. The tire information label may state the incorrect rear tire pressure, resulting in underinflated tires and preventing the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) from displaying a low tire pressure warning.
Risk
Driving with underinflated tires can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect, update the engine control module (ECM) software, apply a tire label overlay, inflate tires to the correct pressure, and perform a tire pressure monitor system (TPMS) re-learn process as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. 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 N262561970. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 13, 2026.
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical · Apr 24, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V274000 · 597,571 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Risk
Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.
Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Anchorage · Jan 16, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V015000 · 5 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV and 2024-2025 GMC Sierra EV pickup trucks. The bolt that secures the rear center seat belt assembly to the seat structure may not have been properly tightened.
Risk
An improperly secured seat belt assembly may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix
GM will tighten the bolt that attaches the center seat belt assembly to the rear seat structure, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory and, therefore, no owner letters will be mailed. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242489901.
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Tailgate › Latch · Nov 26, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V894000 · 131,231 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra HD 2500, 3500 vehicles equipped with power-unlatching tailgates. The tailgate's electronic gate-release switch may short circuit due to water intrusion, which can result in the tailgate inadvertently unlatching while the vehicle is in Park.
Risk
An unlatched tailgate may open and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Owners are advised to check that the tailgate is closed and latched before driving. Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024. 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 N242469160. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA Recall 24V-060.
Exterior Lighting › Lighting Control Module · Oct 10, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V755000 · 1,962 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 GMC Sierra EV vehicles. The front turn signal lights and parking lights may be too similar in brightness, making it difficult to see the front turn signals when they are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Front turn signals that are difficult to see may not clearly indicate the driver's intentions to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the headlamp multipurpose LED driver (MLD) module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 4, 2024. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N242474560.
Electrical System › Propulsion System · May 9, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V320000 · 10 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Cadillac Lyriq, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Chevrolet Silverado EV, GMC Hummer EV SUV, and GMC Sierra EV vehicles. The electric motors in the rear drive units may have insufficiently insulated wires that can contact each other, resulting in a loss of drive power.
Risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the rear drive unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; Hummer customer service at 1-800-732-5493; or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242447080.
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Tailgate › Latch · Feb 1, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V060000 · 570,434 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with power-unlatching tailgates. The tailgate's electronic gate-release switch may short circuit due to water intrusion, which can result in the tailgate inadvertently unlatching while the vehicle is in park.
Risk
An unlatched tailgate may open while driving and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Owners are advised to check that the tailgate is closed and latched before driving. Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2024. 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 N232426400.
Steering · Aug 3, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V549000 · 3,893 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra 2500, 3500 vehicles. The steering gear shaft may fracture and disconnect from the steering arm.
Risk
A steering arm that disconnects may result in a total loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gear, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 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 N232414720.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2024 GMC Sierra is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

538Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
7Involved a crash
3Involved a fire
10Injuries reported
18,410 miTypical mileage at failure
Engine211
Power Train110
Electrical System81
Unknown Or Other52
Structure › Body35
Service Brakes34
Engine And Engine Cooling31
Fuel/Propulsion System30
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
24/11: 1224/12: 1125/01: 2725/02: 2125/03: 2525/04: 2325/05: 3225/06: 1625/07: 2125/08: 2125/09: 1825/10: 1325/11: 825/12: 2126/01: 1826/02: 1426/03: 2526/04: 1726/05: 1626/06: 2226/07: 1326/08: 2426/09: 3626/10: 1324/1125/0225/0525/0825/1126/0226/0526/08max 36

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2024 GMC Sierra buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 8 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Engine — 211 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  3. Power Train — 110 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  4. Electrical System — 81 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 18,410 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 GMC Sierra. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Sierra years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2026 Sierra25241.3 inNot rated6169
2025 Sierra26241.3 inNot rated4178
2023 Sierra26229.5 inNot rated4558
2022 Sierra26241.3 inNot rated8674
2021 Sierra26241.3 inNot rated10668
2020 Sierra26241.3 inNot rated16624
2019 Sierra21225.6 inNot rated17729
2018 Sierra20235.4 inNot rated12371
2017 Sierra20235.4 inNot rated11481
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 →