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The Most Complained About GMC Trucks and SUVs

GMC is an iconic American benchmark when it comes to auto brands. It’s the corporate counterpart to Chevrolet, so many of its trucks and SUVs like the Yukon and the Sierra are similar to some of the Chevy models we are familiar with. However, it does stand alone and its production vehicles maintain their own …

GMC is an iconic American benchmark when it comes to auto brands. It’s the corporate counterpart to Chevrolet, so many of its trucks and SUVs like the Yukon and the Sierra are similar to some of the Chevy models we are familiar with. However, it does stand alone and its production vehicles maintain their own popularity among consumers. Many are big fans of these trucks and SUVs, but every experience hasn’t ended in satisfaction. In fact, this is a list of the most complained about GMC trucks and SUVs.

GMC Sierra 1500 pickup truck grille
GMC Sierra

Keep in mind that just because these are the most complained about doesn’t make them the worst. Rather, it says more to the popularity of a certain model. Naturally, the more units of any given vehicle sold means there is more room for error. All of these body-on-frame trucks are the models with the most complaints on CarComplaints.com.

The GMC Canyon mid-size pickup truck

The GMC Canyon mid-size pickup truck is part of an extremely popular segment. It’s also third on the list of the most complained about GMC trucks and SUVs. This GMC truck has 166 complaints filed on CarComplaints.com.

2020 GMC Canyon Denali
2020 GMC Canyon Denali | GMC

The worst model year overall for the GMC Canyon mid-size pickup truck is 2015. This model unfortunately experiences transmission problems. Additionally, the 2015 model year for the GMC Canyon is the most complained about overall. The most-reported problem for the GMC Canyon mid-size pickup truck is about the transmission “not shifting properly.”

The GMC Yukon SUV

The GMC Yukon SUV is a tough, family-sized body-on-frame vehicle that easily fits into the classification of truck. This popular GMC model has 596 complaints on file with CarComplaints.com. That makes the GMC Yukon second on the list for the most complained about GMC trucks and SUVs.

It actually has something interesting in common with the GMC Canyon mid-size pickup truck. The GMC Yukon’s worst model year is 2015 too. But, it’s for different reasons. Issues with interior accessories are the reason for this model year earning that spot. The most complained about model year is also 2015, and the 2015 model year also claims the GMC Yukon SUV‘s most-reported complaint––”taillight not working properly.”

A white 2020 GMC Yukon XL parked in the city
2020 GMC Yukon XL | GMC

The GMC Sierra 1500 pickup truck

The GMC Sierra 1500 pickup truck has 1,103 complaints filed on CarComplaints.com. Obviously, a brand’s best selling truck will also earn eh title for the number one spot among the most complained about GMC trucks and SUVs. The GMC Sierra takes the title, but that doesn’t mean it’s a bad truck. All this means is that there are more consumers out there in GMC Sierras to complain in the first place.

It is notable, however, that the GMC Sierra 1500 pickup truck’s worst year of all is also posted as 2015. This model year is looking a little worrisome across the board, and it may be safe to say it’s one to skip if you’re used truck and SUV shopping––since we see a pattern. The 2015 model year Sierra 1500 deals with lights problems. However, even though it’s the worst model year, the 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 pickup truck has the most complaints overall. It also has the most-reported complaint of poor headlight visibility.

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