2014 GMC Sierra reliability record
Every consumer complaint and recall the U.S. government (NHTSA) has on file for the 2014 GMC Sierra — the repair risk behind the ownership cost.
- NHTSA complaints
- 132
- 6 in the last 5 years
- Top problem area
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- 60 complaints
- Recalls on record
- 11
- see below
- Reported harm
- 8 reported crashes · 15 injuries · 2 fires
How this record compares
raw NHTSA counts, not defect ratesComplaint rank
#3,500
of 4,194 vehicle records
Vs GMC median
-116
median 248 across 165 GMC records
Vs 2012-2016
-172
median 304 complaints in 626 records
Top component share
45%
Exterior Lighting: 60 complaints
What owners report fails — 2014 GMC Sierra
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING 60
- POWER TRAIN 10
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 9
- ENGINE 8
- STEERING 7
11 recalls on record for the 2014 GMC Sierra
- NHTSA 13V544000 · 2015 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS Text that does not conform to the required labeling size could inhibit fuel tank inspection practices and safe refueling
- NHTSA 15V640000 · 2015 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION If stuck in the "Start" position, the ignition may suddenly snap back into the "Accessory" position, causing a loss of e
- NHTSA 14V152000 · 2014 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLI If the line is not securely seated and transmission oil leaks from the fitting, the oil could contact a hot surface and
- NHTSA 14V246000 · 2014 · STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY An improperly tightened tie rod attachment may allow the tie rod to separate from the steering rack, resulting in a loss
- NHTSA 14V345000 · 2014 · EQUIPMENT The floor mat could shift such that it could interfere with the accelerator pedal, preventing its return to an idle posi
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Open TCO calculatorThese are unverified consumer reports and manufacturer recalls filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration — not validated defect rates, and not adjusted for how many 2014 GMC Sierra units were produced or sold. High-volume and older vehicles naturally accumulate more complaints. Use this as one research signal, not a verdict on any individual vehicle. Data as of 2026. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (public domain).
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2014 GMC Sierra reliable?
NHTSA has 132 consumer complaints on record for the 2014 GMC Sierra and 11 recalls. The most-reported problem area is exterior lighting (60 reports). These are unverified consumer reports filed with the government, not validated failure rates, and are not adjusted for how many 2014 GMC Sierra units were produced — popular vehicles naturally accumulate more reports.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 GMC Sierra?
Owners most often report problems with: exterior lighting (60), power train (10), electrical system (9), engine (8). Each figure is the number of complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
How much does it cost to own a 2014 GMC Sierra?
Ownership cost depends on your state taxes, insurance, fuel, and the maintenance the vehicle's reliability record implies. Use the CarOutlay 5-year TCO calculator to estimate the full cost including the repair risk this complaint record suggests.