2011 GMC SIERRA 3500 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2011 GMC Sierra 3500 has 0 complaints and 9 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to electrical system defects and airbag inflator risks among various recall campaigns.
There are 9 recalls affecting multiple systems including electrical components, airbag inflators, fuel system, and onboard equipment. These recalls address safety risks such as potential fires, airbag explosions, fuel tank leaks, and fire extinguisher malfunction.
Recalls- Electrical system. Recall 14V407000 affects 9,371 vehicles. The defect involves melting fusible links in the auxiliary battery circuit caused by excessive current through the trailer harness, increasing fire risk. Dealers will replace the jumper harness with one including a 40 amp inline fuse free of charge.
- Passenger airbag inflator (Zone A). Recall 21V050000 affects 2,641,272 vehicles including some 2011 Sierra 3500s. The inflators use phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate which may degrade and explode, sending metal fragments into occupants. GM will replace the inflators free of charge; this recall does not include a "Do Not Drive" advisory.
- Passenger airbag inflator (Zone B and C). Recall 21V054000 includes 1,778,128 vehicles and covers similar inflator defects in 2011 Sierra 3500s for other states. The risk and remedy are the same as Recall 21V050000 with replacement inflators provided free.
- Fuel system auxiliary tank. Recall 17V664000 covers 35,292 trucks with dual fuel tanks including 2011 Sierra 3500 models. A sticking fuel level sensor can cause front tank overfill, possibly causing a drive shaft contact and tank puncture that increases fire risk. Dealers will replace or repair components and inspect tanks at no cost.
- Fire extinguisher equipment. Recall 18V267000 affects 6,154 vehicles equipped with certain Kidde fire extinguishers. Extinguishers may clog or have nozzles detach, preventing proper operation during a fire. Owners are instructed to contact Kidde for free replacements.
Owners with 2011 GMC Sierra 3500 trucks facing repeated repairs related to these recalls or unresolved safety defects may want to consult state lemon law provisions for guidance on rights and remedies.
2011 GMC SIERRA 3500 Summary
2011
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
5
Total Recalls
4470217
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2011 GMC SIERRA 3500
1778128 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, PR, AS, GU, the MP, and VI or "Zone A." Additionally GM is recalling certain 2011-2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL and 2011-2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AZ, AR, DE, DC, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, NE, NV, NJ, NM, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, and WV or "Zone B." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2010-2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL and 2010-2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated passenger frontal inflators containing phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
2011 GMC SIERRA 3500
2641272 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL, and 2009-2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and Sierra 3500 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2007-2008 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." These vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated passenger frontal inflators containing phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
2011 GMC SIERRA 3500
6154 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain Plastic-Handle Fire Extinguishers or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
2011 GMC SIERRA 3500
35292 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 trucks equipped with dual fuel tanks. The low fuel level sensor for the front tank may stick causing 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.
2011 GMC SIERRA 3500
9371 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500/3500 trucks manufactured January 18, 2007, to June 22, 2011, and GMC Sierra HD 2500/3500 trucks manufactured January 22, 2007, to June 21, 2011, and equipped with an auxiliary battery. Owners may unknowingly draw too much current through the vehicle's trailer harness resulting in the melting of fusible link for the auxiliary battery.
Risk: If the fusible link melts it may come into contact with adjacent components, damage the electrical center cover, the nearby wiring harness conduit and other vehicle components, increasing the risk of a fire.
Complaints
No complaints found.