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2000 GMC Sierra 1500 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 sits mid-pack among Sierra 1500 years: 215 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 217, with 3 recalls and 2 closed investigations.

The trouble concentrates in one system: brakes issues account for 64% of all reports (137 of 215), far ahead of fuel system at 15.

215

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

2

Investigations

15

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

6

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2000 compare to other Sierra 1500 years?

Sierra 1500 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted1,025 complaints1994: 15 complaints1995: 3 complaints1996: 7 complaints1997: 100 complaints1998: 68 complaints1999: 182 complaints2000: 215 complaints2001: 171 complaints2002: 192 complaints2003: 210 complaints2004: 253 complaints2005: 218 complaints2006: 182 complaints2007: 310 complaints2008: 439 complaints2009: 280 complaints2010: 216 complaints2011: 362 complaints2012: 146 complaints2013: 147 complaints2014: 1,025 complaints2015: 923 complaints2016: 440 complaints2017: 472 complaints2018: 415 complaints2019: 856 complaints2020: 648 complaints2021: 704 complaints2022: 699 complaints2023: 542 complaints2024: 431 complaints2025: 141 complaints2026: 84 complaints
Sierra 1500 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes13764%
Fuel System157%
Body & Structure115%
Transmission105%
Suspension63%
Tires & Wheels63%
Airbags63%
Engine63%
Speed Control63%
Electrical System52%
Other21%
Visibility & Wipers10%
Latches & Locks10%
Seat Belts10%
Seats10%
Steering10%

Does the 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

07E106000Tires & WheelsDecember 17, 2007 · 130,000 units

Defect

CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL REPLACEMENT WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES WITH THE BRAND NAMES: NATIONAL, CARQUEST P/NOS. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, AND 515060, SHIPPED BETWEEN JANUARY 23, 2006, AND DECEMBER 20, 2007, SOLD FOR LIGHT DUTY AND MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS. THE INBOARD RETENTION NUT USED TO MAINTAIN HUB BEARING ASSEMBLY CAN LOOSEN RESULTING IN AN ABS LIGHT INDICATION, NOISE, AND/OR WHEEL SEPARATION.

Consequence

WHEEL SEPARATION CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE HUB ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 7, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL TOLL-FREE AT 877-489-6659.

06E043000Fuel SystemMay 19, 2006 · 88,303 units

Defect

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Remedy

HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

00V222000BrakesAugust 8, 2000 · 3,758 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH VACUUM POWER, 4-WHEEL DISC BRAKES. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 105, "HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH A KINKED BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM SUPPLY HOSE.

Consequence

THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 105.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL RE-ROUTE THE BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM SUPPLY HOSE.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“EVERY SO OFTEN THE FOR ABOUT A MONTH THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM WOULD KICK BACK SLIGHTLY WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS COMING TO A STOP. ONE SUNDAY MORNING WHILE COMING TO STOP THE ANTI- LOCK SYSTEM KICKED BACK VERY HARD AND I RAN INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME. NOW THE SYSTEM IS KICKING BACK AT ALMOST…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · November 9, 2008 · crash

“THE FUEL GAUGE IS BOUNCING ERRATICALLY EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE IS IN PARK OR NEUTRAL BUT IN NO OTHER GEAR. IT HAS BEEN FINE FOR YEARS BUT SUDDENLY STARTED ACTING UP. THE TRUCK RECEIVES REGULAR MAINTENANCE, BUT THE START OF THE PROBLEM DID NOT COINCIDE WITH ANY MAINTENANCE OR ANY EVENT. IT JUST…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · November 30, 2008

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 GMC SIERRA 1500 HD. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AND IS CURRENTLY AT THE BODY SHOP. HE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · August 22, 2007 · crash

“The contact owns a 1995 N/A GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that after parking, turning the vehicle off, and exiting, the vehicle suddenly rolled forward, down a slight incline, and crashed into another parked vehicle. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · March 5, 1998 · crash

“WHEN DRIVING AND SHIFTING GEARS AND PUSHING CLUTCH OR WHEN LETTING UP OF THE ACCLERATOR PEDAL, IDLE DOES NOT RETURN, AND VEHICLE CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE AND PICK UP SPEED, MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT TO STOP VEHICLE. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Speed Control

2000 GMC Sierra 1500 — common questions

Is the 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 reliable?

It is close to typical for the Sierra 1500: 215 NHTSA complaints, 3 recalls, and 2 investigations on file.

What are the most common 2000 Sierra 1500 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (137 complaints), fuel system (15 complaints), body & structure (11 complaints).

Does the 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2000 GMC Sierra 1500. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which GMC Sierra 1500 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Sierra 1500 years to avoid are 2014, 2015, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2020, 2023, 2017, 2016, 2008, 2024, 2018, 2011, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2013, 2012. The cleanest record among Sierra 1500 years belongs to 1995.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.