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2000 GMC Sierra 2500 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 sits mid-pack among Sierra 2500 years: 62 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 57, with 3 recalls and one closed investigation.

The trouble concentrates in one system: brakes issues account for 55% of all reports (34 of 62), far ahead of body & structure at 5.

62

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

1

Investigations

4

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

4

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2000 compare to other Sierra 2500 years?

Sierra 2500 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted193 complaints1994: 2 complaints1997: 14 complaints1998: 19 complaints1999: 42 complaints2000: 62 complaints2001: 171 complaints2002: 164 complaints2003: 193 complaints2004: 175 complaints2005: 159 complaints2006: 78 complaints2007: 98 complaints2008: 78 complaints2009: 37 complaints2010: 11 complaints2011: 81 complaints2012: 39 complaints2013: 57 complaints2014: 39 complaints2015: 100 complaints2016: 75 complaints2017: 51 complaints2018: 46 complaints2019: 38 complaints2020: 106 complaints2021: 63 complaints2022: 52 complaints2023: 34 complaints2024: 133 complaints2025: 34 complaints2026: 9 complaints
Sierra 2500 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 2500 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes3455%
Body & Structure58%
Engine46%
Electrical System35%
Suspension35%
Steering35%
Fuel System23%
Speed Control23%
Transmission12%
Other12%
Seat Belts12%
Seats12%
Tires & Wheels12%
Airbags12%

Does the 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 have recalls?

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

07E088000OtherOctober 24, 2007 · 121,680 units

Defect

CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

Remedy

HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.

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.

“WET SURFACE. TWO SIMILAR WRECKS IN TWO DIFFERENT CHEVY PICKUPS. ONE A 1994 AND THE OTHER IN A 2000 GMC. TRYING TO STOP, STANDING ON THE BRAKES, WHILE BOTH OF THESE VEHICLES ACCELERATED INTO THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME. FOLLOWING THE LAST INCIDENT, I WENT STRAIGHT TO A LARGE EMPTY PARKING…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · January 20, 2005 · crash

“GMC TRUCK FRAMES CRACKING, ROTTING OUT, BRAKING DUE TO POOR DESIGN AND COATING AND GM WON'T STEP UP AND TAKE RESPONSIBILITY AS TOYOTA HAS. THE CONSUMER GETS AN UNSAFE VEHICLE BECAUSE OF FRAMES GIVING OUT WELL BEFORE THE BODY, THE FRAMES SHOULD BE STRONG. IN UNDER 2 YEARS THE FRAME WENT FROM STRONG…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · January 1, 2017 · crash

“I BEEN HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLTS BREAKING OFF. I SPENT A TON OF MONEY REPLACING O2 SENSORS OVER THE LAST 4 YEARS. I'VE JUST CURRENTLY FOUND OUT THAT THE O2 SENSORS WERE NOT BAD, IT WAS ACTUALLY THE EXHAUST HEADER BOLTS BREAKING ALLOWING MY EMISSION SYSTEM TO MALFUNCTION. I'VE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · March 12, 2014 · fire

“FRONT CROSSMEMBER WELDS SEVERELY RUSTED AND ROTTED OUT. CROSSMEMBER ABOUT READY TO BREAK LOOSE FROM FRAME. FRONT FRAME RAILS SEVERELY RUSTED AND ROTTED OUT. FRONT SUSPENSION PARTS SEVERELY RUSTED AND ROTTING AWAY. REAR FRAME SEVERELY RUSTED AND ROTTED OUT. SHOCK MOUNTS ABOUT READY TO BREAK LOOSE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · June 2, 2014

“FRONT CROSSMEMBER WELDS SEVERELY RUSTED AND ROTTED OUT. CROSSMEMBER ABOUT READY TO BREAK LOOSE FROM FRAME. FRONT FRAME RAILS SEVERELY RUSTED AND ROTTED OUT. FRONT SUSPENSION PARTS SEVERELY RUSTED AND ROTTING AWAY. REAR FRAME SEVERELY RUSTED AND ROTTED OUT. SHOCK MOUNTS ABOUT READY TO BREAK LOOSE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · June 2, 2014

2000 GMC Sierra 2500 — common questions

Is the 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 reliable?

It is close to typical for the Sierra 2500: 62 NHTSA complaints, 3 recalls, and 1 investigation on file.

What are the most common 2000 Sierra 2500 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (34 complaints), body & structure (5 complaints), engine (4 complaints).

Does the 2000 GMC Sierra 2500 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2000 GMC Sierra 2500. 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 2500 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which GMC Sierra 2500 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Sierra 2500 years to avoid are 2003, 2004, 2001, 2002, 2005, 2024, 2020, 2015, 2007, 2011, 2008, 2013, 2012, 2014, 2009, 2010. The cleanest record among Sierra 2500 years belongs to 1994.

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.