GMC Sierra C15 — All Years

Reviewed by the 247VehicleCheck Data Team — automotive data reviewers

We have GMC Sierra C15 specifications on file for 9 model years, 2010–2018, covering pickup trims. Across those years EPA data lists 4 different engines. Combined fuel economy runs from 17 to 24 mpg (UK) depending on year, engine and transmission. 5 of the 8 rated model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating. Select a year below for full engine, fuel economy, dimensions and safety data.

YearEngine(s)FuelMPG (UK)CO₂ g/kmNHTSARecallsComplaints
20184.3L 6-cyl / 5.3L 8-cyl / 6.2L 8-cylRegular Gasoline20–242785★7304
20174.3L 6-cyl / 5.3L 8-cyl / 6.2L 8-cylRegular Gasoline20–242785★6429
20164.3L 6-cyl / 5.3L 8-cyl / 6.2L 8-cylRegular Gasoline20–242795★849
20154.3L 6-cyl / 5.3L 8-cyl / 6.2L 8-cylRegular Gasoline20–242785★9817
20144.3L 6-cyl / 5.3L 8-cyl / 6.2L 8-cylRegular Gasoline20–242795★9859
20134.3L 6-cyl / 4.8L 8-cyl / 5.3L 8-cyl / 6.2L 8-cylRegular Gasoline17–203234★3167
20124.3L 6-cyl / 4.8L 8-cyl / 5.3L 8-cyl / 6.2L 8-cylRegular Gasoline17–203254★3152
20114.3L 6-cyl / 4.8L 8-cyl / 5.3L 8-cyl / 6.2L 8-cylRegular Gasoline17–203254★5366
20104.3L 6-cyl / 4.8L 8-cyl / 5.3L 8-cyl / 6.2L 8-cylRegular Gasoline18–20325—0217

Best and Worst GMC Sierra C15 Years: What the NHTSA Data Shows

Across the 9 GMC Sierra C15 model years from 2010 to 2018 that have NHTSA data, the typical year has about 304 owner complaints on file. These are the extremes:

Fewest owner complaints

  • 2016 — 49 complaints, 8 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2012 — 152 complaints, 3 recall campaigns, 4★ NHTSA
  • 2013 — 167 complaints, 3 recall campaigns, 4★ NHTSA

Most owner complaints

  • 2014 — 859 complaints, 9 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2015 — 817 complaints, 9 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA
  • 2017 — 429 complaints, 6 recall campaigns, 5★ NHTSA

Complaint counts are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and rise with how many cars were sold and how long they have been on the road, so treat them as a pointer for what to inspect, not a reliability score. Model years after 2022 are left out because they have had little time to accumulate reports. Always check a specific car by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Engine History

Engines are those EPA lists for each model year; the MPG (UK) column shows the range across configurations where more than one exists.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What years is the GMC Sierra C15 covered on this site?

We have data for 9 model years of the GMC Sierra C15, from 2010 to 2018.

What engines does the GMC Sierra C15 come with?

EPA data lists: 4.3L 6-cyl (2010–2018); 4.8L 8-cyl (2010–2013); 5.3L 8-cyl (2010–2018); 6.2L 8-cyl (2010–2018).

Which GMC Sierra C15 year has the best fuel economy?

The 2018 model returns the highest combined MPG (UK) on record here, at 24 mpg on its most efficient configuration.

Does the GMC Sierra C15 have a 5-star NHTSA safety rating?

Yes — the 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 model years hold an overall 5-star NHTSA rating on record here.

Which GMC Sierra C15 model years have the most recalls and complaints?

The 2014 model year has the most NHTSA recall campaigns on record (9), and the 2014 has the most owner complaints (859). NHTSA lists no recalls for 2010. Counts are from NHTSA as of 6 October 2026 and change over time; complaints are unverified owner reports.

What body style is the GMC Sierra C15?

The GMC Sierra C15 is classed as a pickup on this site.

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