https://gmauthority.com/blog/2025/01/nhtsa-opens-investigation-regarding-gm-6-2l-v8-engine-failures/ I experienced an engine failure, similar to the ones that are currently being investigated by NHTSA on my 2022 GMC Sierra Denali. My safety was put at risk through the engine failure at high speeds on the highway. The engine failed and while driving through mountainous terrain, the vehicle automatically launched into neutral and I had to dodge several passing vehicles to get to a safe place on the side of interstate 40 in western NC. The problem was confirmed by the original dealership that I purchased the vehicle from. Randy Marion GMC in Huntersville NC. There were no warning lamps, messages or other symptoms prior to the incident. It was sudden and without warning.

- Boone, NC, USA

The contact owns a 2022 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled; the vehicle failed to return to normal operation. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 18,000.

- Long Beach, CA, USA

Engine failure. The engine was replaced once before I bought it at around 17k miles and then I had to replace that one around 44k miles.

- Canfield, OH, USA

Motor seized up while driving, brough to local gmc dealer and they confirmed it is a seized motor and needs to be replaced.

- Duluth, MN, USA

I purchased my 2022 GMC SIERRA XLT in February of 2022. I have had it in the shop 4 times for recalls. They couldn-??t or didn't put an inspection sticker on the truck because I honestly don-??t think it could have passed inspection. The truck sounds like a truck on Transformer when I turn it off breaking town like a robot. On yesterday which was 1/27/2025 while backing up to turn around the truck started dragging in the back like the breaks locking up, the same thing happened while turning into my driveway off a state highway with an 18 wheeler coming. GMC can-??t look at the truck until February 10! This Truck was purchased new and it-??s been nothing but trouble. Electrical system goes in and out Steering assist reduced drive with care, Engine power reduced, park assist on then off and truck making unusual noise. I waited 13 YEARS to finally get another brand new vehicle and this what I ended up with. My last new vehicle was a 2004 Honda Pilot. I had 459,000 miles on the truck no engine or transmission issues. I donated the truck to Goodwill. Therefore, I hope GMC understands my frustration when my daughter-??s 2019 Kia Optima is out performing my 2022 GMC XLT truck. The back breaks are dragging and locking up, it appears the gears are getting stuck and I can-??t back the truck up or go in reverse without the struck staying stuck, then jerking vigorously and problems with the wheel turning to the right the truck get stuck or stall!

- Geismar, LA, USA

Engine locked up while driving down interstate. Found out it-??s the 2nd engine that has been replaced. On its 3rd engine now. GM 6.2L

- Brierfield, AL, USA

Day1: vehicle stalled resulting in warning lights related to the batter. Day2: battery was replaced. Day 3: vehicle was driven less than 30 miles and starting making noise under the hood. vehicle stalled in road and was towed to repair shop/dealership. I then received notice the stater needed to be replace to start the vehicle to diagnose. The vehicle started and it was determined the engine was blown and needed to be replaced.

- Byron Center, MI, USA

Started using oil and dealer said GMC says it can use 2 qts in between oil changes and few months later driving on interstate and quit running got it home and clinging and wouldn-??t start got it to dealer said the engine seized up bearing spun. Took 2 months to get truck back and now afraid it will happen again. GMC should offer a buy back or different year of truck at no cost.

- Owensboro, KY, USA

I was on a hunting trip when my almost brand-new GMC Sierra 6.2L broke down, approximately 20,000 miles on it. The vehicle started making a ticking noise while I was driving out of state, en route to our lodge. Early the next morning the engine light came out and the vehicle came to rest close to a stop sign. I was very fortunate someone was following me in a different vehicle. The vehicle would not start afterward and had to be towed to the closest dealership. Being a new GMC owner and nearly 7 hours away from home and in an unknown area was extremely stressful. The dealership service department was closed on Saturday (the date of the incident) and Sunday. The dealership was less than helpful and did not return my phone calls on an already stressful day. My trip ended on Sunday and I was forced to rent a car at Enterprise. Unfortunately, the Enterprise I contacted did not have a truck and GMC told me that the dealership could not provide a loaner truck. I-??ve needed a truck several times this month, which has caused difficulties for me and others. The vehicle has since been inspected and the service department stated the vehicle needed a new engine. This occurred 21 days ago and there is no end in sight. The service department could not tell me an exact date on when the engine would be shipped to their store.

- Maryville, TN, USA

Engine seized up. This is the second 6.2L engine that this happened to. The first one was a lifter failure and 2000 miles After replacement engine locked up. Brand new engine at 26000 miles. Now at 68000 the new engine seized up with no warning

- Kennedale, TX, USA

While traveling on the highway the engine shut off. No warning, noises or lights where on before. Check engine light came on when the engine shut off. Was able to get off the road on to the shoulder. This was an huge safety concern as I had no way to move the truck. After getting the vehicle to the dealer it was a spun rod bearing. Had 7000 miles on it at the time. Dealer replaced the the parts and had the truck back after three weeks. Metal is oil pan. 1, 2 and 8 rod bearing spun scoring on main bearing and crankshaft. There was no issues with the truck prior. I bought it new.

- Garner, KY, USA

I am on my third 6.2L engine at 80k miles due to engine failure. It is absolutely ridiculous and is a safety issue for sure. It has left me stranded twice. And now GM is giving me a hard time about not wanting to cover it under warranty.

- Newport , AR, USA

While driving, I was starting to move following being stopped at a stop light and the truck experienced a complete engine seizure. I had it towed to the dealership I purchased the vehicle at and after a day or two, they indicated that GM's recommended fix to this particular issue was a complete engine replacement. The engine replacement couldn't be scheduled in a reasonable time. Grant it that the repair would have been covered under warranty and they would provide me a rental until such time it could be fixed, I decided to trade the vehicle in on an equivalent 2024 model (same truck 2 years newer) after being assured that it was an isolated incident and not part of a systemic problem. I only am writing this since I read an article the other day indicating that the NHTSA was launching a potential investigation into the same issue based on 39 complaints, at that time, regarding the GMC's 6.2L V8 small block engine. I wanted to let your organization know of my issue as well since I would assume that there are far more than 39 people/owners that had experience this problem. At a minimum, I make 40. In addition, I am now concerned about my 2024 GMC since it has the same motor in it. The article mentioned that there has not been injuries associated with the engine seizure. This is not surprising to me. It actually happened twice in my 2022; the first time in my driveway and another on the road. Note, after sitting for a couple of days in my driveway, it had started right up. I went for a ride to test it out and that is when the final instance happened. Both instances occurred when the auto off feature was engaged and only seized when trying to move from the auto "off" position back onto the "on" (engine running) position so I was not moving in either instance. Again, I am not concerned that this issue will arise in my new vehicle.

- Sarver, PA, USA

bought vehicle in may 2022. had engine suddenly -??lock up-?? while driving on the highway to work in november 2022. towed and repaired at gym dealer through december 2022 for -??spun bearing-??. had -??fuel sensor-?? replaced in 10/23 when it failed the day before our planned fall break, towing our camper-?? then mid-december 2023 had camshaft part replacement when it -??locked up-?? again. got it back for 9 days when it once again -??locked up-?? (not driving this time-??) and had engine completely replaced. on the first two occasions i was traveling at highway speed when all of a sudden- i lost power to the engine. thankfully i was on the shoulder side not towing anything either time!

- Knoxville, TN, USA

Hard knocking and metal shaving on oil pan. Dealer said. New engine. 6.2 L

- El Centro, CA, USA

On 9/23 truck just shut off while driving to work no warning just shut off costed to side of interstate got towed in at 2:30 am and was later called had engine failure. Got back out of shop on 10/16 with 86581 miles on it On 10/28 driving on interstate to ball game truck shut off again no warning costed to side got towed in again. Get call later engine failure AGAIN with 86568 miles on it. So I had the truck back less than a month with 78 miles on it with the 2nd engine failure. During all this had to purchase a new car to drive to work which is a hour each way. Now truck is fixed and we-??re scared to even drive it out of town now. It really sucks they can get away with this!!!

- Arkadelphia, AR, USA

I was pulling a trailer loaded with my UTV when I suddenly lost power going up a hill. I pulled off to the side of the road and turned off the truck. When I attempted to restart it the truck wouldn-??t do anything so it needed to be towed. Upon the dealer looking at it they said the crankshaft bearing broke which is a common problem with the 6.2 motor and it needs to be replaced. The truck has just over 16,000 miles on it.

- Muncy , PA, USA

My 2022 6.2l V8 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate engine failed while driving 50mph on the highway. It had 18,000 miles on the odometer. The transmission locked itself in neutral while vehicle was in motion. There were no warning lights on the dash. When the vehicle came to a complete stop, the transmission locked itself in park. When I tried to shift into drive, the dash stated, "Conditions Not Correct For Shift" and stayed in park. I was stuck in the fast lane during rush hour with no options other than to wait for a tow and hope another vehicle does not ram into me from behind. My truck was towed to a local dealership and they found metal shards in the oil and said I require an engine replacement. This happened on 12/18/2024. On 1/22/2025 the vehicle is still at the dealership waiting for a new engine.

- Kingwood, TX, USA

Abrupt engine failure with no warring signs

- Manchester, OH, USA

The engine seized up at approximately 20,000 miles while exiting the highway. I took the vehicle to GM and they needed to replace the entire engine. I was told it was a common problem with the 6.2 engine by the service manager.

- Medinah, IL, USA