2025 GMC Sierra 1500: Forward Collision Avoidance complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 11 owner complaints for the 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 that list the forward collision avoidance component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11769463 (filed 10/06/2026): “I was driving at 70 mph on the highway. i heard clunk and then rattling and saw smoke while losing power. check 4wd warning illuminated. came to stop in busy traffic and where i first parked on shoulder, saw shoulder of roadway smoking and on fire. i pulled forward 100 or so feet slowly while hea…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11768518 (filed 10/02/2026): “Electronic braking system failure. vehicle was put in limp mode with a top speed of 62 mph. vehicle had very little or no braking . vehicle has less than 13,000 miles . i am the original owner.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11758980 (filed 08/24/2026): “Cruise control activates at speeds between 1-5mph, which frequently happens while turning, parking, or going through a drive-through. the cruise control activates by a toggle on the left spoke of the steering wheel, which can be easily bumped while doing low-speed maneuvers like parking. when bumpin…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Varies
Depends on the specific failure; get a diagnosis first. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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