Warren, MI – March 4, 2025 – General Motors (NYSE:GM), which owns the GMC brand, is recalling 70,768 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 pickup trucks whose front grill deflectors – also known as bug or wind deflectors – can detach and fall onto the road. This would endanger other motorists, upping the risk of a crash and injury.
The recall comes on the back of several accidents.
Recall summary
The deflector is a piece of exterior trim mounted above or on the car’s front grille. Its purpose is to improve vehicle stability, reduce wind and protect the cooling system.
Due to a supplier error, the attachments holding the deflector in place in the affected vehicles may break, causing it to fly away while driving.
Recall risks
If the deflector falls off while driving, it may land on the road, creating an obstacle for the other motorists, who may crash while trying to avoid it.
Warning signs
A loose deflector may rattle while driving.
Background of the recall
The recall comes on the heels of more than 1,200 field complaints, as well as four crashes. No injuries have been reported.
Other GMC recalls
Sierra and Silverado pickup trucks were recalled in December 2024 because their tailgates could open on their own while driving.
On a separate note, GM is currently being investigated over an engine failure that may cause stalling.
The repair
The carmaker is currently working on a solution to this problem. Once available, the repair will be free of charge.
The owners should receive letters with more information by March 24, 2025.
Is your vehicle a part of this recall?
More than 70,000 GMC pickup trucks are affected by this GM bug deflector recall. To do a GM recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.
