Free GMC VIN check. Decode any GMC VIN with NHTSA, see open recalls, then run a full Zilocar history report for accidents, title, and ownership.
Decode any 17-character GMC VIN free with NHTSA's vehicle catalog. See specs, plant, model year, and open safety recalls in seconds. For the full history (accidents, title, odometer, ownership, and auction photos) run the complete Zilocar report.
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NHTSA's free decode confirms what the GMC is. It does not tell you what it has been through. Used-GMC buyers should specifically verify the GM L87 6.2L V8 connecting rod and crankshaft recall (NHTSA 25V-274, ~598,000 vehicles including Yukon, Yukon XL, Sierra 1500, plus Cadillac Escalade and Chevrolet Silverado/Suburban/Tahoe), the September 2025 fuel pump power control module recall covering Yukon/Terrain/Acadia/Savana shared with Chevrolet/Cadillac/Buick, and the December 2025 2026 Hummer EV airbag wire recall.
| What NHTSA showed you | What the full Zilocar report adds |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer, plant, year, body class | Every reported accident with severity and damage area |
| Engine, drivetrain, fuel type | Odometer readings across the vehicle's life, with rollback flags |
| Open recall campaigns | Title brands (salvage, flood, rebuilt, lemon law buyback) |
| Vehicle type, GVWR | Ownership timeline and how many hands the car has passed through |
| Theft records from NICB member insurance carriers | |
| Lien and finance status | |
| Auction photos from past resale points |
Across the GMC lineup, NHTSA recall data aggregated by Zilocar shows the Yukon, Yukon XL, Sierra 1500, Acadia, and Hummer EV lead in active 2025–2026 campaigns. NHTSA Campaign 25V-274 (April 2025) is GMC's largest single recall, covering 2021–2024 Yukon, Yukon XL, and Sierra 1500 vehicles equipped with the 6.2L V8 (L87 engine) plus shared platform vehicles across Chevrolet and Cadillac. In January 2026, NHTSA opened a recall query investigating whether GM's original remedy adequately addresses the engine failures, after owners reported continued problems after the repair. The GM-wide April 2026 electronic owner's manual radio reset recall covers many 2025–2027 GMC, Chevrolet, Cadillac, and Buick vehicles.
Enter your VIN at the top of this page to see whether your vehicle is included in any of these campaigns.
A free NHTSA decode returns factory data and open recalls. It does not include:
NICB reports 659,880 vehicles were stolen in the US in 2025, and full-size GMC trucks and SUVs including the Yukon, Yukon XL, and Sierra 1500 rank among the more frequently stolen models in some metro areas, particularly for parts. NICB's free VINCheck flags only theft and salvage from member insurers; it does not show accident history or odometer detail. A Zilocar vehicle history report layers state DMV title data, NICB salvage and theft records, NHTSA recall data, insurance carrier accident reports, and auction sales history into one document.
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A GMC VIN has 17 characters following ISO 3779. Positions 1–3 are the World Manufacturer Identifier. 1GT marks a US-built GMC truck, SUV, or van (Sierra, Yukon, Yukon XL, Acadia, Terrain, Canyon, Savana). 3GT marks a Mexico-built GMC (some Sierra variants from GM Silao, Mexico). Plant codes in position 11 include Arlington, Texas (Yukon, Yukon XL, Sierra HD historical), Flint Assembly in Michigan (Sierra HD), Spring Hill, Tennessee (Acadia historical), and Lansing Delta Township, Michigan (current Acadia and related crossovers). Position 10 is the model year: P=2023, R=2024, S=2025. For VIN-specific recall completion status direct from GM, the GMC Owner Center Recalls page is the manufacturer source.
The VIN is in the lower-left corner of the dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, the title, registration, and insurance documents. The myGMC mobile app and Google built-in or GMC Infotainment System also display it.
NHTSA Campaign 25V-274, GM L87 6.2L V8 connecting rod/crankshaft (April 2025, ~598,000 vehicles): Covers 2021–2024 GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL, plus Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Silverado 1500/Suburban/Tahoe vehicles equipped with the 6.2L L87 V8 gas engine. Connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and failure (rod bearing damage from sediment and debris, plus crankshaft dimensions outside engineering specifications). GM identified 28,000+ field complaints first received April 2021, plus 12 potentially related crashes, 12 injuries, and 42 fire allegations. Dealers will inspect and, as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install a new oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Owner letters mailed June 9, 2025. NHTSA opened a recall query January 16, 2026 to investigate whether the remedy is adequate.
GM fuel pump power control module (September 11, 2025): Covers many GMC, Chevrolet, Cadillac, and Buick vehicles including GMC Acadia, Savana, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL. A defective fuel pump power control module may fail and interrupt fuel flow to the engine. Dealers replace the fuel pump power control module pending inspection.
2026 Hummer EV Pickup/SUV airbag wire crimped (December 3, 2025): Covers certain 2026 GMC Hummer EV Pickup and SUV vehicles where the front passenger airbag wire may be crimped, preventing proper deployment. Dealers replace the improperly crimped wire and install a jumper harness free of charge.
2023–2024 Hummer EV Pickup / 2024 Hummer EV SUV / 2024 Silverado EV seat belt buckle bolts: Covers left or right front seat belt buckle attachment bolts that may not be tightened properly.
2026 Silverado EV/Sierra EV (October 15, 2025): GM recall covering 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV electric vehicles.
Transmission control software (February 12, 2026, GM number N252516560): Owner letters mailed March 30, 2026 for transmission control software update.
Electronic owner's manual radio reset (April 16, 2026): GM-wide recall covering many 2025–2027 GMC, Chevrolet, Cadillac, and Buick vehicles where the radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual (FMVSS 208 noncompliance). Dealers reset the vehicle radio free of charge. Owner letters mailed April 13, 2026.
Enter your VIN at the top of this page to see whether your vehicle is included in any of these campaigns.
2024–2026 Canyon AT4X AEV (January 30, 2026): GM recall covering 2024–2026 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV vehicles.
2023 Acadia and Cadillac XT5/XT6 windshield urethane (older recall): Covers 2023 GMC Acadia and 2024 Cadillac XT5/XT6 vehicles assembled without proper urethane sealant.
2023 Escalade/ESV/Suburban/Tahoe/Yukon/Yukon XL rear suspension control arm bolts: Covers 2023 GM full-size SUVs for rear suspension outer control arm bolts not properly heat-treated.
2008–2013 Acadia and other older models Takata side airbag wiring harness recall: The midsize Acadia from the 2008–2013 model years was part of a 2014 recall of 1.1 million vehicles for problems with side airbag wiring harnesses that could prevent airbags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying. GMC also has older Takata airbag inflator coverage; per NHTSA's Takata Recall Spotlight, used-GMC buyers of 2003–2017 vehicles should verify remedy completion.
| Tool | Best for | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA vPIC | Manufacturer + plant + basic specs | ~15 standard fields, no auth required |
| GMC Owner Center Recalls page | Most current recall completion status | GM manufacturer recall list with VIN-specific status |
| Zilocar vehicle history report | Complete history before you buy | Accidents, title, odometer, owners, recalls, theft, auction photos |
The NHTSA decode at the top of this page is free and returns the official manufacturer-filed GMC VIN data. For the most current GMC-specific recall completion status, the GMC Owner Center Recalls page is the GM manufacturer source. A full Zilocar vehicle history report covers what NHTSA and the manufacturer's recall search do not: accident records, title brands, odometer readings, ownership timeline, and auction history. Auction history is particularly relevant for used full-size GMC trucks and SUVs, where prior fleet, commercial, or salvage rebuild patterns matter.
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NHTSA decode returns factory specs and open recalls. A full Zilocar report adds accidents, owners, title brands, odometer history, theft, and auction photos. Everything you need before you commit to a used GMC. Zilocar aggregates 70+ sources including NHTSA and NICB, processing 30,000+ daily VIN checks.
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