Recall 22V463 covers 242 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trucks with accessory sport-bar brake-light failure. Repair is free at any franchised GMC dealer.
GMC is recalling 242 2022 Sierra 1500 and Silverado 1500 pickups equipped with an accessory sport bar because its high-mounted brake light can stop working and block the truck's existing brake light. Reduced visibility to other drivers increases crash risk, and the dealer repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The accessory sport bar on affected 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 and Silverado 1500 trucks is an add-on bar mounted in the pickup bed. It includes a high-mounted brake light, the center stop lamp that tells drivers behind you when the truck is braking. The original truck also has its own center brake light.
On these trucks, the wiring instructions for the sport bar do not match the vehicle's electrical system. That mismatch leaves the brake light in the sport bar without proper function. The bar also blocks the truck's existing center brake light, so the normal brake signal behind the cab is not visible as designed.
This is a lighting problem, not a part that changes how the truck brakes. The issue is that drivers behind the truck get a less clear braking signal. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
Covers both Sierra 1500 and Silverado 1500 pickup trucks from the 2022 model year, tied to the same ornamental pickup-box bar assembly for the brake lights.
| 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 | Brake lights |
|---|---|
| 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | Brake lights |
| Units affected | 242 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
An inoperative high-mounted brake light gives following drivers less warning when the truck slows, which reduces visibility and increases crash risk. Schedule the inspection soon and watch for brake-light problems. Repair is free at any franchised GMC dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 or Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised GMC dealer to schedule the free accessory-sport-bar inspection and wiring repair so the high-mounted brake light works and stays visible.
- Bring the recall notice if GMC mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V463 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, since an inoperative high-mounted brake light reduces visibility to drivers behind you.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a GMC technician inspects how the accessory sport bar was installed and checks the wiring for its high-mounted brake light. If the wiring is wrong or incomplete, the technician provides the correct vehicle wiring so the brake light can work as intended and the original high-mounted brake light is not blocked without a working replacement. The dealer repair is available now, and parts and labor are covered under the recall. If you already paid for a related repair, GMC's reimbursement plan covers eligible documented expenses.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 30, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 30, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| June 30, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 10, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| September 12, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 27, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V463?
Recall 22V463 covers 242 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trucks with an accessory sport bar whose high-mounted brake light can fail or block the truck's existing high-mounted brake light. GMC dealers will inspect the sport bar wiring and correct it for free.
What should I do if my 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 or Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 22V463. If it is, contact a franchised GMC dealer to schedule the sport bar inspection and wiring correction. Reference GM recall number N222368110 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For this recall, the dealer will inspect the accessory sport bar installation and provide the correct vehicle wiring, if needed, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
An inoperative or blocked high-mounted brake light reduces visibility to drivers behind the truck and increases crash risk. The recall repair addresses that risk by checking the accessory sport bar installation and correcting the brake-light wiring when needed.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V463000 |
|---|---|
| GMC customer service | 1-888-988-7267 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V463 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V463000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →