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2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Safety Ratings

5 stars overall in NHTSA crash tests · 6 versions tested, tap one to see details

Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover
19.1% rollover risk

2026 GMC Sierra 1500 extended cab 4WD

Truck

Overall
Frontal crash
Driverfrontal
Passengerfrontal
Side crash
Side barrier
Side pole
Rollover19.1% chance of rollover

Safety features

  • Torso side air bags: standard
  • Blind spot detection: optional
  • Dynamic brake support: standard
  • Side curtain air bags: standard
  • Crash imminent braking: standard
  • Lane departure warning: standard
  • Forward collision warning: standard

2026 GMC Sierra 1500 extended cab RWD

Truck · 5,102 lb curb weight

Overall
Frontal crash
Driverfrontal
Passengerfrontal
Side crash
Side barrier
Side pole
Rollover19.1% chance of rollover

Safety features

  • Torso side air bags: standard
  • Blind spot detection: optional
  • Dynamic brake support: standard
  • Side curtain air bags: standard
  • Crash imminent braking: standard
  • Lane departure warning: standard
  • Forward collision warning: standard

2026 GMC Sierra 1500 regular cab 4WD

Truck

Overall
Frontal crash
Driverfrontal
Passengerfrontal
Side crash
Side barrier
Side pole
Rollover19.1% chance of rollover

Safety features

  • Torso side air bags: standard
  • Blind spot detection: optional
  • Dynamic brake support: standard
  • Side curtain air bags: standard
  • Crash imminent braking: standard
  • Lane departure warning: standard
  • Forward collision warning: standard

2026 GMC Sierra 1500 regular cab RWD

Truck · 5,102 lb curb weight

Overall
Frontal crash
Driverfrontal
Passengerfrontal
Side crash
Side barrier
Side pole
Rollover19.1% chance of rollover

Safety features

  • Torso side air bags: standard
  • Blind spot detection: optional
  • Dynamic brake support: standard
  • Side curtain air bags: standard
  • Crash imminent braking: standard
  • Lane departure warning: standard
  • Forward collision warning: standard

2026 GMC Sierra 1500 crew cab 4WD

Truck · 3,414 lb curb weight

OverallNot rated
Frontal crash
Driverfrontal
Passengerfrontal
Side crashNot rated
Side barrierNot rated
Side poleNot rated
Rollover19.8% chance of rollover

Safety features

  • Torso side air bags: standard
  • Blind spot detection: optional
  • Dynamic brake support: standard
  • Side curtain air bags: standard
  • Crash imminent braking: standard
  • Lane departure warning: standard
  • Forward collision warning: standard

2026 GMC Sierra 1500 crew cab RWD

Truck · 3,414 lb curb weight

OverallNot rated
Frontal crash
Driverfrontal
Passengerfrontal
Side crashNot rated
Side barrierNot rated
Side poleNot rated
Rollover19.1% chance of rollover

Safety features

  • Torso side air bags: standard
  • Blind spot detection: optional
  • Dynamic brake support: standard
  • Side curtain air bags: standard
  • Crash imminent braking: standard
  • Lane departure warning: standard
  • Forward collision warning: standard

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Frequently asked questions

What is the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 safety rating?
The 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 earned 5 stars overall in NHTSA testing, with 5 stars in the frontal crash test, 5 stars in the side crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
What is the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 rollover risk?
NHTSA estimates a 19.1% chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash for the best rated version, which earns 4 stars for rollover.
Does the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 have recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2026 GMC Sierra 1500. Open the recalls tab above to see each one and its free repair.

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) · Last updated 10/22/2026