NHTSA Complaint #11670743 — 2023 GMC SIERRA 1500

The contact owns a 2023 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 70 MPH, the front grill deflector detached and became airborne and struck the windshield, causing a crack. The grill deflector also struck the vehicle behind the contact; however, no damage was caused. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the deflector was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V060000 (STRUCTURE); as a possible cause for the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.