Chevrolet Silverado Complaints

32,421 consumer complaints on file.

#11444450December 20, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2007 Silverado 1500. Has had a situation where truck acts a dead battery or no battery in the truck. Conditions are no start, key fob will remote start truck then truck dies all electrical in truck works. Have dad CD player shoveling cds when no key in truck. Air and heat switch’s back and forth. Door locks cycle up and down. Have to reset radio and clock after the power failed. This is not from a dead battery. All I do to reset it all is to put a battery booster to battery terminals and switch booster on and off. Truck is back to normal. Most recent advent was all this at 1 time. Door locks cycle, radio turns on and off, ac changes to heat, low fuel and seat belt alarms start sounding, instrument cluster act irrationally, speed odometer goes from 20 to60 back and forth with truck cutting off at 20 and powering to 60. After several miles of driving everything is back to normal and I drive straight to my mechanic. Cut the truck off and Bingo, acts like there is not a battery in the truck. Nothing at all electrical. Total silence. I have had minor electrical since truck was almost new. I always carry a booster pack and it worked to start truck and get me home. Now for what my mechanic found after my last disaster. There is a high amperage fuse block located under your fuse box in the engine bay. There is 2 threaded studs for wires that feed your trucks electrical. Studs had never had ant nuts on them to hold the wires secure and after 14 years of total aggravation and fear of an accident or fire. I hope truck is fixed for good. GM dealers would blow me off with any excuse why they couldn’t find a problem. They wanted to sell batteries , Pcms and ecms. The reason this becomes a safety problem is a chance of total power failing while in traffic being rear ended or worse. There really should be a recall for these trucks and checked. I’ve read hundreds of remarks from people with these same issues. I hope this helps. I am thankful to have a mechanic who will research.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11444350December 19, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Faulty trailer wire harness that can result in loss of brakes while towing as well as a constant distraction
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11444141December 17, 2021
AIR BAGS
2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL AIRBAG INFLATOR SAFETY RECALL. THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME COMPLETING THE RECALL THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE REMEDY WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11444143December 17, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Trailer Brake Service Warning
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11444182December 17, 2021
STEERING, SUSPENSION
the Silverado 2500hd and I think 3500 work duty pickups some don't come with a stabilizer damper for steering my 2014 work truck with only 19k miles has a shake so bad you can't drive on the highway, I first noticed the shimmer at 2 yrs the deal did alignments and said they could not find what caused it, now I took the truck in for check engine on an o2 sensor they said catalytic converter went bad and it needed alignment so I said yes to the o2 sensor and alignment then I leave the check engine light pops on and when trying to drive over 35 mph the steering wheel violently shakes back and worth, I talked to a commercial tech he said the stabilizer always goes bad on these and so does all the youtube videos but some videos show that some trucks have a stabilizer and some don't, but do have the mounting holes.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11444064December 16, 2021
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, she heard abnormal knocking sounds coming from the engine. The contact veered to the side of the road inspected the vehicle but found no issues. The contact continued driving for a while before the failure recurred and the sound was much louder. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that two rods had gone through the engine block and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 6,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11443846December 15, 2021
SERVICE BRAKES
Loss of brakes at low speeds, may require pumping of brakes. Had an update performed and thought bit was corrected. Have experienced it 4 or 5 times since. Vehicle continues to roll a few feet before stopping. Corrects itself after restart of vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11443858December 15, 2021
SERVICE BRAKES
Brakes are acting spongy, sometimes they are hard, then it goes to the floor, and makes a electronic noise.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11443882December 15, 2021
STRUCTURE:BODY
Frame is rotten badly but cab and bed hardly any rust. Used bad metal for frame and crossmembers.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11443917December 15, 2021
AIR BAGS
Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags) however, the parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was not notified of the issue. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and informed the contact that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11443942December 15, 2021
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Starting smelling gas inside of the cab, at first thought it was non-issue, but the smell persisted. Several days passed, and when I went to warm up my truck in the morning smelled a strong gas odor, and when I looked under the engine - there was a pool of gas, and gas was leaking. Took it in to the dealership (thinking it was a simple loose filter line) but they now say that it is more than that. Not sure if this has been a re-occurring issue with these new trucks, but it could have been a very dangerous situation.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11443731December 14, 2021
SERVICE BRAKES
While coming to a stop at a traffic signal I experienced a sudden braking loss. The pedal began to vibrate and I noticed an extreme reduction in braking power. I then got a prompt on my dashboard saying “service brake assist.” I narrowly avoided the car in front of me while trying to stop. I contacted GM and they claim even though my year make and model are the same as vehicles being recalled my specific VIN# is not.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11443741December 14, 2021
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 10 MPH, the brakes intermittently failed, and the brake pedal was stiff. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The independent mechanic did not diagnose or repair the vehicle. The dealer was made aware of the failure and scheduled an upcoming appointment. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11443784December 14, 2021
SERVICE BRAKES
I PICKED UP MY TRUCK FROM THE DEALERSHIP AFTER REPAIRS DUE TO AN IMPACT WITH A DEER. THE VEHICLE WAS AT THE DEALERSHIP FOR THREE WEEKS. AFTER TRAVELING LESS THAN THREE (3) MILES, FROM THE DEALERSHIP, THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK PROPERLY/ISSUE WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL AND STOPPING. I WAS ABLE TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT BUT HAD TO PARK THE TRUCK AND HAVE IT TOWED BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP. UPON INSPECTION, THE DEALERSHIP ADVISED THAT THE VACUUM PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I KNOW THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS PART FOR THE CHEVY SILVERADO BUT MY VIN SHOWS NO RECALL SO I AM REPORTING THIS ISSUE FOR MY VIN AND HOPEFULLY THIS INFORMATION CAN HELP ANOTHER TRUCK OWNER AVOID AN ACCIDENT OR INJURY. IN THE EVENT THE RECALL IS EXPANDED TO OUR SILVERADO MODEL WE WOULD REQUEST REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE EXPENSE TO REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE PART. I HAVE ALSO CONTACTED GM DIRECTLY TO REPORT THIS ISSUE AND THEY ARE GOING TO FOLLOW UP WITH ME REGARDING THE MATTER.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11443576December 13, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Yes the warning light came on before the air bag was replaced, If the waring light comes it indicates that the airbag is faulty, why is it going to cost me $791 to repair the sensor. Is this not a problem that should be resolved, as the airbag wont work if the sensor is not fixed. The air bag was replace At George Nahas on January 8th. At the time we were not told that the airbag would not work because the light was on. It was much later that a friend (mechanic) told me that the bag would not work if the light was on. Thus we contact Feldman and were told that the cost would be $791. Why replace the bag is it not going to work
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11443622December 13, 2021
SERVICE BRAKES
THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH, THE REAR TIRES AND BRAKES SEIZED WITH A MESSAGE NOT TO EXCEEDED 60 MPH WAS DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT SHIFTED THE VEHICLE INTO NEUTRAL AND BACK INTO DRIVE MULTIPLE TIMES FOR THE VEHICLE TO RESUME NORMAL OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS Chevrolet Buick GMC of Puyallup 800 RIVER RD PUYALLUP WA 98371-4149 US TO BE DIAGNOSED HOWEVER, THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. WHILE CONDUCTING A VIN SEARCH, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V889000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL) HOWEVER, THE VIN [XXX]. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11443651December 13, 2021
AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEAT BELTS
During snow removal the night of December 10, 2021 into the morning of December 11, 2021, vehicle was in reverse traveling approximately 10-20 mph (actual speed at impact is unknown). Upon impact with a tree in the rear of the truck, the airbag system in the vehicle was engaged. The seatbelts locked up, and the airbag chemicals in the steering wheel and front passenger airbag compartment were activated, however, none of the airbags physically deployed. Attached phots will show the source of impact. The frame is likely twisted. Additional photos attached show that the seat belts locked up and that the airbag system was engaged without deployment of bags. Currently working with Mankato Motors Co, 1815 Madison Ave, Mankato, MN 56001, with a phone number of 507-625-5641. Vehicle has not been inspected yet to provide full report of findings and damage assessment. Vehicle was drivable to move from incident location to my residents and current location of the vehicle is 638 Clay Ct., Mankato, MN 56001. Vehicle has been washed to show all damage and provide for ease of investigation and inspection.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11443508December 12, 2021
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Bought the truck new. Never towed a trailer till well after warranty. Service trailer brake light keeps coming on continuously. Then no trailer lights or trailer brakes. Found 2 blown fuses but now the same thing is happening again. After my research I found tons of information that lots of other people are having the same issues. I have not pulled my RV since because I'm worried about it not having brakes. It's quite large and without them this truck would not be able to stop in case of a quick emergency.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11443533December 12, 2021
SERVICE BRAKES
Brake pedal got hard while trying to stop. Had no power brakes. Turn truck off and back on brake pedal works again
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11443447December 11, 2021
STEERING
Steering wheel has become very sloppy and there is a large “gap” when turning left or right. Truck wanders left/right and hard to keep straight. It used to be very precise. Now a moderate dip will cause a left/right shudder in the steering wheel and no control of steering until it settles out. Had it aligned and dealer said all components were good. Out of warranty, dealer said the tab on problem would help for a period of time at $800, or a new steering box would be a longer but not permanent fix, at $2000 or so. Stated very common with this truck along with needing frequent realignments, all related to new electric steering system.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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