Chevrolet Silverado Complaints

32,421 consumer complaints on file.

#11774360October 29, 2026
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
The lifter on my cylinder one is failing. This is a known issue with the Chevrolet 5.3L 8cylinder engine and 2021 models are known for being notoriously bad with lifter issues. My safety and the safety of other drivers that own 2021 Chevrolet models is impacted due to this issue can cause the engine to completely fail and shut off while driving which could cause severe injuries up to death. The problem is a widespread issue and mine was confirmed by an independent service mechanic. The vehicle is now being inspected by the dealership. The issue did not arise until I reached 104,000 miles.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11774379October 29, 2026
AIR BAGS
The vehicle was turned off. The airbags deployed. If someone were in the vehicle, they could have been seriously injured. It is currently at the GMC dealer, where they are refusing to take responsibility. No warning lamps or messages were present.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11774402October 29, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Rear vision camera failed from water intrusion. Blank screen. Dealership agreed it was water intrusion and charged $600 dollars to fix. Similar to GM Recall A262554900 and NHTSA ID: 26V212 / GM Campaign N262551720 for different Chevrolet models of the same age as this vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11774479October 29, 2026
POWER TRAIN, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
My vehicle has had numerous issues with electronics and cameras which have affected the ABS system. In addition to that there is a service bulletin for known issues of of the Rocker Arms failing which causes damage to the engine. While driving the vehicle no warning lights come on and the vehicle chugs and stops during driving which could cause a serious accident and injury. The rocker arms in this truck failed and cause further damage which has now caused the engine needing to be replaced at just 75,000 miles. GM service bulletins: PIP5847 & 25-NA-037
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11774166October 28, 2026
ENGINE
At time of incident this truck had about 5500 miles on it. Prior to this incident, I received no warnings, messages, and experienced no adverse symptoms. I was towing an 18ft Fleetwood Pioneer travel trailer. While traveling at about 70 mph, and climbing a mild grade, the transmission shifted down, and shortly after the engine started loosing power. RPMs remained constant for about 5-10 seconds, but speed was dropping. Then RPMs fluctuated for about another 5-10 seconds. Then no response to accelerator after that. Upon pulling over, LOW OIL PRESSURE message appeared, then ATTEMPT ENGINE RESTART. Upon attempting restart, could hear some pretty weird noises but engine did not restart, and I aborted start attempt. Dealership has ordered a replacement motor under warranty. I was stranded on a narrow shoulder of the freeway for about 1.5 hours awaiting a tow truck. Vehicles sped by at 80 mph which compromised safety, especially when tow truck arrived and he worked on hooking up.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11774264October 28, 2026
STEERING
The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The vehicle was previously taken to the dealer after the messages "Trailer Brake Disabled, Service Required" and "Hill Activated" were displayed, and the vehicle was pulling to the left while driving 45 MPH. The dealer performed a tire rotation and an oil change; however, the failure persisted with the vehicle pulling to the left side. The vehicle was returned to the dealer, who determined that no alignment was needed. The failure recurred, and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer a third time. The dealer informed the contact that the manufacturer was aware of the failure in 2021 - present Silverado; however, no repair was available at that time. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by phone and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 21,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11774268October 28, 2026
ENGINE
I bought this vehicle 9/2023. On 02/23/2024, I started my truck, and heard a very loud knocking noise upon starting it. I turned it off. Called the dealership to come pick it up. They were able to repair it, by repairing some of the lifters on one side. Fast forward to 10/25/2026, I started my truck and heard the same knocking noise. Called the dealership to come pick it up. They say my truck is no longer covered under the power train warranty, and it will cost $10,000 to replace the other side of lifters and cam shaft.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11774306October 28, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The rear 3 piece power slide window that is leaking water into the cab in my truck. I’ve called about a dozen different auto glass shops and this is apparently a common issue. It’s ruining my upholstery in my vehicle. GM wants to charge me 1,000+ to fix. This is unacceptable if it’s a common issue and something nobody can control. Please recall this issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773914October 27, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was an independent dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 72,000. It was later discovered upon checking the Carfax report that the mileage was 268,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773920October 27, 2026
ENGINE
On October 18, 2026, I was driving my 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with the 5.3L V8 engine at highway speeds with my wife and two young daughters in the vehicle when the engine suddenly lost power and the truck began shaking violently. The check engine light flashed, and "Service ESC" and "Service Parking Brake" warnings appeared on the dashboard. The sudden loss of power at highway speeds created a serious safety risk to my family and surrounding motorists. I was able to get the vehicle off the highway safely. Restarting the truck did not resolve the issue, and it was no longer drivable. The truck was towed by a AAA contractor to a Chevrolet dealership. Following inspection, the dealership verbally diagnosed a broken camshaft and advised that the entire engine required replacement. The truck had approximately 98,000 miles at the time. A written diagnosis has been requested, and the vehicle is currently at the dealership. The truck has a documented history of engine problems. In July 2023, at approximately 33,500 miles, a Chevrolet dealership diagnosed code P0300 and documented misfires on cylinders 1, 3, and 7. Warranty diagnostic and repair work was performed. Another check engine light concern was documented in November 2024 at approximately 62,300 miles. In April 2025, at approximately 69,600 miles, Chevrolet again investigated a P0300 multiple-cylinder misfire condition. Beginning around 75,000 miles, the truck also began displaying recurring low-oil warnings. I added oil whenever these warnings appeared and maintained regular oil changes, supported by service records. Despite these prior engine concerns and dealership visits, the engine suffered a catastrophic failure without an immediate warning before reaching 100,000 miles. I am concerned about the potential for sudden engine failure and loss of propulsion at highway speeds and believe this warrants a safety investigation.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11774032October 27, 2026
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving the vehicle at highway speeds, the vehicle shut off and lost power. The vehicle failed to accelerate and coasted off the interstate to a safe stop. The contact stated that several warning lights were illuminated on the instrument panel while the vehicle was losing power. The contact stated that two days prior to the failure, the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for an oil change, and there was no failure found. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The failure mileage was 79,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11774048October 27, 2026
POWER TRAIN, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
The 2026 Chevy Silverado 1500 Lt. Can jump modes on its own. When in 4 wheel drive rear wheels lock up. This has been causing poor gas mileage. The lane assist does not hold, it travels well outside of lanes. Cannot use.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11774105October 27, 2026
STEERING, POWER TRAIN
On September 17, 2026, the vehicle suffered two critical failures. First, the transmission shifter linkage detached while being placed in DRIVE due to failure of a plastic shifter cable bushing, locking the car in NEUTRAL. Second, minutes late while loading the disabled vehicle onto a flatbed tow truck, the steering shaft completely separated from the steering column. An independent AAA mechanic inspection revealed that the steering shaft pinch bolt was entirely missing. Just 30 days prior (August 18, 2026), with under 200 miles traveled since, a licensed dealership technician performed a safety inspection and certified both assemblies as "Green" (Passed/Safe). Dealer invoices show consistent maintenance and no prior safety inspection issues since purchase in 2011. Mechanically, a pinch bolt requires weeks of driving vibration to unthread and back out, proving it was left loose, under-torqued, or missing its locking flag nut during the dealership's inspection. Furthermore, the transmission shifter cable linkage failed due to total plastic bushing degradation. At 97,970 miles, this specific GM factory bushing exhibits a well-documented color transformation from white to yellow to amber as it oxidizes through continuous heat cycles, becoming brittle and cracked before ultimately failing completely. Both failure points sit in close physical proximity when inspected from below. The intermediate steering shaft is also easily accessible from above, where a technician can quickly check the pinch bolt and clamping force by twisting the shaft or finger testing the flag nut. The technician's failure to identify a backing-out pinch bolt and a discolored, brittle bushing indicates that no physical or visual inspection took place despite a written safety certification. NOTE: Had the vehicle not first been immobilized by the transmission linkage failure, it most certainly would have been on a busy city street or interstate when the steering shaft separated. Pure luck no one hurt.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11774121October 27, 2026
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
When leaving work my truck would crank but not start. Started searching fixes on the internet. I found many people talking about a known issue with the fuel pump control module. Called the dealer and the dealer already knew of this issue in my year model truck. I purchased the fuel pump control module and fixed the problem. I purchased this module at full price because there is no recall on my VIN number. One week later a coworker had the same issue on his 2024 truck and his truck was covered under warranty.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773597October 26, 2026
ENGINE
I took my truck and atvs from Ohio to Michigan for vacation. We took my truck out. We swerved to miss a deer. Pulled over to check everything out and the truck shut down and would not start. Called roadside assistance, they towed vehicle to a Chevy dealer. Dealer calls me later that afternoon telling me the engine locked up and needed replaced. The truck had 5,800 miles when this happened. We were also traveling at low speeds. If this had happened on the freeway it may have caused a serious accident and may have resulted in injury or loss of life. Since they replaced the failed engine with the same engine I am concerned it will do this again and have no confidence in this vehicle.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773622October 26, 2026
ENGINE, SUSPENSION, POWER TRAIN
As I was exiting the exit ramp, you could here a noise from the suspension. Then a bunch of smoke came out and there truck seized up and stopped. I got out there was fluid/oil leaking everywhere. There was a trail of fluid following the car down the exit ramp. The truck was telling me to restart but I didn't not due to safety concerns. We had the car towed to the local Chevy dealership where it is being diagnose. There were no warning lights prior or any notification that there was an issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773653October 26, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES, WHEELS
My 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD has suffered three original Goodyear tire sidewall failures within 13,290 miles. One failure damaged a rear hydraulic brake line while driving. Serious safety hazard.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773693October 26, 2026
ENGINE
Driving on [XXX] in Maryland, engine just stopped. Pulled to the shoulder. Engine refused to start. Was towing a 7300lb Airstream Flying Cloud trailer. If unable to pull on to shoulder, would have been stopped i the slow lane of the road. Weiner Chevrolet in Cumberland, MD. Has confirmed that the engine seized up. They are replacing the engine. There was no indication of anything wrong till the engine stopped running. 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
#11773725October 26, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, POWER TRAIN
My rear wheels locked up at 40mph and I had it towed to bacon Chevrolet in Jacksonville, Texas this truck completely scared me and my family the night before I was going 70 thank God the rear wheels did not lock up at that point. I’ve never experienced this problem but it seems very dangerous.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11773739October 26, 2026
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I bought the truck at 6,400 miles. I was on my way to the dealership because of a clanking sound I heard the day I brought it home. It was at 7,007 miles when it went down. I had it for a total of 5 days. I was coming from a stop when it suddenly lurched and I heard rattling and clanging noises. It had been making noises around 6500 miles that were most likely drivetrain related. Luckily, I was on a side road when the engine locked up. No warning lights. Had the truck towed to the dealership. They said the engine needs to be replaced. Still no delivery date given.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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