Chevrolet Silverado Complaints

32,421 consumer complaints on file.

#11675505July 23, 2025
VISIBILITY/WIPER
The exterior passenger side mirror is manufactured with flat glass and not convex glass. The flat glass field of view is not nearly wide enough for this large truck. This flat glass combined with the width (distance from the driver's head/eyes to the passenger door mirror), height, and length of the truck creates a substantial risk for an accident while traveling on any roadway or even maneuvering while parking. It is impossible to adjust the flat glass mirror to bring a smaller car to the right side of this truck into the driver's field of view, and at the same time, approaching traffic from the right rear. This is particularly dangerous when needing to make a quick "glance and maneuver". GM Parts has advised there is no alternative replacement mirror for this truck. Replacing the flat glass mirror on the passenger side with the commonly used passenger convex mirror glass would correct this hazardous situation.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675545July 23, 2025
STEERING
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 MPH, the steering wheel became loose. The contact stated that there was an abnormal amount of slack in the steering wheel. The steering wheel failed to operate as intended. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed and it was determined that the steering bushing needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired under the warranty, but the failure recurred three years later. The manufacturer was contacted and a complaint was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675561July 23, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I was driving on the interstate at speed when the dash cluster stopped responding. All gauges went to zero including RPMs and speed. I was unable to determine if the engine was still running. The cluster was out for about 15 seconds and then began working again. By the time I had maneuvered to the side of the road, everything was normal again. The same failure happened a few days later.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675604July 23, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V797000 (Power Train); however, the dealer had not called the contact back despite multiple calls to request an appointment. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the recall remedy was a software update to limit the transmission and power output. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675338July 22, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
The brakes really seem to be lacking stopping power unloaded and especially while towing a 30' gooseneck loaded. I even have the brake controller set to 10 and it really takes awhile to stop. I have to deliberately leave even more room in front of me to make sure I can stop.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675435July 22, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact's husband owns a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that metal shaving were discovered in the radiator due to a defective torque converter. The manufacturer was then notified of the failure and the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the VIN. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 143,057.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675474July 22, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low oil warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The contact inspected the vehicle and found an oil leak on the ground. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine oil cooler lines had ruptured and failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHSTA Hotline for assistance. The manufacturer assisted with the cost of the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 95,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675478July 22, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY/WIPER, BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING
Back and other cameras are constantly not working and in some cases the backup cam won’t event work at all.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11674934July 21, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, STRUCTURE:BODY
Rusted Frame and body
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11674951July 21, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact pulled over to the side of the road however, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 47,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11674956July 21, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Driving Ashland pass in OR, the transmission over heated with the truck dinging for us to pull over an idle, there is no where to pull over on Ashland pass for 8 miles. After sitting in an unsafe location with the truck idling wasting fuel we where able to get back on road after 30min. Upon arrival to location we where able to see that the exhaust system sits right on the transmission pan heating it up when truck is running. This model does not have a dip stick to check transmission fluid resulting in a $2500.00 drop an drain to which I am told by the mechanic that this needs to be done every 40k. That is alot of cost 2x a year.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675019July 21, 2025
SUSPENSION
I keep getting a chunking noise coming from the rear of vehicle. Twice I have taking in to the dealer and I was told this condition may be caused by movement between the anchor plate and axle assembly. They have re-torqueing the joints of the leaf springs assembly. it coming loose. It has happened after 4,000 miles. This tells me that it can come loose while I am driving! GM has a service document ID: 5501065. It has been happening since 2020!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675042July 21, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675056July 21, 2025
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), ENGINE
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the “Service Stabili-trak” message was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the instrument panel went black, the vehicle lost motive power and decelerated unintendedly. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road. The contact waited approximately 10 minutes before restarting the vehicle and continued driving. The warning light was no longer illuminated. The failure occurred two more times while driving to the residence. The vehicle was taken to several certified mechanics who were unable to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and opened a case. The manufacturer assisted the contact in scheduling an appointment with the dealer. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 123,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675076July 21, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Instrument cluster stopped working, I have no speed or fuel remaining indicators. Dealer completed software recall work which did not fix the issue. Replacement is on back order so I am unable to drive the vehicle for an unknown amount of time.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675088July 21, 2025
ENGINE
Lifter failure on the 5.3L L84 engine. Due to Dynamic fuel management that come with the trucks.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675151July 21, 2025
POWER TRAIN
My truck had approximately 55,000 miles on it when the incident happened. I pulled out of a store and began going down the road and the rear wheels locked up slamming everything forward and the truck and leaving us almost rear ended. The truck was stuck in one gear after breaking the tires free with check engine lights flashing and the dash saying reduced power. It has since been at the dealership for 3 months waiting on a valve body with no end in sight. There is apparently a national back order on these faulty parts because of how common this high speed rear wheel lockup is so I am left without a vehicle or an end in sight.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675187July 21, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
I have this pick up I was on a hill heading down to stop sighn pressed on brake and went to the floor no resistance nothing luckily it was a rural rd went thru stop sigh coasted to a stop was 1/4 from home lifted hood the brake reservoir was full all brakes were in top shape it was like something shut off the brakes electrically I have driven many large trucks and buses and vehicles never felt this no spongey at all it is at the dealership they are looking at but my concern this could be a far worst circumstance if in heavy traffic or at cross walk can’t even think of it. Scary I would think gm would have some type of secondary for electric malfunction the vehicle is at Cerrone gmc south Attleborough mass. My vehicle is 2021 Chevy Silverado 75000 miles well maintained. In short I believe the mechanics will diagnose and fix it but my concern. That these vehicles need safety checks
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675195July 21, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, STEERING
My 2025 Chevy Silverado ZR2 has experienced the same dangerous system failure five times. While driving, every warning light on the dash activates, I lose power steering, and the vehicle completely shuts down and won’t restart. This creates an extreme safety risk — the first failure happened on a local road, but most recently, it occurred while my family was driving out of state during a holiday. The truck has now been out of service for over 50 cumulative days across these repeated incidents. GM has accepted a Lemon Law claim but has not resolved it, leaving me without a vehicle and no clear path forward. These systemic failures present serious risks to me, my family, and other drivers. The latest failure occurred in July 2025, and the vehicle remains at Bill Cramer Chevrolet in Panama City Beach, FL with no resolution. I am still making loan payments and paying for transportation out-of-pocket, without any support from the manufacturer.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11675211July 21, 2025
ENGINE
Having failure with the engine coolant control valve. Have taken my truck to the dealership for overheating and they always come and say that they can’t find an issue. They also informed me that I need to bring it back when my motor blows a head gasket which is complete bull.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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