Chevrolet Silverado Complaints

32,421 consumer complaints on file.

#11642877February 15, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Drove my truck home for lunch. Truck drove normal all morning with no warning lights or audible warnings. Went to leave and head back to work. Put my truck in reverse and it would not move. Still no warning lights or audible warnings. After looking online it said that this was common in the Chevrolet speed transmission. It also says the valve body was bad. They also stated that it could lock up the transmission and cause an accident. Luckily I was not driving down the road to find out. When talking with a Chevrolet dealership they told me that the parts to fix the transmission is on backorder. They also stated that the parts may not be available for months. Because the Chevrolet dealership had other Chevrolet vehicles in with the 10 speed transmission with the same issues and could not get parts because of the valve body being on backorder. They also said that the whole transmission being on backorder. This sounds like it's a common problem with Chevrolet 10 speed transmissions.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642878February 15, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Def tank heater. I had one replaced @ 24K and another replaced 47K
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642890February 15, 2025
STEERING
I was driving and my electric steering locked up. I had it towed to a garage and they reset the computer. I'm afraid it's going to happen again. I'm going to the dealership on Tuesday and I don't feel that I should pay for this since it's a safety issue. I only have 50,000 miles on it.can someone please get back to me. Thanks
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642924February 15, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
On many occasions, at low speeds approx 5 mph. The brake booster fails and braking is hard and ABS kicks in.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642927February 15, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
At night when in reverse, the dash camera does not dim as the rest of the dash does. The screen is far too bright inside the passenger compartment and you cannot safely maneuver the vehicle. There is no manual adjustments available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642693February 14, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Tailgate, inadvertently opens. Causing, causing items in my truck bed to be exposed, although I haven’t lost anything while traveling. I have witnessed this occurrence while truck is locked sitting in my driveway, last incident was last night, 13 Feb 25. Also, noticed it when pulling out of a repair shop after getting brake pads put on vehicle. Wife had witnessed it a few months ago while driving back from town. I noticed a recall had been made about Chevrolet trucks and inadvertently opening tailgates. However my truck was not listed as a recall, when I checked VIN. Called Chevrolet garage to see if they could find my VIN on the recall list. Most of the recalls were on the 2500 and 3500 series but it also listed trucks with switch in cab for tailgate to open. I do have an appointment for the problem at Chevrolet garage in the 18th. To fix problem and prevent causing a hazard on the roads.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642708February 14, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
While driving going at a speed of 60 mph on the highway my brakes stopped working, anti locks weren’t working. ABS light came on and it also said brake system failure and to Go at max speed 65 mphs. This put myself and my daughter greatly at risk!Vehicle could not stop. Now the system shows no issues and all warning dashboard lights are off (ABS) I did find a recall online for this same issue for 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642729February 14, 2025
POWER TRAIN
2021 Chevrolet Silverado Trail Boss with transmission valve body problem. Truck nearly stalled while driving and towing my boat then a huge clunk in the transmission. The truck then rapidly accelerated, down shifted, brief wheel lock up and I was nearly sent in to the ditch with my trailer now swaying behind me. The entire situation felt extremely unsafe and dangerous to both me and oncoming traffic. The check engine light was then on and the truck went in to limp mode. The truck would also no longer go into reverse. I first brought the truck in in October. They finally diagnosied the problem on November 4th, 2024. It is now February 14, 2025 and GM can still not provide me and ETA for the part or for repair. I've opened a service ticket with GM and asked for a buyback as I do not feel safe driving this vehicle any longer. I still do not have resolution with GM or my local dealership.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642751February 14, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Rear window defroster overheated/caught on fire. It will be available for inspection unless GM rectifies the issue and removes the components in question. Cabin filled with smoke and a small fire broke out immediately behind the rear headrest/seatbelt location. Rear window section shattered, most of the glass is intact but some pieces were ejected. The problem has been reported to GM but is still in the investigation phase. The vehicle has not yet been inspected as I have just started the report filing with GM. No warnings, indicator lights, etc. were present before, during, or after the incident.
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642794February 14, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle briefly shuddered abnormally, and the transmission was slipping. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the torque converter, which caused damage to the transmission. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to the replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 82,000. The VIN was not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642824February 14, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I noticed up on start up a warning light comes on & display says brake system failure 62 MPH then goes away. I have been reading numerous other reviews online that they are experiencing the same issue. 2nd problem is when I bought the vehicle I noticed numerous oil spots on the tailgate, I asked a GM representative & they said it was road grime, but I noticed the rear pinon is leaking, so it's been leaking since I bought the truck & the dealership either doesn't know it's a known issue or they didn't want to come out & say it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642837February 14, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Transmission slipping and shuddering when fluid warms up. Dealership diagnosed torque converter/transmission failure. Stated it may cause transmission lockup while driving
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642847February 14, 2025
POWER TRAIN
2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trail Boss While driving, I was given no notice to the vehicle shutting down, couldn't go forward nor backwards. Barely got off the road, waited hours on rollback. Dealership ran a test, said "control valve body " problem. Part is ordered, on back order. GM - taking software to attempt to monitor when? this problem is going to occur? They know about excessive wear, Why not Re-Engingeer this problem instead of selling vehicles that no one knows when this problem of stopping on the road will occur. That would be a safety issue. A hazardous issue of driving on the road and not know when this would happen. If the vehicle doesn't stop from GM software, the rear wheel brakes lock up.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642440February 13, 2025
STRUCTURE
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while washing the vehicle, he noticed that water was entering the vehicle through a crack in the rear window seal. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to report the failure to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 57,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642477February 13, 2025
ENGINE
The valves, pistons, head gaskets are all affected and malfunctioned. They caused burning of the oil and loss of coolant. I took it to the sister dealership of where I purchased it to track the leak and they stated that it was fixed. Upon picking it up and driving it to my home and then right back to the dealership (apprx 12 miles) the truck was making big enought plumes to where it was making other operators pull over or cough. I was following behind the truck to video record and it was producing so much I could not see and had to close my vents to not cough. Our oil said 65 % but decided to check it and there was barely any oil present. Had it towed to the dealership and after picking it up it was only worse than before. This is a safety issue. An emissions issue also. Thank you.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642506February 13, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Complete engine failure while travelling on highway with no advance warning. Suddenly lost all acceleration after vehicle sputtered for few moments. Had to cross two lanes of traffic to get over to breakdown lane while traveling up a fairly steep grade with no power. Unable to restart vehicle or shift into neutral so vehicle was towed to dealer. Dealer has diagnosed complete engine failure and currently waiting on new engine.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642526February 13, 2025
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that the tailgate opened independently while driving and while the vehicle was parked. The contact stated that failure also occurred while using the tow hitch and the tailgate was scratched. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the VIN. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V060000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES); and the contact linked the failure to the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not covered under warranty and was provided an estimate for the repair. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642543February 13, 2025
AIR BAGS
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle crashed into a parked vehicle. During the crash, the front passenger side of the vehicle was severely damaged but the air bag did not deploy. The driver sustained an injured nose, mild concussion, bottom tooth damage, and back and neck pains. No medical treatment was needed. A police report was taken at the scene and the vehicle was later towed away. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were contacted but no assistance was offered. The manufacturer's air bag department declined assistance due to the air bag failure not being reported promptly. The failure mileage was 23,000.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0
#11642613February 13, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while in a drive-through, he noticed a smoky odor. The contact stated that he looked through the rearview mirror and noticed that smoke was coming from the rear window of the vehicle. The contact exited the vehicle and inspected the rear window. The contact noticed an inch-long fire at the bottom of the rear window. The contact was able to blow the fire away. The contact stated that upon entering the vehicle, the rear window shattered. No warning lights were illuminated. A fire report was not filed. A police report was not filed. There was no injury sustained. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The manufacturer referred the contact to the dealer for the vehicle inspection. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the vehicle inspection was performed, and the diagnostic report was sent to the manufacturer for claim purposes. The contact was not provided with the diagnosis information. The manufacturer later informed the contact that the claim was denied after reviewing the facts of the case's capital investigation. The manufacturer referred the contact to the insurance company for assistance. The contact stated that he was afraid of driving the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 53,500.
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11642641February 13, 2025
POWER TRAIN, ENGINE
Whining noise from engine or powertrain, seems to have lost some power
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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