Chevrolet Silverado Complaints

32,421 consumer complaints on file.

#11535045July 28, 2023
POWER TRAIN
The system that failed is my transmission and this puts me in risk on getting stranded one day and yes it’s been confirmed by a dealer. Yes there was a message on the dashboard and other symptoms prior to the failure and they appear around mid July of 2023.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11535064July 28, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
MY VEHICLE HAS MULTIPLE ISSUES THAT THE DEALER FAILS TO APPROPRIATELY INVESTIGATE AND TRY AND RESOLVE ALL I GET IS NTF REAR CAMERA BLANKS OUT AND SHOWS A WARNING SYMBOL A TRIANGLE WITH EXCLAMATION AND A CAMERA SYMBOL CIRCLED WITH A SLASH IN THE MORNING THE TRANS SLIPS UNTIL IT UP SHIFTS THROUGH 1-2 THEN OFTEN 3-4 GEARS RADIO SYSTEM CAN SUDDENLY COME ON AT FULL VOLUME AND VEHICLE HAS TO BE SHUT DOWN AND RECYLED TO MAKE IT GO AWAY RADI SPEAKERS COME ON ALL CRACKLY WITH REDUCED VOLUME CAPABILITY OCCASIONALY DIGITAL DASH BLANKS OUT. SAFETY ISSUE
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11535071July 28, 2023
POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The truck randomly got a check engine light. I had to drive over 150 miles home and the whole time the dash said DEF empty and a countdown to reduced power. DEF was filled prior to trip. Took to dealer and was told the DEF tank needed to be replaced due to bad sensor or module. No parts available for repair so I am without a truck until GM decides to produce parts. The consumer stated that the vehicle is still at the dealer and the DEF module has been replaced 3 times. No remedy has been provided from the manufacturer so far.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11535123July 28, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES, STEERING, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
While parked I turned on the truck and got service sec warning and power steering failure. Brakes barely worked and wheel was locked. After restarting the car three times it went away and truck became driveable. Took it to a dealership and they said there’s nothing they could do as a code didn’t pop. Seems unacceptable as my family is consistently in the car and if it happens while driving could be extremely dangerous
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11535134July 28, 2023
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
I bought the truck in April of 2023, a few days after I purchased it I was backing up and the review camera turned off and received an error. I went to the dealer and was told it was caused my my tow hitch. Which makes no sense since they have an option to towing. I've looked on forums online where several other owners have the same issue with the same year truck.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11535165July 28, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING
The vehicle has just completely died on me at least twice while driving it, the power steering keeps cutting out, and the headlights will dim significantly upon pressing the brake pedal or using turn signals. This has been going on intermittently for months. Upon an internet search, this does not appear to be an uncommon issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11534817July 27, 2023
STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that moisture was leaking into the vehicle from the rear passenger’s side window. The vehicle was initially taken to a dealer where the window was resealed; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was discovered that there was crack in the rear passenger side window frame. The window frame was replaced but the failure persisted. The contact stated that mold might form inside the vehicle due to the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11534893July 27, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, EXTERIOR LIGHTING
When something is hit (or pot hole/ rough road etc.)stabiltrak warning and check engine lights flickers, all panel lights go out, and vehicle seems to shut down briefly because you can notice AC go warmer. This is a safety issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11534909July 27, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Brand new truck, 1st time towing through mountains of Kentucky, we kept getting "check trailer wiring", "trailer brakes disconnected" "service trailer brakes" I did research and took the truck in for service. They found nothing wrong, but said we should get an adapter and gave me the name of two. We had the camper checked as well, no issues. Many complaining on blogs about this issue and many have also been told to get an adapter. Really? why would I need a $200 adapter and the fact they already knew which two I should buy, tells me, they know its an issue with the vehicle. Pretty scary when we had to come to a stop on the freeway and we didn't have trailer brakes. Never had any issues pulling it with our 2021 silverado 1500. This is really dangerous
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11534914July 27, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES
When truck is connected to a trailer with electric brakes, intermittently a check trailer wiring warning flashes on the dashboard screen. When this happens you do not have trailer brakes. It has happened on multiple trailers with 7 pin connections. I have taken it to the dealer twice with no fix other than GM recommending a non GM trailer receptacle. I have taken my trailer to the dealer and they could find no problems. Basically the 2024 Silverado 2500 HD when hooked to trailers with industry standard 7 pin 12 volt receptacle loses trailer brakes. This condition potentially is fatal and a definite hazard to public safety on roads. problem was reproduced at the Chevy dealership in Pensacola Fl. The problem was reproduced on multiple trailers at Great American RV in DeFuniak Springs Fl.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11534725July 27, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The inside silver trim pieces blind the driver and passenger when the sun reflects off them. The trim piece on the driver side reflects into the side view mirror, blinds the driver and does not allow you to see blind spots.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11534590July 26, 2023
STRUCTURE:BODY
There is a small front body part known as the "moustaches" next to the headlights on either side of the vehicle. We have had this vehicle for less than 2 years and both the driver's side and passenger side "moustaches" have come loose on this truck and flown off while driving at highway speeds. Prior to flying off they get caught up on the tires and could cause a catastrophic blow-out of the steering tires. There is also the hazard of the body part flying off into traffic and causing damage or injuries to other drivers or pedestrians. This appears to be an engineering error and they have corrected it on later models by replacing the two small pieces with one wraparound piece. I believe this is an unsafe condition specific to this model year and should be considered for a possible safety recall.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11534646July 26, 2023
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The AFM system to the vehicle started to fail while I was on the road with my family. Vehicle went into limp mode as the vehicle started. Displayed on the dashboard engine loss of power with check engine light on. Took to the dealer to repair and got quoted a spark plug change when the issue is clearly something else.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11534674July 26, 2023
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was restarted on the third attempt. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the oil pump needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 147,466.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11534269July 25, 2023
POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Smell gasoline inside the cabin. Vehicle jerk when moving gear from reverse to drive or drive to reverse.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11534318July 25, 2023
TIRES:SIDEWALL
275/55R20XL Sidewall bulge, garage inspected and confirmed sidewall separation
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11534341July 25, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), ENGINE
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power with the engine misfiring. The messages "Service Parking Brake" and "Service ESC" were displayed. The check engine warning light was also illuminated. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that cylinder #5 lifters had collapsed. The dealer informed the contact that the cylinder lifters needed to be replaced. Additionally, the camshaft would be replaced as necessary. The vehicle was being repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 104,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11534373July 25, 2023
STEERING
On June 27 2023 we we driving on a two lane highway pulling our travel trailer. We had driven 5 hrs the previous day parked unhooked and drove around the area with no issues. The following morning we left an were just entering the highway speed zone when the truck abruptly crossed the centreline. I managed to correct and stop n the shoulder and noticed 6-8” of play in the steering wheel. I dropped the trailer and slowly drove back to the town to try and see what the issue was. The vehicle continued to move left and right with no input from me. It was determined that the steering box was leaking and when steering was input a thumping could be felt in the tires but not in the steering wheel. The shop determined the box sector shaft adjustment shaft was nearly backed out completely. I contacted the dealership that services my truck about what should be done and they stated “replace the steering box” which we did. Had there been on coming traffic this would have been a fatal or serious collision and it is doubtful this defect would have surfaced as a causal factor.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11534393July 25, 2023
POWER TRAIN
HAVE 2018 Z71 SILVERADO TRUCK AFTER A FEW THOUSAND MILES I NOTICE VIBATION WHEN SPEED WAS AROUND 65MPH EVEN THE PASSAGE SEAT WAS VIBRATING AND SOMETIME THE HARD SHIFT LIKE YOU WAS HIT FROM BEHIND WHEN SHIFT WENT ONLINE TO SEE IF ANYONE IS HAVING THIS PROBLEM AND THERE WAS SOMETHING ABOUT THE CHEVY SHAKE
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11534458July 25, 2023
AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE:BODY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Smiths auto Canton ohio told me they sold it to me with no problems but the locks are going out it has a dent in the side that's getting worse. I had to buy breaks and a new starter twice.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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