Chevrolet Silverado Complaints

32,421 consumer complaints on file.

#11523558May 23, 2023
POWER TRAIN
The torque converter fails prematurely at 100k miles cause driver to be left stranded and left with a 5k-10k bill to fix it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11523579May 23, 2023
STEERING
There is excessive play in the steering causing the vehicle to wander. Problem is amplified at freeway speeds or while towing 5th-wheel. On some roads truck will pull one direction till change in road slop cause truck to swerve in opposite direction. Like many others have stated this is a dangerous situation. Problem has not been confirmed by service center on this truck, but manufacturer has issued TSB PIT5501E. There are no warnings messages.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11523182May 22, 2023
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR, ENGINE
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made rattling sounds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the lifters and camshaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11523192May 22, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sunroof exploded
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11523275May 22, 2023
AIR BAGS
The contact's father owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V504000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11523301May 22, 2023
ENGINE
Engine oil cooler lines detached from crimp. Took my Truck (chevy silverado 2019) to dealer on Friday May 12, 2023 for an oil change and state inspection. Monday May 15th, 2023 while driving a warning STATING OIL PRESSURE LOW TURN OFF VEHICLE message flashes . Truck was towed bk to Chevy dealership. Dealership states there is a recall on engine oil cooler line but my VIN was not included. Chevy dearlership says this happens all the time lately with the same make and model. Picture shows zero damage to the crisp or oil line. It will just spontanously break off while driving.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11523305May 22, 2023
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered. Additionally, the contact stated that the transmission was stuck in first gear. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the transmission needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11522975May 20, 2023
ENGINE
The PCV system plugs up in below zero weather casing the main rear engine seal to blow and leak. Currently waiting for gmc to manufacture the seal as it’s been back ordered due to so many engines needing this part. Estimate is 2 months or more wait. A loud ‘pop’ was heard the day before leaking. It sounded like an object hit under the truck. Oil drops were found the next day and dealership found the leak. Gateway in Fargo, ND is the mechanic and GMC is paying for repairs. If we were to of driven for a prolonged time, the leak could have poured most of all of the oil out of the blown seal and ruined the engine. There were no warning signs. The oil pressure seemed unstable the immediate days afterwards before being looked at. It was going down and coming back up after warming. The oil began leaking faster and in larger amounts as weather warmed above freezing.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11522982May 20, 2023
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- 2014 Silverado AFM/DFM/lifter failure. - While driving, truck misfired and lost power without warning or check engine light. - Truck abruptly slowed down, forced to pull over putting myself and others in danger. - Turned off engine and restarted, still no check engine light. - Started driving again but had constant misfires and ticking noises. - Took truck immediately to the shop. - Service center confirmed lifter failure and common issues with AFM/DFM. - The truck is a one owner vehicle which is current on all maintenance/service. - No previous symptoms or warnings of premature lifter failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11522902May 19, 2023
SEAT BELTS
Yesterday while parked I put on my seatbelt and it broke off at the cable where it comes out of the seat by the door.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11522916May 19, 2023
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
The contact's father owns a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated the vehicle was taken to emission inspection, but the vehicle failed the examination due to extended corrosion on the subframe. The vehicle was deemed not safe to drive by the mechanic. The contact drove the vehicle back to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 94,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11522651May 18, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
After A Remote Start When The Start Button Is Pressed The Engine May Stall or Will Not Restart/ Ignition May Appear To Be Stuck On
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11522760May 18, 2023
AIR BAGS
When driving the airbag goes on the light goes off when turning off the vehicle but as soon as you start driving the airbag light goes on
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11522403May 17, 2023
SEAT BELTS
Driver’s Seat belt started sporadically coming unlatched. Now the buckle won’t go in at all. One of the seatbelts in the back is stuck in a locked position so that one is now unusable as well!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11522404May 17, 2023
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated while her husband was driving 45 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the contact lost control of the vehicle. The driver was unable to shift gear. The driver stated that the vehicle hesitated and failed to accelerate over 20 MPH. The driver was able to continue driving to the residence. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to an independent mechanic, where the vehicle was diagnosed and determined that the transmission control module (TCM) needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the parts not being available. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The dealer informed the contact that parts were not available. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 135,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11522490May 17, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
Dash board instrument panel and radio loses all power, May even cause vehicle to shut off not able to steer, If the cruise control is set it shuts it off. It mostly happens when you apply the brake or if I operate my passenger window from driver door controls. The problem has not been confirmed by a dealer or independent service center. Has not been inspected by the manufacturer or any other representatives. No it gives no indication prior to the failure. I have been researching it on google and youtube, I have seen a lot of owners with the same problem but no one seem to have a solution. Thank you
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11522515May 17, 2023
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
There a recall (14858) for specific problem with the fuel pump. I have the exact problem as the recall but my vin is not in the database.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11522550May 17, 2023
STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 MPH and turning left or right, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that the steering wheel was difficult to turn. Additionally, the contact stated that the instrument panel lights were flickering, and the radio and A/C was inoperable. The contact stated that a warning "stall track" light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent but had become a recurring failure. The contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V414000 (Steering). The failure mileage was approximately 167,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11522357May 16, 2023
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact's son owns a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine and “Service Vehicle" messages was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 109,000. The VIN was not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11522185May 16, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Brake pedal becomes hard/stiff to apply at low speed. Normally happens after driving at highway speeds.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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