Chevrolet Silverado Complaints

32,421 consumer complaints on file.

#11636110January 15, 2025
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM
See attached document for complaint
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11636116January 15, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I have both key fobs with me in the vehicle and it will not start. I have a message on the dash stating” key fob not detected” I live in North Dakota and the winters here reach temperature to -40. I find this issues to be very dangerous, potentially being stranded in the middle of nowhere and not being able to start your vehicle manually.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11636194January 15, 2025
AIR BAGS
The truck has been having the inactive airbag sign on for about the two years that we have had it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635811January 14, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Transmission slips and stutters, till it completely stops. I have now had to replace my transmission twice.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635849January 14, 2025
POWER TRAIN, ENGINE
86,000 miles on the vehicle and transmission and oil leakingproblem
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635864January 14, 2025
POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Vehicle has less than 35k miles. Vehicle started and operated normally Attempted to turn onto main thoroughfare from a stop. While still in drive, vehicle engine rev’d up but transmission did not engage. Attempted to cycle through gear selector with same result. Reverse is the only gear that allowed vehicle movement. Serious safety concern if this were to happen while traveling at any significant speed or if trying to merge or cross heavy traffic. Vehicle has not had an official diagnosis, but I believe this is a transmission valve body problem known to the manufacturer. There was no indication prior to this event of any mechanical or electrical problems with the vehicle. This issue could easily get someone killed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635869January 14, 2025
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
In 2024, I noticed that my truck was experiencing rough shifts. It felt as if the back wheels were jerking over uneven ground, even though the vehicle was on a flat surface. In November 2024, my sister sent me an article about General Motors' massive recall due to rear wheel lock-up, which increased the risk of crashes. I contacted GM and learned that my truck was part of the recall. I reported the issues my truck was exhibiting, and GM instructed me to reach out to my dealer about the problem. However, I was informed that they did not have the parts to fix the issue and had no idea when they would receive them. I asked GM if they would provide me with a rental vehicle, but they declined, stating that if they offered a rental to me, they would have to provide one for others as well, which was not feasible due to the large number of affected vehicles. I explained that my truck is my daily driver for work, and I frequently transport my grandchildren in it. Driving the truck was hazardous given the issues it was already exhibiting. I was told to contact my dealer, and since my truck was under warranty, they should provide me with a rental. When I requested to speak with a manager, I was informed that they would only reiterate the same information. I then contacted my dealer, Sapaugh GM Country, located at 1435 McNutt St., Herculaneum, MO. I was informed that they do not have the parts. but they did a minor tweak which has caused more damage to my powertrain and engine.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
2
Deaths:
0
#11635870January 14, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Vehicle is shuttering while driving, vibrating at different speeds and it feels like the wheels are locking.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635899January 14, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN
I own a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT Trail Boss that exhibits strange and persistent issues. A recurring engine code appears P0499, clears itself, and then reappears without consistent resolution. This affects the remote starter as the engine light will be engaged. Additionally, several service warnings flash momentarily and disappear, including: •Service Trailer Brake System •Brake System Failure – Top Speed Limited to 62 or 43 MPH •Parking Sensor Unavailable These warnings occur without warning and vanish too quickly to document fully. Despite multiple visits to the dealership, technicians have been unable to replicate or resolve the problem. This unpredictable behavior creates safety concerns, particularly regarding brake system reliability and sensor functionality. I and many others experiencing these same issues are concerned about a potential electrical or sensor issue impacting vehicle performance and safety.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635904January 14, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE:BODY
I washed my truck and now suddenly the tailgate opens and closes whenever it decides and I have paint that is bubbling and it looks as if it’s gonna all chip right off the hood
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635919January 14, 2025
ENGINE
GM has issue with Part restriction on the bottom end of the motor and rocker bearings going bad. No recalls on this just TSB. With that being said the motor blew a rod through the block because of the part restriction on the bottom end of the motor. GM wont fix it because it just a TSB. GM states that this is an issue the customer needs to fix and to look out for these issues. Even though the bottom end of the restriction is a catastrophic failure when there motor fails. I was 20 MPH when the rod in the motor went through the block. Now I got a 50000 dollar paper weight I cant drive because GM refuses to fix there issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635961January 14, 2025
STEERING
Hard to turn the wheel at curb
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635652January 13, 2025
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Prior to 04/25/21 and 08/25/21 I was traveling 60mph on I-205 in the fast lane when my truck went into limp mode. I nearly caused an accident because the truck started shaking, all check engine lights illuminated, and it was challenging to navigate to the right lane and off the highway. This happened on two separate occasions. GM sent a letter dated August 2021 that my truck, "equipped with a 6.6L diesel engine, may have a condition that could cause the engine glow plugs to fail." The letter goes on to say that GM will cover this issue "within 15 years of the date your vehicle was originally placed in service or 150,000 miles (240,000 km), whichever occurs first, the condition will be repaired for you at no charge." GM charged me for the repair. The issue is the language in the letter and the word "condition". My interpretation is the "condition" that caused the glow plug to fail is what should be warranted. Nowhere in the GM's letter does is state the glow plugs may fail and we will only warranty glow plugs. What caused the glow plug(s) to fail was the electrical connector. The electrical connector is what caused the glow plug to fail. The glow plug by itself was not the "condition" that caused it to fail, the "condition" was a faulty electrical connector. GM must be held accountable to cover this safety defect. I have attached all documents pertaining to this incident. Please advise.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635680January 13, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine Code P10D9. Electrical harness to the DEF tank melted. My truck was not part of the GM recall but clearly effects more vehicles than they believe. See NHTSA report N212342980. Spoke with Chevy customer service today and they stated the wiring harness melting is not covered under warranty. This is a fire hazard that GM should remedy. The recall is clearly larger than 38,000 vehicles. Are we supposed to drive the vehicles and not know if they will catch fire or not? I spoke with a technician at Milnes Chevy in Imlay city today and he stated that he sees so many of these trucks that were not under the recall having the same issue with melted wiring harness.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635705January 13, 2025
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 70 MPH, the engine had a misfire, and the vehicle started shaking. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was parked at the workplace and a handheld scan tool retrieved DTC: P0300 and P0324. The vehicle was towed to the residence and then was towed to a dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the lifters and camshaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635176January 10, 2025
POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SERVICE BRAKES
When putting vehicle in PARK and releasing the foot brake it rolls back an excessive amount of space sometimes it rolls back so much we begin to get scared thinking we are still in DRIVE and jump back in vehicle just to learn we are in PARK. We have had this issue since the day of getting truck in August of 2024 and how much it rolls back is never consistent on the length of the roll back. Sometimes it feels like it make even slip out of gear and just keeping rolling. It’s very scary and we have almost knocked ourselves out when it happens trying to jump back in to stop it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635183January 10, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The 8-speed automatic transmission (8L90) has been failing. It has put me in my passengers safety at risk because my truck can lurch forward without warning due to delayed downshifting and RPM surge. Yes, the dealership has confirmed this issue multiple times. The component has been inspected by the dealership multiple times. Yes, check engine light came on and yes there was symptoms before the failure such as lurching jerking, surging harsh and erratic shifting. They first appeared at 55,000, MI. It continues to happen to this day. I have an appointment scheduled for today at 9:20 a.m. for the dealership to look at it again but this is a legitimate concern.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635233January 10, 2025
STEERING
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH the "loss of power steering" warning illuminated. The contact felt the steering wheel was hard to turn to the left or right. The contact was able to stop the vehicle and turn the vehicle off, when he turned the vehicle on the power steering was engaged, however, the failure was reoccurring. The contact stated that failure was also occurring at any speed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the power steering system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V586000 (Steering), however the vehicle was not part of the VIN selection. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635321January 10, 2025
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the fuel module and fuel tank. The failure eventually reoccurred, and the fuel rail sensor was replaced; however, the failure recurred intermittently. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 135,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11635352January 10, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The DEF heater short circuit and derates the truck. If the government says we have to have this they should cover the cost to fix it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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