Chevrolet Silverado Complaints

32,421 consumer complaints on file.

#11628533December 3, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
While driving, the vehicle began experiencing hard shifting. When I attempted to accelerate to pull over, the vehicle failed to respond and instead sounded as though it was in neutral. Additionally, when I tried to bring the vehicle to a stop, it took longer than usual, as if the wheels were locked.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628622December 3, 2024
ENGINE, POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the contact stated that the vehicle felt like the transmission was slipping. The contact stated that the transmission was shifting abnormally. Additionally, while the vehicle was stopped and idling with the brake pedal depressed, the RPM was fluctuating, and the vehicle was moving unintendedly. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate the vehicle was jerking. The contact stated that the check engine and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The dealer replaced the serpentine belt however, the failure persisted and became more persistent over time. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who retrieved a DTC code for engine failure. The mechanic referred the contact to the manufacturer for assistance. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 92,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628631December 3, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES
Brake system lights on dash came on as well as the check engine light. Park light was flashing on the dash. Safety is at risk as parking brake does not work. Took vehicle to dealer and they ran diagnostics. Codes: c0610 05, c0616 5a as per document id: 5709204. They said I need a new Brake System Control Module. Brake System Control Modules are on backorder. Brake System Control Modules have been recalled on Silverados in the past. I'm worried that this is unsafe
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628714December 3, 2024
ENGINE
My vehicle only has 20k miles on it and I’m already replacing a lifter and camshaft due to the active fuel management system. At the time of taking my truck in there are three other trucks for the same issue. This is known issue at my dealership and this time I’m covered under warranty, but they told me to be prepared to repair this again and next time will be out of warranty and around 5k to repair.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628721December 3, 2024
VISIBILITY/WIPER, POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MY Windshield wipers stop working on low and high and from time to time my vehicle will not go in reverse. when it does finally go in reverse it's a very hard jerk, also when I'm driving it gets a drag an acts like it wants to stop going. It happens frequently and it has been going on for months.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628273December 2, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES
Mechanics said that they see this on all new chevy trucks that the bracket causes the rubber brake line to rub on the bracket holding it in place also causing it to stretch and tear. Resulting in a over 500 dollar fix. The brakes failed on the interstate causing them to lock up. Almost killing me and my daughter but was able to gain control of the vehicle and save it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628342December 2, 2024
POWER TRAIN
Shifting was noticeable with a hesitation. Dealership said it was normal. Developed into a shudder while driving. Shudder came up with transmission code and decreased power. Not driveable. Miles are less than 108k
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628352December 2, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the tailgate inadvertently opened on its own. As a result, the contacts tool box fell from the vehicle potentially becoming a dangerous road hazard. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign 24V060000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was referred to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 17,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628394December 2, 2024
POWER TRAIN
Vehicle and many like it with the 10 Speed transmission are having failing valve bodys which de-rates the vehicle to stay in 5th gear by GM coding and limits speed to 50 MPH. this part has a significant lead time while GM is rolling new trucks off the line with the part needed to rectify the issue of all the already purchased trucks and SUV's
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628437December 2, 2024
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Engine light came on, service park brake light came on, truck started jumping and misfiring, code says cylinder 5 misfire.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628127December 1, 2024
ENGINE
I bought my 2021 chevy silverado 1500 Lt crewcab in march 2021 it had 5000 miles on it I had it for 2 weeks when it started shaking and the engine light was flashing. Took it in to auto nation cheverolet and they had it for a month. when I got it back and started the vehicle the engine light was still flashing. They had to change the lifters on Bank 1 because number 8 cylinder lifter was bad. why didn't they change all the lifters. 3 years later I am having the same issues getting a misfire on number 4 cylinder truck shaking and white smoke coming out of the exhaust. Also the dash lights up with service parking break and service esc when the engine light flashed. ofcourse my warranty is exceeded and GM knows about this problem with the 5.3 and 6.2 engines and won't issue a recall. it is a big saftey issue as your vehile looses power or shuts off. this shou;dn't be happening especially when your vehicle is fairly new. this is twice now this is happened in 3 years and now I have to pay out of pocket to get this fixed because gm won't issue a recall on this known problem that is happening to thousands of customers.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628139December 1, 2024
POWER TRAIN
Bought 4/2023 at 98326 mileage. At 7/23 major issues take place trying to drive. Taken to original dealer where purchased, at 102581. Had to replace the air conditioner and throttle body plus equaling over $3000. I had bought extended warranty at $3384. Now at 139000 miles the transmission is gone!!!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628149December 1, 2024
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
I was driving and my truck check engine light came on and it said engine power reducing and the truck only went 10 mph.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628157December 1, 2024
SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Brake failure. I took the Truck to the dealer and was told not to drive it. The dealer ran two checks and then said brake failure. The rep had to leave, so another rep put my car in the shop overnight. The next day, I was told in writing that they could not find any problem. The code clearly showed brake failure. Date: [XXX]. Cost: $125.69. Mileage was 53,531. On [XXX], another brake failure. I went to an auto parts dealer (O Riley) in Topeka, KS, and they found a brake failure code(I have a copy). They told me to go to the dealer. I went to the dealer with a stiff pedal, which means driving is very unsafe. The dealer said too busy with oil changes and told me to return another day. I said no breaks INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628172December 1, 2024
ENGINE
It feels like it is licking into the four wheel drive going down the road with speeds up to 30 miles it feels like it begins to jerk I have heard other owners of this vehicle type are saying a possible recall on the transmission
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628100November 30, 2024
VISIBILITY/WIPER
This is not a failure, just a poor design for cold temperatures. The windshield wipers are set low on the windshield, below where the defroster can reach. When it is cold/snowing outside, (which it does a lot in the Alaskan interior), the wipers remove the melted water from the windshield and push it down to where the wipers sit in the off position. This causes a major buildup of ice very quickly and the wipers freeze to the glass and collect ice. Then, when the driver attempts to clear more melting snow, the ice that is frozen to the wipers just creates major streaking and poor visibility.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11628109November 30, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
10s of thousands of these vehicles have the frame rotted thru and crack in the same location. it is unheard of that a frame would rot long before the body panels of the vehicle creating a nationwide road hazard.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11627815November 28, 2024
WHEELS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
We were driving 40 mph when all the sudden the rear tires locked up without warning. We almost got in an accident and thankfully were able to get off the road. Then, the check engine light came on and the truck went into limp mode and would not shift gears automatically and it was difficult to make it home. We had a mechanic come to our house to run a diagnostic and they informed us of the recall and confirmed it is what the truck was experiencing. We took it to the dealership and they confirmed the recall and that there was no available fix and nothing they could do for us. Meanwhile, ours is not safe to drive.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11627643November 27, 2024
STRUCTURE
The complaint is against Reading Truck Body, LLC regarding safety concerns left unresolved and property damage incurred because of the recall remedy work (NHTSA Campaign Number 18E-021) performed on my 2017 Silverado 3500HD Crew Cab service truck by Reading Truck Body, LLC. In May 2020, I was notified by Reading Truck Body, LLC of a safety recall specific to the aluminum service body on my truck. Following the initial remedy “patch” work done by the company, I was shocked to discover damages to the rear crossmember and compromising cracks in the welding of the body, as well as to the integrity and functionality of the wiring harnesses on my vehicle. Despite assurances that these damages would be addressed, I have been met with delays, unresponsiveness, and ultimately a subpar replacement body that does not meet the quality and craftsmanship of the original. The replacement body not only fails to match the size and finish of the original, but also poses serious safety risks due to missing bolts, faulty wiring harnesses, and overall poor construction. Despite my repeated attempts to seek resolution through the company’s Recall and Warranty departments, I have been met with dismissive treatment, unfounded accusations, and a refusal to address the issues at hand. This has not only caused financial loss and property damage but has also taken a toll on my emotional well-being and business operations. As a concerned customer, I am requesting your support to hold Reading Truck Body, LLC accountable for their actions in this complaint and fully remedy the recall. To do so, I request they replace the service body with one of equal quality, size, and finish as my original. Proper powder coating and meticulous craftsmanship are essential to restoring the value and integrity of my vehicle. I urge you to help rectify these issues promptly and help me ensure Reading Truck Body, LLC addresses the safety concerns outlined in my complaint. Supporting documentation attached
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11627704November 27, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, POWER TRAIN
My 2020 Chevy truck falls under the recall out right now. I drive my family around in it and feel a bit unsafe. How long does General motors have a remedy for this recall? And what are the next steps if a remedy isn’t made in the timeframe allowed? I’ve contacted General Motors and cannot get an answer. Thanks
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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