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Chevrolet Silverado Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 15 model years, NHTSA lists 145 recalls and 11,450 owner complaints for the Chevrolet Silverado. Newest model year first. Data as of October 25, 2026.
Chevrolet Silverado by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Chevrolet Silverado | 3 | 140 | |
| 2025 Chevrolet Silverado | 3 | 163 | |
| 2024 Chevrolet Silverado | 11 | 540 | |
| 2023 Chevrolet Silverado | 5 | 456 | |
| 2022 Chevrolet Silverado | 8 | 774 | |
| 2021 Chevrolet Silverado | 12 | 981 | |
| 2020 Chevrolet Silverado | 18 | 883 | |
| 2019 Chevrolet Silverado | 19 | 1,194 | |
| 2018 Chevrolet Silverado | 12 | 598 | |
| 2017 Chevrolet Silverado | 12 | 906 | |
| 2016 Chevrolet Silverado | 13 | 980 | |
| 2015 Chevrolet Silverado | 12 | 1,423 | |
| 2014 Chevrolet Silverado | 9 | 1,610 | |
| 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | 4 | 442 | |
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 4 | 360 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Chevrolet models.
Chevrolet Silverado: questions owners ask
Which Chevrolet Silverado year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Chevrolet Silverado model years with the most are the 2014 (1,610), 2015 (1,423) and 2019 (1,194). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Chevrolet Silverado years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2012 (360), 2013 (442) and 2023 (456), out of 13 model years from 2012 to 2024. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Silverado have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 15 Chevrolet Silverado model years, 145 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2019 (19), 2020 (18) and 2016 (13). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Chevrolet Silverado years have the most stalling complaints?
1,076 owner complaints across 14 Chevrolet Silverado model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2014 (199), 2019 (128) and 2021 (110) model years, out of 14 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Silverado years have the most check engine light complaints?
720 owner complaints across 11 Chevrolet Silverado model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2021 (147), 2020 (116) and 2019 (105) model years, out of 11 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Silverado years have the most engine failure complaints?
573 owner complaints across 8 Chevrolet Silverado model years describe complete engine failure or a replaced engine. The most were filed for the 2021 (138), 2022 (109) and 2019 (96) model years, out of 8 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Silverado years have the most transmission shifting complaints?
477 owner complaints across 10 Chevrolet Silverado model years describe harsh, jerky or delayed transmission shifting or shuddering. The most were filed for the 2019 (101), 2020 (71) and 2017 (67) model years, out of 10 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Silverado years have the most rough idle and misfire complaints?
346 owner complaints across 8 Chevrolet Silverado model years describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. The most were filed for the 2021 (87), 2019 (80) and 2020 (54) model years, out of 8 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Silverado years have the most transmission failure complaints?
297 owner complaints across 9 Chevrolet Silverado model years describe transmission failure, slipping or a replaced transmission. The most were filed for the 2019 (51), 2017 (47) and 2016 (38) model years, out of 9 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Silverado years have the most brake complaints?
283 owner complaints across 6 Chevrolet Silverado model years describe brakes feeling soft, failing, grinding or squealing. The most were filed for the 2015 (75), 2014 (49) and 2017 (47) model years, out of 6 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Silverado years have the most ABS and stability control complaints?
195 owner complaints across 5 Chevrolet Silverado model years describe ABS, traction or stability control warnings or faults. The most were filed for the 2019 (83), 2020 (49) and 2021 (36) model years, out of 5 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Silverado years have the most rust and paint complaints?
189 owner complaints across 3 Chevrolet Silverado model years describe rust, corrosion or peeling paint. The most were filed for the 2014 (80), 2013 (72) and 2012 (37) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Silverado years have the most power steering complaints?
165 owner complaints across 2 Chevrolet Silverado model years describe power steering failing, locking up or turning heavy. The most were filed for the 2014 (103) and 2015 (62) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Silverado years have the most vibration complaints?
151 owner complaints across 5 Chevrolet Silverado model years describe vibration or shaking while driving. The most were filed for the 2014 (49), 2016 (44) and 2017 (31) model years, out of 5 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Silverado years have the most no-start complaints?
65 owner complaints across 3 Chevrolet Silverado model years describe the car failing to start. The most were filed for the 2022 (30), 2023 (18) and 2024 (17) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.