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2023 Chevrolet Silverado problems, recalls and owner complaints
What the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado has been recalled for and what owners report, from official government data. Updated October 25, 2026.
- 5safety recalls
- 456owner complaints
- 8crash reports
- 8fire reports
- 3injuries reported
456 complaints, against an average of 785 for the other 14 Chevrolet Silverado model years.
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What goes wrong with the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado?
The components named most often in the 456 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.
What symptoms do 2023 Chevrolet Silverado owners describe?
Found by reading the text of all 456 owner complaints. Tap a symptom for the answer, a real owner quote and any related recall.
- Has the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado had engine failures?63 owners · 13.8% · Recall 25V274000
- Why is the check engine light on in my 2023 Chevrolet Silverado?59 owners · 12.9%
- Why does my 2023 Chevrolet Silverado stall, lose power or shut off while driving?49 owners · 10.7%
- Why does my 2023 Chevrolet Silverado idle rough, misfire or hesitate?22 owners · 4.8%
- Why won't my 2023 Chevrolet Silverado start?18 owners · 3.9%
- Has the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado had transmission failures?14 owners · 3.1%
Has the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado been recalled?
5 U.S. safety recalls. Repairs are free at a franchised dealer; some are done over the air.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Brake Fluid Low Warning: Switch/Sensor/FloatPark outside General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Chevrolet Silverado Medium Duty 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD vehicles. The brake pressure sensor assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch and cause a short circuit.
Risk: An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the brake pressure switch wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2025. Owners may contact GM customer assistance number at 1-866-467-9700. GM's number for this recall is N242482680. Vehicles in this recall that were previously repaired under 23V266 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine: Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Risk: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Brake Fluid Low Warning: LampOver-the-air fix General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles. The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk: Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447990.
Latches/Locks/Linkages: Tailgate: Latch General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with power-unlatching tailgates. The tailgate's electronic gate-release switch may short circuit due to water intrusion, which can result in the tailgate inadvertently unlatching while the vehicle is in park.
Risk: An unlatched tailgate may open while driving and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised to check that the tailgate is closed and latched before driving. Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232426400.
Exterior Lighting: Lighting Control Module: SoftwareOver-the-air fix General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.
Is the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado recalled in the UK or Europe?
Recalls issued by the UK's DVSA and through the EU's Safety Gate system that cover this model and build period. European models can differ from U.S. ones, and "years estimated" means the recall gave no build dates, so confirm your own car with your registration or VIN.
UK DVSAL87 Engine Loss of Propulsion
Risk: The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components in these vehicles may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure. If the engine fails while driving the vehicle will lose propulsion increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the engine. If the vehicle fails the inspection procedure the engine will be repaired or replaced. Vehicles that pass inspection will be provided a higher viscosity oil which will also require a new oil fill cap identifying the new required oil grade an oil filter replacement and an owner’s manual insert free of charge.
What do 2023 Chevrolet Silverado owners report?
12 of the 456 complaints, the most recent for the most-reported components, as the owners wrote them. NHTSA removes names and VINs; long reports are trimmed. CarHooq has not verified individual claims.
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light on an incline, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to operate as intended. The driver assist warning light illuminated. The vehicle independently accelerated and lunged forward, striking the preceding vehicle. The contact's vehicle pushed the preceding vehicle forward before coming to a stop. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the failure could not be duplicated. The failure mileage was approximately 44,000.
Cluster screen is blinking and not showing speed or anything else. I did take it to the dealership they tried to reset it but that didn't work, I did talk to someone when I called the gm line but they said since I was a lil over t he warranty it was nothing they could do. GM help desk I believe, but I'm sure if the day is bot correct they have the call recorded to get the correct time and day
**XXX** **FROM:** [XXX] **TO:** General Motors Company, Chevrolet Customer Assistance, GM Financial, and Wallace Chevrolet **RE: FORMAL COMPLAINT AND FINAL REQUEST FOR RESOLUTION — 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 RST ENGINE FAILURE** **Vehicle:** 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 RST **VIN:** [Insert VIN] **GM Financial Account:** [Insert Account Number] To Whom It May Concern: I am writing this letter as my formal complaint and final request for assistance regarding the engine failure of my 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 RST. Since XXX, when my truck's engine failed, I have made repeated attempts to…
My 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ZR2 equipped with the 6.2L L87 V8 has exhibited abnormal engine behavior since shortly after purchase, well before GM announced the engine recall. Symptoms include extremely loud intermittent metallic lifter/valvetrain noise during cold starts, persistent rough idle, and noticeable engine vibration that causes the truck to rock back and forth after warming up. Paradise Chevrolet and Bunnin Chevrolet subsequently performed GM's prescribed PicoScope inspections, and both reported passing results. The oil-viscosity recall remedy was also completed, but the…
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle failed to decelerate properly while the brake pedal was depressed. The brake pedal was firm. The ABS, Emergency Brakes, and Brake warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and confirmed to have a transmission failure. The vehicle was repaired under warranty; however, while driving at approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle was shuddering, and while the transmission was shifting into a lower gear, the vehicle jolted. The same local dealer was…
TRANSMISSION. CURRENTLY AT BILL ROBERTS CHEVROLET LOCATED IN BOLIVAR, MO. 65613. HAULING A FIFTH WHEEL CAMPER, WHEN THE TRUCK NEARLY CAME TO A STOP ON IT'S OWN WHILE GOING DOWN A HIGHWAY. WE CALLED THE DEALERSHIP WHOM SUGGESTED WE TAKE THE TRUCK TO AN O'REILLYS AUTO PARTS SO THEY COULD RUN A DIAGNOSTICS, THEN CALL THE DEALERSHIP BACK FOR FURTHER INSTRUCTION. AFTER DOING THIS WE WERE ADVICED TO TAKE THE TRUCK TO A DEALERSHIP, AND WE DID. IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THERE ARE BULLENTINES OUT ON THE PARTICULAR VEHICLE FOR THIS PROBLEM. THE PART IS NOT AVAILABLE. I REACHED OUT TO GMC, THEY REPLIED THAT…
Evaporative emissions purge pump failed at 18,473 miles. As the bumper-to-bumper warranty has expired GM refused to cover this repair. As this is a known problem with certain GM vehicles, the repair is covered for older model year out-of-warranty cars and for residents of other states (California, for example). This repair is covered by the emissions warranty in some states (California), but not Michigan.
While driving at Interstate speeds, the engine abruptly stalled, causing an immediate loss of motive power. I was able to coast off the Interstate to a surface street then into a gas station parking lot. Once stopped, the engine would not start again. It would crank repeatedly but never fire, like it was out of gas, but I had nearly 1/2 tank still. This is a safety concern having a 3yr old truck just die on you at highway speeds. This vehicle matches the exact year, make, and model of the expanded GM Emission Recall Campaign N262558690-01 (NHTSA ID 11037321) for Fuel Pump Power Control Module…
This truck and hundreds, if not thousands of others has many issues with the electronic shifter. Not only do they frequently fail, but Chevrolet does not have any parts available to the dealerships for weeks. These Duramax 3.0 diesel engines are also a huge problem with the emission system and DEF. They constantly fail and we are spending thousands to repair. My truck is stuck at a dealership in [XXX]. I had to rent a vehicle to drive back home to [XXX]. The dealer has no idea how long it will take to get a shifter from Chevy. Is there any help available. Why aren't these shifters under a…
Front. Camera keep freezing up and failed at 40000 miles its a defect and should be replaced free you have a bulletin outTSB23-NA-095
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission was slipping. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving 60-70 MPH, the vehicle stalled. No warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road. Upon inspection, the contact became aware of a coolant leak underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the turbo coolant inlet had fractured. The part was replaced. Additionally, the dealer determined that the transmission was in working order upon…
I am filing a formal complaint regarding General Motors' handling of a critical vehicle component that has left my vehicle and many others in an unsafe condition. For more than over a one month, I have been waiting for a replacement gear shift module that is currently on backorder. During this time, I have learned that numerous General Motors customers are experiencing the same issue and are also waiting for this part to become available. My primary concern is that this appears to be more than an isolated parts shortage. If so many vehicles require replacement of the same safety-related…
2023 Chevrolet Silverado: questions owners ask
Is the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado reliable?
NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 456 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado; the most common categories were engine (164, 36%), power train (134, 29.4%), electrical system (80, 17.5%). There are 5 safety recalls. 8 complaints mention a crash, 8 mention a fire, 3 injuries were reported.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado?
Across 456 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are engine (36% of complaints), power train (29.4% of complaints), electrical system (17.5% of complaints), fuel/propulsion system (8.1% of complaints), service brakes (6.8% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.
Does the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado; the most recent (campaign 25V390000, 2025-06-12) concerns Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Brake Fluid Low Warning: Switch/Sensor/Float. 1 recall carries a "do not drive" or "park outside" warning from the manufacturer. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado had engine failures?
63 of the 456 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado (13.8%) describe complete engine failure or a replaced engine. A related recall exists: campaign 25V274000 (engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanical). The fix: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. One owner wrote: "Engine failure on our 4-cylinder- it just quits same problem as on the 6-cylinder - it just stops running or runs rough. No warning signs and no indication that it is about to fail. Hazardous on the freeway." (NHTSA complaint 11766691, September 2026). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Why is the check engine light on in my 2023 Chevrolet Silverado?
59 of the 456 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado (12.9%) describe the check engine light coming on. One owner wrote: "MOMENTARY WHEEL LOCK UP. ENGINE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. Safety warning not to drive as could cause catastrophic damage to transmission. Same symptoms as noted on update GM bulletin N242454441. 12/24. Only extends warranty 2020- 2022 models up to 150,000 miles." (NHTSA complaint 11747259, June 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why does my 2023 Chevrolet Silverado stall, lose power or shut off while driving?
49 of the 456 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado (10.7%) describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. One owner wrote: "While driving at Interstate speeds, the engine abruptly stalled, causing an immediate loss of motive power. I was able to coast off the Interstate to a surface street then into a gas station parking lot. Once stopped, the engine would not start again." (NHTSA complaint 11765758, September 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why does my 2023 Chevrolet Silverado idle rough, misfire or hesitate?
22 of the 456 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado (4.8%) describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. One owner wrote: "While driving, the vehicle suddenly displayed “Service ESC” and “Service Traction Control” warnings. Shortly after, the engine stalled and the vehicle became difficult to restart. Vehicle experienced rough running/misfires and loss of power." (NHTSA complaint 11740683, May 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why won't my 2023 Chevrolet Silverado start?
18 of the 456 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado (3.9%) describe the car failing to start. One owner wrote: "While driving at Interstate speeds, the engine abruptly stalled, causing an immediate loss of motive power. I was able to coast off the Interstate to a surface street then into a gas station parking lot. Once stopped, the engine would not start again." (NHTSA complaint 11765758, September 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Has the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado had transmission failures?
14 of the 456 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado (3.1%) describe transmission failure, slipping or a replaced transmission. One owner wrote: "Transmission went out while driving on highway, entering limp mode. Ended up needing a valve body replacement at only 20k miles which was covered, but now I am having more transmission issues still with delayed forward engagement and slipping gears and it is…" (NHTSA complaint 11740916, May 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Check your own Silverado
Counts are a starting point, not a verdict: popular models collect more complaints because more of them are on the road, and NHTSA does not verify individual reports. To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (U.S.) or your registration at check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk (UK). Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations and recalls.
Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall and complaint databases (public domain), DVSA vehicle recalls (Open Government Licence v3.0), retrieved October 25, 2026. Model year 2023 only; combines NHTSA's entries for SILVERADO 1500, SILVERADO 2500, SILVERADO 3500, SILVERADO 4500 and SILVERADO 5500.